Inventory Specialist

Watts Job Opportunity

We're Watts. Together, we're reimagining the future of water.

We feel proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support -- it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource.

Scope of Position

This detail-oriented and data-driven individual, as part of the Materials department, will be responsible for maintaining inventory and bin accuracy across the stockroom, production areas, and offsite warehouse locations to support efficient manufacturing operations. This role ensures accurate inventory transactions, resolves discrepancies, and supports material flow to maintain operational continuity. This position reports to Stockroom Supervisor. This role is onsite and is based in Fort Worth, Texas.

Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform cycle counts in stockroom, production areas, and offsite warehouse locations, ensuring alignment between physical counts and ERP records.
• Conduct regular and ad-hoc bin audits to ensure proper inventory organization and accuracy.
• Manage inventory transactions in ERP systems, including receiving, issuing, transferring, and adjustments.
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate records and provide reporting on cycle count results, variances, and inventory status.
• Provide material handling support, including pulling materials, replenishment, and processing returns (RMA, canceled jobs, and misplaced materials).
• Support inventory accuracy and continuous improvement initiatives within the materials function.
• Assume responsibility for other projects and duties as assigned by the Stockroom Supervisor or Company management.
• Responsibility directly tied to Watts Value (Integrity, Accountability, Continuous Improvement, Transparency).
• Travel Requirements: Minimal travel required; may include occasional visits to offsite warehouse locations.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required (in absence of degree, may consider relevant work experience).
• 4+ years of experience in a warehousing and manufacturing environment.
• 2+ years of end-to-end cycle count ownership and experience.
• Experience with inventory transactions and ERP systems (SAP/WMS preferred).
• Basic math and computer skills to perform ERP transactions and inventory-related tasks.
• Ability to obtain forklift certification.
• Understanding of and adherence to applicable laws, codes, policies, regulations, and safety practices and procedures, as applicable.
• Must successfully establish employment eligibility and satisfactorily complete background checks and required pre-employment testing as a condition of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's degree or certification in Logistics, Supply Chain, or related field.
• Experience in a manufacturing-driven inventory control environment.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.

General Applicable Company Competencies

• Commitment to Watts' values of integrity, accountability, continuous improvement and innovation, and transparency.
• Punctuality and dependability.
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing work priorities and stressful conditions.
• Adherence to all personnel policies, procedures, and standards of process as implemented by Watts.
• Maintain productive and collaborative relationships with other Watts employees.
• Demonstrated behaviors aligned with Watts values: Growth Mindset, Customer-Focused Innovation, Constant Communication, Clear Goals, Collaborate Globally, Be Inclusive, and Take Action.

Working Conditions:

While performing the job duties, you will be working on-site in a manufacturing facility. You will be required to work at the Company's Fort Worth location in Fort Worth, Texas. Your scheduled work hours will be communicated to you by your manager.

Physical Requirements: Specific physical abilities required for this position include, but are not limited to:

• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to push and pull up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to physically move around manufacturing floor.
• Ability to read documents and communicate clearly with management and coworkers.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment, which may include, but is not limited to, safety shoes, hearing protection, and safety glasses.

Nothing in this job description restricts Watts' right to assign or reassign duties, responsibilities, and working hours/conditions to this position at any time. This position is "at will," which means that either the employee or Watts may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without notice, and for any lawful reason.

Watts in it for you :

Please note that the following benefits apply only to permanent roles and do not apply to internship roles.

• Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits
• Family building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave
• 10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off
• Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement
• Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs

How we work:

At Watts, our culture is team-oriented and supportive. Employees here genuinely care about the quality of their work, and about each other. Our people are the heart of who we are and contribute to our longevity and continued success.

And this is a place where you can have a big career. No matter your role, there are opportunities for learning and development, and your daily contributions make a meaningful impact on the lives of people who use our products and on the future of water.

Watts is committed to equal employment opportunity. We follow a policy of administering all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, minorities, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the obligations of state and federal law, Watts will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Any employee who needs a reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources.