Warehouse & Inventory Control Specialist
11 days ago
Milford
Job Description Essex Industries is a multi-site aerospace and defense manufacturer serving military and commercial customers worldwide. The Warehouse & Inventory Control Specialist supports daily warehouse operations within a regulated aerospace manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate inventory records, ensuring material traceability, and supporting production through timely and accurate material transactions. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Inventory Control & ERP Management • Maintain accurate inventory records and material transactions within the ERP system., • Monitor inventory levels to support upcoming production assemblies and prevent shortages., • Perform routine cycle counts and reconcile discrepancies to ensure inventory accuracy., • Investigate and resolve inventory variances in coordination with Production, Quality, and Purchasing., • Analyze daily product demand and material availability to anticipate supply risks. Production Support & Material Kitting • Kit work orders in accordance with production schedules and engineering requirements., • Verify part numbers, revisions, quantities, and lot traceability prior to release to production., • Deliver materials to designated production areas in alignment with manufacturing priorities., • Ensure compliance with FIFO (First-In, First-Out) and lot control requirements. Receiving & Stockroom Operations • Receive, inspect, unpack, and properly store incoming materials and components., • Verify documentation, certifications, and part numbers to ensure compliance with aerospace traceability requirements., • Label and organize materials to maintain clear identification and segregation of conforming and nonconforming product., • Maintain a clean, organized, and audit-ready stockroom environment. Shelf-Life & Compliance Management • Monitor materials with finite shelf life and ensure proper rotation and usage., • Notify Purchasing and Production of materials approaching expiration to prevent production disruption., • Ensure hazardous materials are stored, labeled, and handled in accordance with Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and company safety policies., • Support internal and external audits by maintaining accurate documentation and traceability records. Collaboration & Continuous Improvement • Communicate material shortages, discrepancies, or process gaps to appropriate departments in a timely manner., • Participate in inventory improvement initiatives and stock assessments., • Assist other departments as needed to support overall production and delivery goals. Required Education & Qualifications • High school diploma or equivalent required., • Minimum of 3 years of experience in inventory control or warehouse operations within a manufacturing environment (aerospace preferred)., • Strong working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and inventory transaction processing., • Understanding of material traceability, lot control, and regulated manufacturing practices., • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail., • Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Physical Requirements • Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds., • Ability to stand, walk, bend, and reach for extended periods., • Ability to operate a forklift or other material-handling equipment (training provided). Why Choose Essex: • Base Pay and Overtime Pay Eligible, • Bonus Opportunity, • Paid time off, • 10 company holidays, • Training & Development, • Retirement Benefits – 401k matching, • Tax-Advantaged Accounts, • Medical, dental, vision coverage, • Flexible Spending Account, • Life Insurance, • Parental Leave, • Pet Insurance, • Employee Assistance Program