Inventory Control Specialist

Job Description: Job Summary: The Inventory Control Specialist is responsible for maintaining inventory accuracy and supporting the daily operations of the Parts department. This position coordinates inventory activities, monitors backordered parts, processes inventory transactions, assists with purchasing, and serves as a key liaison between vendors, production, and customer service. The Inventory Control Coordinator plays a critical role in ensuring material availability, inventory integrity, and timely communication regarding parts and order status. Pay Rate: $26.00 Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Inventory Control Maintain accurate inventory records by monitoring inventory transactions and investigating discrepancies. Perform inventory audits, cycle counts, and reconciliation activities to ensure inventory accuracy. Monitor inventory levels and identify shortages or excess inventory. Assist in maintaining inventory organization and proper material identification. Coordinate inventory adjustments and document inventory variances. Support continuous improvement initiatives related to inventory control and warehouse processes. Parts Coordination Monitor and follow up on backordered parts with vendors to ensure timely delivery. Obtain estimated delivery dates (ETAs) from suppliers and communicate updates to internal departments. Research and identify correct replacement parts using bills of materials, engineering drawings, parts manuals, and vendor resources. Coordinate the availability of parts to support production schedules and customer orders. Purchasing Support Prepare and submit purchase requisitions for inventory and operational requirements. Work with Purchasing to expedite critical orders and resolve supply issues. Monitor open purchase requests and follow up on outstanding orders. Other duties as assigned. Education and/or Work Experience Requirements: High school diploma or GED required. 2–5 years of inventory control, purchasing, warehouse administration, or parts coordination experience. Manufacturing or heavy equipment industry experience preferred. Experience working with ERP/MRP systems preferred. Physical and Work Environment Requirements: Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods. Occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Ability to work in both an office and warehouse environment. Frequent use of a computer and standard office equipment. Company Benefits: • 2 Medical Insurance Plan Options–Base PPO with HSA (High Deductible) and HMO Medical Plans:

• Prescription (Rx) Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 2 Dental Insurance Plan Options - PPO and HMO Dental Plans
• Vision Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment

(AD&D)

• Voluntary Accident & Critical Illness (Cancer) Insurance
• Company Paid Business Travel Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(K) Retirement Plan with 50% Company Match
• Vacation and Personal/Sick Time
• Paid Grandparent Leave
• Adoption Assistance
• Education Assistance (Tuition Reimbursement)

About Wastequip Wastequip got its start in 1989 with containers and compactors. But, today, we have evolved into so much more than just a manufacturer of high-quality steel containers and compactors. We are the waste industry’s only All-in-One solutions provider – from carts and containers to collect waste to hoists and trash trucks to move the waste to parts, service and technology to keep your operation running smoothly. While we’re proud to be North America’s leading manufacturer of waste handling equipment, we are equally proud to be a driving force for enhanced sustainability across the waste industry. We are consistently striving to improve our own operations while making it easier for our customers to do the right thing – building a brighter future for all.