Investigate and reconcile inventory discrepancies caused by BOM errors, missing transactions, or backflush issues.
Drive program metrics and count cadence required for the facility to achieve and sustain Physical Inventory Exemption.
Other duties as assigned.
Quality Assurance
Assist with maintaining accurate inventory and material movement documentation.
Report issues and participate in root cause analysis for material discrepancies.
Safety Compliance
Follow all plant safety rules, wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and always use proper lifting techniques.
Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas according to 5S standards.
Proactively watch for and report safety hazards or near-misses to leadership.
Collaboration and Communication
Work closely with team members, supervisors, engineers, finance, and quality control personnel to address challenges and improve processes.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing to report issues and provide updates.
Provide informal guidance or mentoring to less experienced team members, including demonstrating proper material processes and techniques.
Workspace Maintenance
Maintain a clean and organized workspace.
Store tools and equipment securely and properly.
Flexibility and Adaptability
Cross-train and support other material areas (Receiving, Stores, WIP, Shipping) as production needs change.
Work overtime or adjust shifts as needed to support production goals and month-end reconciliations.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Requirements
Education
High School Diploma or GED equivalent
Experience
3+ years of general materials, warehousing, or manufacturing logistics experience.
2+ years of hands-on inventory control experience in a fast-paced manufacturing plant.
Technical Knowledge
Strong working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems (experience with Oracle is a strong plus).
Solid understanding of Bill of Materials (BOM) structures, stockroom workflows, and WIP/assembly operations.
Good computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, and intermediate Excel).
Essential Skills
Communication: Effective communication skills (verbal and written).
Material Movement: Ability to use proper lifting techniques and material movement equipment effectively.
Quality Control: Ability to review material and communicate to the quality department for their review, to ensure it meets quality standards, if questionable visual discrepancies are discovered.
Problem-Solving: Identifying issues and communicating to teams and leadership.
Safety Awareness: Following safety protocols and maintaining hazard awareness.
Teamwork: Collaborating effectively with all employees and management.
Adaptability: Ability to be flexible in role, adjusting to new processes, technologies, or production requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous Inventory Control experience.
Warehousing and Manufacturing experience.
Physical Demands
Manual Dexterity: Ability to handle, count, and sort small components as well as larger parts.
Repetitive Motion: Frequent bending, reaching, kneeling, stooping, lifting, and grasping.
Standing Duration: Ability to stand and walk on concrete floors for up to 10 hours per shift.
Lifting Requirements: Ability to regularly lift and carry up to 35 lbs.
Environmental Exposure: Ability to work in a manufacturing and warehouse environment with exposure to industrial noise, dust, moving equipment, and seasonal temperature changes.
COMMITMENT TO COMPANY STANDARDS
Inventory Control Specialists are expected to uphold Allegion’s commitment to safety, quality, and customer satisfaction by living Allegion’s values, fostering a cooperative team environment, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
Compensation: This range is provided by Allegion. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience.
The expected Base Hourly Range: $20 - $27.
We Celebrate Who We Are!
Allegion is committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace. Together, we embrace all differences and similarities among colleagues, as well as the differences and similarities within the relationships that we foster with customers, suppliers and the communities where we live and work. Whatever your background, experience, race, color, national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, disability status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law, we will make sure that you have every opportunity to impress us in your application and the opportunity to give your best at work, not because we’re required to, but because it’s the right thing to do. We are also committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities. If for any reason you cannot apply through our career site and require an accommodation or assistance, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team.
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