Inventory Cycle Counters - NEEDED ASAP!!

The Inventory Control Specialist is responsible for maintaining accurate inventory levels and material flow for the hose assembly plant. This role performs cycle counts and inventories, processes receiving and issuing transactions, analyzes inventory discrepancies, and supports production with timely material availability. The role is hands‑on, requires attention to detail, and works closely with production, purchasing, shipping, and quality teams to ensure inventory accuracy and uninterrupted assembly operations.

Execute cycle counts and physical inventories according to schedule; Maintain inventory accuracy in the ERP/WMS system (e.g., SAP, Infor, Oracle) by entering receipts, issues, transfers, and adjustments promptly and accurately.

Receive incoming material: verify quantities, inspect for damage, record lot/serial numbers, and stage parts for putaway.

Issue and stage materials for production orders; monitor kitting and kanban replenishment to support continuous assembly flow.

Reconcile discrepancies between system records and physical stock; root cause analysis and corrective action tracking.

Coordinate scrap, returns, and quarantine processes with Quality and Production.

Generate inventory reports and KPIs (inventory accuracy, cycle count completion, stockouts, days of inventory) and present findings to management.

Support purchasing with lead‑time, usage, and safety stock data to optimize reorder points.

Maintain organized, safe, and labeled storage areas; ensure proper FIFO/LIFO/FEFO handling as required.

Train and assist production or warehouse staff on proper material handling and inventory procedures.

Participate in continuous improvement initiatives (5S, Kaizen) to reduce waste and improve inventory processes.

Natural High Performance Teams), and work with groups to initiate and implement programs such as Lean Manufacturing and 5-S.

Work safely in accordance with regulations, standards, and procedures in a manner that eliminates risk to health and the environment Notify leadership of unsafe conditions or practices unlawful activities and activities which present unreasonable health and/or environmental risk. Report all safety and/or environmental incidents to leadership immediately

Ability to work overtime as required, including extended shifts & weekends, to meet business needs.

Supply Chain Management, Operations, or Business preferred

2-4 years of experience working in an ERP system (Mainframe, SAP, JDE, etc)

2-4 years of experience working in a manufacturing or warehouse environment.

Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel required.

Willing to become forklift certified. Will train in house.

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In accordance with Parker's policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug‑free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.

In accordance with Parker's policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug‑free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.

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