Inventory Control & Receiving Specialist

Inventory Control & Receiving Specialist

Job Overview

Title: Inventory Control & Receiving Specialist

Reports to: VP of Operations

Location: Kent, WA

Schedule: Monday - Friday

Type: Full Time; Non-Exempt

What you will do

Manage inventory and receiving activities that support production, including maintaining stock levels, processing customer orders, staging materials for production, and delivering purchased goods to the storeroom.

The ideal candidate will be:

• Curious, action-oriented, and committed to continuous improvement.
• Clear, responsive communicator who builds trust at all levels.
• Coachable, collaborative, and adaptable to change.
• Interested in learning and future growth opportunities.

Primary Responsibilities

Inventory Control Responsibilities:

• Track purchasing activity, pricing, and open orders to support on-time delivery
• Maintain AS9100 purchasing documentation, including supplier forms, reviews, and scorecards
• Process inventory transactions, perform monthly cycle counts, and keep the stockroom organized
• Support inventory planning and ensure parts are identified and stored correctly
• Prepare and expedite orders and coordinate returns of rejected or unsuitable materials

Receiving Responsibilities:

• Develop receiving work instructions, SOPs, and Technique Cards
• Load, unload, inspect, and move materials safely using a forklift or pallet jack
• Verify deliveries, parts, and paperwork; document receipts and complete ERP and record-retention requirements
• Label orders and keep parts and documentation aligned through planning and production
• Stage and deliver materials to designated production areas and expedite priority jobs with customer service and sales
• Review order instructions and respond to product, service, and order-status requests
• Maintain clean work areas and protect customer products from adverse weather
• Support Boeing Trim Program materials, MRO requisitions, paint expiration tracking, and SDS maintenance
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Knowledge of technical materials and purchasing practices
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ERP systems; SyteLine preferred
• Ability to operate an electric forklift and pallet jack
• Dependable attendance and ability to communicate in English
• Authorization to work in the U.S.; an export license may be required for access to all facility areas
• Ability to pass a criminal background check and pre-employment drug screening

Preferred Education and Previous Experience

• Related degree or equivalent experience; two years of purchasing, procurement, or finishing-facility experience preferred
• ERP experience required; MRP experience preferred
• Aerospace surface finishing or manufacturing experience preferred

Essential Mental/Physical Demands

Requires prolonged sitting, standing, and walking in office and manufacturing environments, plus frequent lifting and carrying of up to 50 lbs. Exposure may include moving equipment, fumes, airborne particles, and metal-finishing chemicals. Noise is typically moderate; safety glasses and hearing protection may be required.

Full benefits package includes Medical, dental, and vision coverage; 401(k) matching and profit sharing; three weeks of starting PTO; 10 paid holidays; paid community service day; tuition reimbursement; parental leave; disability, life, AD&D, and long-term care options; prescription safety glasses; and onsite health services.

Salary range: $ 23.00 - $ 32.00. This is the anticipated starting range. Actual pay depends on relevant experience, skills, and internal equity. Hytek is committed to fair compensation and competitive benefits.

Application Process

Apply at with a current resume and contact information. Qualified candidates may be invited to a call to discuss experience, compensation, benefits, and next steps.

Hytek Finishes is an equal opportunity employer. It is Hytek's policy to make all employment decisions without regard to an individual's sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breast feeding, and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, race (including traits historically associated with race, including hair texture and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks and twists), creed, religion (including religious dress and grooming), color, national origin, ancestry (including association, affiliation, or participation with persons or activities related to national origin, English-proficiency or accent or immigration status), physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital or domestic partner status, age, veteran or military status, and any other categories protected by applicable state, local, or federal law. M/F/Disability/Protected Vet

Department: Purchasing-012994
This is a full time position