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Inventory Control LeadRegular Full Time Manual Labor Sparks, NV, US3 days ago Requisition ID: 1189Salary Range: $25.00 To $29.00 AnnuallyJOB TITLE: Inventory Control LeadPRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY: To lead the day-to-day work of the inventory control team, ensuring accurate inventory records to meet production and customer demands. Provides hands-on direction, training, and quality oversight to Inventory Control Specialists, and serves as the key link between the team and the Planning Manager.CORE VALUES: The following list of Core Values and Behaviors are necessary to meet the minimum requirements:TEAMWORKHelp each other succeedCommunicate clearly and directly, listen wellEncourage teammatesBlameless problem solvingHONESTY AND INTEGRITYHonor your commitmentsDo the right thingConsistent in your attitudes and actionsLEANImprove processesOpen to new ideasShare information, and teachExpose issuesNUMBERS FOCUSEDDeliver resultsAnalyze data for improvementTake ownership and accountabilityWork smarter, not harderEXCELLENCEExhibit passion in serving customersContribute solutionsSense of urgencyBe the best at what you doSeek knowledgeFUNBe positiveCelebrate achievementsDon't take yourself too seriouslyCHARACTERISTIC DUTIES:Provide day-to-day leadership and work direction to Inventory Control Specialists, including assigning cycle count schedules, balancing workload across locations, and covering gaps as neededTrain, mentor, and coach Inventory Control Specialists on ERP transactions, cycle counting methods, and inventory control proceduresServe as the primary point of contact between the inventory control team and the Planning Manager, escalating staffing, process, or system issues as neededOwn the accuracy and integrity of inventory records; lead root cause investigations of significant discrepancies and drive corrective and preventive actionsReview, approve, and audit cycle count results, adjustments, and other inventory transactions performed by the team for accuracy and complianceMonitor inventory KPIs (accuracy rate, aging, variance, obsolescence) and report trends and issues to the Planning Manager and cross-functional partnersCoordinate with warehouse, production, purchasing, and quality teams to ensure smooth material flow across multiple locationsPlan and lead physical inventory events, including annual counts and special audits, from preparation through reconciliationIdentify and lead Lean/continuous improvement projects that improve inventory accuracy, space utilization, and labeling/traceability practicesPerform hands-on cycle counts, transaction processing, and reporting alongside the team as workload requiresEnsure proper labeling, binning, and location of materials for traceability and organizationOperate forklifts and reach trucks safely and effectivelyCommunicate professionally and effectively with team members and other departmentsFollow all OSHA safety regulations and those set by Future Form ManufacturingMaintain the responsibilities of the ISO 9001 system in accordance with the requirements defined in the Quality Manual and Procedure Level documentationParticipate actively and positively in Lean activitiesAll other duties as assignedREPORTS TO: Planning ManagerSAFETY REQUIREMENTS OF POSITION:Follow all OSHA safety regulations and those set by Future Form ManufacturingREQUIREMENTS OF POSITION:Minimum of 5 years' inventory control experiencePrior experience training, directing, or informally leading other team membersStrong attention to detail and ability to hold self and others accountable to itAbility to prioritize and manage workload across multiple people and locations at onceBasic computer skills with an emphasis on Excel spreadsheets and ERP systems; NetSuite a plusStrong root-cause and problem-solving skills; able to investigate discrepancies and recommend corrective actionAbility to communicate clearly and professionally with team members, the Planning Manager, and other departmentsGood interpersonal and coaching skills; able to give and receive constructive feedbackAbility to work with little or no supervision and to make sound decisions in the momentAble to follow instructions and communicate effectivelyBasic math ability (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division)BeneficialHigh school graduate or equivalent3+ years of MRP experience2+ years' manufacturing experiencePrior lead, supervisory, or trainer experienceStrong knowledge of inventory control techniquesGood knowledge of tooling and hardwarePHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF POSITION:Sit 22%, Stand 60%, Walk 2%, Bend 2%, Squat 2%, Lift 4%, Twist 2%, Kneel 1%, Reach Above Shoulder 1%, Climb 2%, Drive 1%, Push/Pull 1%.Maximum (minutes): Sit 105, Stand 288, Walk 10, Bend 10, Squat 10, Lift 19, Twist 9, Kneel 5, Reach Above Shoulder 5, Climb 9, Drive 5, Push/Pull 5.Must be able to lift 35 pounds occasionally. Must have normal vision (with or without corrective lenses) and hearing (with or without corrective hearing aids).Working Environment: Office environment/Shop environment. Moderate noise level. Exposure to dust, heat and cold.This position will require drug testing per company policy.JOB TITLE: Inventory Control LeadPRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY: To lead the day-to-day work of the inventory control team, ensuring accurate inventory records to meet production and customer demands. Provides hands-on direction, training, and quality oversight to Inventory Control Specialists, and serves as the key link between the team and the Planning Manager.CORE VALUES: The following list of Core Values and Behaviors are necessary to meet the minimum requirements:TEAMWORKHelp each other succeedCommunicate clearly and directly, listen wellEncourage teammatesBlameless problem solvingHONESTY AND INTEGRITYHonor your commitmentsDo the right thingConsistent in your attitudes and actionsLEANImprove processesOpen to new ideasShare information, and teachExpose issuesNUMBERS FOCUSEDDeliver resultsAnalyze data for improvementTake ownership and accountabilityWork smarter, not harderEXCELLENCEExhibit passion in serving customersContribute solutionsSense of urgencyBe the best at what you doSeek knowledgeFUNBe positiveCelebrate achievementsDon't take yourself too seriouslyCHARACTERISTIC DUTIES:EssentialProvide day-to-day leadership and work direction to Inventory Control Specialists, including assigning cycle count schedules, balancing workload across locations, and covering gaps as neededTrain, mentor, and coach Inventory Control Specialists on ERP transactions, cycle counting methods, and inventory control proceduresServe as the primary point of contact between the inventory control team and the Planning Manager, escalating staffing, process, or system issues as neededOwn the accuracy and integrity of inventory records; lead root cause investigations of significant discrepancies and drive corrective and preventive actionsReview, approve, and audit cycle count results, adjustments, and other inventory transactions performed by the team for accuracy and complianceMonitor inventory KPIs (accuracy rate, aging, variance, obsolescence) and report trends and issues to the Planning Manager and cross-functional partnersCoordinate with warehouse, production, purchasing, and quality teams to ensure smooth material flow across multiple locationsPlan and lead physical inventory events, including annual counts and special audits, from preparation through reconciliationIdentify and lead Lean/continuous improvement projects that improve inventory accuracy, space utilization, and labeling/traceability practicesPerform hands-on cycle counts, transaction processing, and reporting alongside the team as workload requiresEnsure proper labeling, binning, and location of materials for traceability and organizationOperate forklifts and reach trucks safely and effectivelyCommunicate professionally and effectively with team members and other departmentsFollow all OSHA safety regulations and those set by Future Form ManufacturingMaintain the responsibilities of the ISO 9001 system in accordance with the requirements defined in the Quality Manual and Procedure Level documentationParticipate actively and positively in Lean activitiesAll other duties as assignedREPORTS TO: Planning ManagerWORKS WITH: Vendors & Future Form Team MembersSAFETY REQUIREMENTS OF POSITION:Follow all OSHA safety regulations and those set by Future Form ManufacturingREQUIREMENTS OF POSITION:EssentialMinimum of 5 years' inventory control experiencePrior experience training, directing, or informally leading other team membersStrong attention to detail and ability to hold self and others accountable to itAbility to prioritize and manage workload across multiple people and locations at onceBasic computer skills with an emphasis on Excel spreadsheets and ERP systems; NetSuite a plusStrong root-cause and problem-solving skills; able to investigate discrepancies and recommend corrective actionAbility to communicate clearly and professionally with team members, the Planning Manager, and other departmentsGood interpersonal and coaching skills; able to give and receive constructive feedbackAbility to work with little or no supervision and to make sound decisions in the momentAble to follow instructions and communicate effectivelyBasic math ability (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division)Manual dexterityBeneficialHigh school graduate or equivalent3+ years of MRP experience2+ years' manufacturing experiencePrior lead, supervisory, or trainer experienceStrong knowledge of inventory control techniquesGood knowledge of tooling and hardwarePHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF POSITION:Sit 22%, Stand 60%, Walk 2%, Bend 2%, Squat 2%, Lift 4%, Twist 2%, Kneel 1%, Reach Above Shoulder 1%, Climb 2%, Drive 1%, Push/Pull 1%.Maximum (minutes): Sit 105, Stand 288, Walk 10, Bend 10, Squat 10, Lift 19, Twist 9, Kneel 5, Reach Above Shoulder 5, Climb 9, Drive 5, Push/Pull 5.Must be able to lift 35 pounds occasionally. Must have normal vision (with or without corrective lenses) and hearing (with or without corrective hearing aids).Working Environment: Office environment/Shop environment. Moderate noise level. Exposure to dust, heat and cold.This position will require drug testing per company policy.Monday through Thursday 6:30am to 3:30pm and Friday 6:30am to 12:00pm#J-18808-Ljbffr