Inventory Control Specialist

OSW Equipment & Repair is seeking an Inventory Control Specialist. This detail-oriented role is responsible for tracking and managing raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods to ensure accurate inventory within a manufacturing environment. Collaborates with production, purchasing, and shipping teams to maintain inventory accuracy, resolve discrepancies, and support efficient operations.

This role is onsite Monday - Friday (7am - 3:30pm)


Job Summary:

The Inventory Control Specialist is responsible for maintaining accurate records of raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods to support efficient manufacturing operations. This role ensures proper tracking, movement, and storage of inventory within the plant, while investigating and resolving discrepancies to maintain system accuracy. The Inventory Control Specialist works closely with production, purchasing, and shipping teams to ensure inventory levels are balanced, and all transactions are recorded in compliance with company standards.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Conduct daily cycle counts and full physical inventory as required.
• Track raw materials, WIP (work-in-progress), and finished goods to ensure accuracy in ERP/MRP systems.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies (missing, overage, damaged stock) and report root causes.
• Manages and maintains inventory system; creating part numbers, updating part information and bin locations.
• Backflush materials to stock or production orders and verify correct quantities are consumed.
• Monitor inventory levels and work with Purchasing/Planning to prevent shortages or overstock.
• Ensure proper labeling and storage practices to meet quality and safety standards.
• Prepare and assess inventory reports for management and support audits.
• Assist in process improvements for warehouse efficiency and inventory accuracy.
• Assists with periodic (at least annual) physical inventory audits.
• Performs other related duties as requested.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent communication skills with warehouse workers, purchasing department, and shop leads.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to resolve inventory discrepancies and process issues.
• Ability to identify root causes and develop solutions for complex inventory and material flow challenges.
• Basic understanding of inventory control procedures.
• Proficient keyboarding skills.
• Extremely organized and able to work with minimum supervision.
• Ability to perform basic math calculations.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with computerized inventory systems required.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Prolonged periods of standing and walking, often on concrete floors.
• Frequent bending, stooping, and reaching to access inventory items.
• Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity for handling small items and operating inventory equipment.
• Occasionally required to climb ladders or step stools to access high shelves.
• Ability to work in varying environmental conditions, including temperature fluctuations in warehouses.

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization's facilities.

Additional Job Information:

• Wage Expectations: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour
• Pay: This is a non-exempt, hourly position and employees are paid on a bi-weekly basis
• Typical Schedule: Monday - Friday (7am - 3:30pm)
• Location: On Site - 20812 Broadway Ave; Snohomish, WA 98296
• Travel: Very minimal to none

Benefits:

• Employees are eligible on the 1st of the month following the completion of 30 days of employment for:
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Company Paid Life Insurance Policy for each full-time employee in the amount of $20,000.00.
• Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees, their spouse (or domestic partner), and their children
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Health-related expenses as well as Dependent Care related expenses

• Employees are eligible or the following benefits as of their first day of employment:
• 401(k) with partial company match
• 100% vested immediately.

• Upon the Completion of 90 days employees are eligible for:
  • PTO
  • 9 Paid Holidays

About Us:

OSW Equipment & Repair is the largest truck body and trailer manufacturer in the Pacific Northwest and has been in business for over 20 years. OSW Equipment & Repair manufactures products for the construction, transportation, industrial, and mining industries. OSW Equipment & Repair is a subsidiary of Federal Signal Corporation's Truck Bodies Equipment International group. For more information, visit


Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE: FSS) provides products and services to protect people and our planet. Founded in 1901, Federal Signal is a leading global designer and manufacturer of products and total solutions that serve municipal, governmental, industrial, and commercial customers. Headquartered in Oak Brook, IL, with manufacturing facilities worldwide, the Company operates in two groups: Environmental Solutions and Safety and Security Systems. For more information on Federal Signal, visit:

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