Inventory Control Associate

4407 Railroad Avenue, East Chicago , Indiana 46312 , United States Full-time/Part-time Full-time Job Description Join our Toyota Heavy Duty Team as an Inventory Control Specialist! The Role: We’re seeking a passionate and dedicated Inventory Control Specialist who brings enthusiasm, energy, and expertise to the table. In this role, you’ll be responsible for maintaining optimized inventory levels to prevent inventory shortages and overages. The role is fast-paced and requires a high sense of urgency in order to support a lean manufacturing facility, while collaborating with a dynamic and diverse team to achieve shared goals. If you enjoy tackling challenges with positivity and a bit of humor, you’ll feel right at home here. What You’ll Be Doing: Perform inventory cycle counts Track, resolve, and report stock-outs Assist in the tracking and improvement of inventory reports & countermeasures Set up new inventory locations, bins, and move items as needed Communicate and monitor improvement plans to meet inventory objectives Organize and maintain a clean warehouse following 5S practices Focus on continuous improvement (Kaizen) in inventory processes and procedures Maintain Standard Storage Procedures for every Part (PFEP) Assist in maintaining the Inventory Central Store What We’re Looking For: High School diploma or equivalent Some warehouse/inventory experience preferred Willingness to be certified to operate a forklift What Sets You Apart: Strong attention to detail with a track record of accurate inventory control Experience with inventory management systems Ability to identify process improvements and proactively solve problems Strong communication skills in a warehouse or cross-functional environment Where and When You’ll Work: This is an in-person role, located at our East Chicago, IN facility, which is ideal for those who thrive in a hands‑on, team‑oriented environment. Monday through Friday, 6:30 am to 3:00 pm What Your Total Compensation & Benefits Package Will Look Like: Wage - $20.45 per hour Generous Paid Time Off and 13 Paid Holidays Affordable Medical plans and no-cost Dental & Vision options 100% 401k match up to 6% Company paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability Tuition Assistance Program Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with access to mental health care, legal support, and financial guidance Recognition and Kaizen (continuous improvement) Reward Programs Meaningful opportunities for personal and professional development Best in class work culture! Big Name | Big Opportunities | Life is Better at Toyota Toyota Material Handling North America (TMHNA), the industry leader in forklift sales, comprises two main brands: Toyota Material Handling and The Raymond Corporation. We believe investing in the best people, products, and processes will fuel our future success, and we will always be driven by our foundational principles of “respect for people” and “continuous improvement”. With opportunities across North America, we are confident you will find the right position within TMHNA that can help you build a long, fulfilling career. This employer participates in the E-Verify program. Click here for more information. EEO is the Law #J-18808-Ljbffr