Inventory Control Coordinator

Whelan Machine & Tool, an Ajax Defense company, builds precision components and assemblies for defense and commercial customers. We're hiring an Inventory Control Coordinator to keep inventory records accurate across raw materials, work-in-process and finished goods, so production always has the right material at the right time. You'll report to the Production Control Manager and work closely with Purchasing, Production, Shipping & Receiving and Quality.

What you'll do

• Maintain accurate inventory records for raw materials, WIP and finished goods in the ERP/MRP system
• Run regular cycle counts, resolve differences between physical counts and system records, and support the annual physical inventory
• Process material receipts, issues, transfers and returns accurately and on time, including lot and serial number traceability
• Keep inventory labeled, located and organized throughout the facility
• Monitor min/max levels and reorder points, and flag shortages or excess to Purchasing and Production Control
• Reconcile open purchase orders against received material with Purchasing
• Support Quality with inventory holds, quarantine and disposition of nonconforming material
• Run inventory accuracy, aging and obsolescence reports and recommend process improvements

What you need

• High school diploma or GED
• 2+ years of inventory control, materials management or related experience in manufacturing
• ERP/MRP experience, including transactions and reporting
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel
• Strong attention to detail and organization, and the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Must be a U.S. Person as defined by ITAR (the job involves export-controlled technical data)

Nice to have

• Associate's degree in Supply Chain, Business or a related field
• Microsoft Dynamics NAV experience
• APICS CPIM or similar certification
• Aerospace, defense or other highly regulated manufacturing experience
• Forklift or material handling equipment experience

Work is on the production floor with machine noise, cutting fluids and moving equipment. You'll stand for extended periods, regularly lift up to 35 lbs, and wear required PPE. Overtime may be required.

Ajax Defense, Inc. and its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

You should be proficient in:

• Material Handler Experience
• ERP & MRP Systems
• Inventory Management & Control