Job Description

The Inventory Controller coordinates the flow of materials in accordance with Master Schedules, utilizing MRP and XA master inventory settings. Works with Stores, Supply Chain, and Value Stream to ensure best inventory and procurement practices are followed to maintain a desired flow of materials to meet shipping schedules.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Administer Quality Incident Reports (QIR) for immediate resolution.

• Expedite and follow-up for on-time delivery of purchased and manufactured components.

• Work closely with Assemblers and Material Handling on the manufacturing floor.

• Search for parts that Assembly is unable to locate.

• Attend Assembly touch meetings.

• Assist Assembly leaders on the set-up of job boards.

• Assist in planning the shop floor build design for each machine.

• Act as a liaison between Material Handling and Assembly to coordinate job set-up and part presentation to assist with decreasing assembly hours.

• Assist Planning and Assembly Team leader with the creation and scheduling of build plans

• Prepare and present an accurate list of parts holding up production for each MCR meeting.

• Ensure the successful execution of staging/locating practices and on-time availability for issued parts.

• Perform and coordinate job cart reviews.

• Assist and support the XA team with production control issues.

• Assist Material Handling on inventory transactions and processes.

• Back-up Planning function.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Associate degree in a related field or 1-3 years hands-on experience in material handling with XA applications.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

• Demonstrated communication, organization, and time management skills

• Proven problem-solving skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

• Ability to interpret and understand XA transactions is desired.

COMPETENCIES

• Customer Focus – Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.

• Instills Trust – Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.

• Drives Results - Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances.

• Communicates Effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.

• Optimizes Work Processes - Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.

• Action Oriented: Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.

• Resourcefulness: Adapts to changing circumstances and priorities; effectively copes with unexpected interruptions, delays, and demands.

LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITY

​​This position does not directly supervise other associates.​

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Stand, walk, bend, squat, twist, reach or otherwise move about frequently

• Occasional repetitive motion and grasping

• Occasional climbing to reach areas on machines or racks

• Lift, move or otherwise transfer up to 50 lbs. occasionally, >20 lbs. frequently

• Typically sits, grasps items or performs keyboarding for occasional operation of a computer

• Exposure to typical machine shop physical hazards which may require respiratory protection