Dock Operations and Inventory Control Specialist

Potter Global Technologies; Hazelwood (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Potter-Global-Technologies is seeking a Dock Operations and Inventory Control Specialist to secure inventory integrity from receipt to storage. You will verify deliveries, match shipments to orders, and document variances, while collaborating with Purchasing, Quality, and carriers to resolve issues swiftly.

The role emphasizes ERP accuracy, kanban adherence, and strict safety standards in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Detail-obsessed with accuracy
• Excellent organization and time management
• Clear written and verbal communication across teams
• Proficiency with ERP/inventory systems, Teams, Outlook, Excel
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making in a fast-paced manufacturing setting
• Knowledge of receiving, inventory control, kanban, shipping, and warehouse operations
• Understanding of quality standards, safety and regulatory compliance

Responsibilities

• Receiving & Inspection: manage dock unloading, verify counts and condition
• Match shipments to PO, packing slips, manifests, and bills of lading
• Identify shortages, damages, non-conforming material; initiate RTVs
• Collaborate with Purchasing, Quality, suppliers, and carriers to resolve issues
• Label, organize, and store received items in inventory locations
• Post receipts and adjustments in ERP/inventory systems for traceability
• Support cycle counts, audits, and reconciliation activities
• Monitor transactions to maintain warehouse accuracy
• Follow kanban signals and workflows
• Maintain precise records of invoices, packing slips, manifests, and shipment files
• Report shipment activity for accounting, auditing and compliance
• Manage paperwork for damaged goods, RTVs and discrepancies
• Coordinate inbound/outbound schedules with production priorities
• Serve as central contact for receiving inquiries and escalation
• Communicate delivery status with carriers and suppliers
• Maintain carrier records for audit purposes
• Verify incoming materials meet specifications and safety/quality standards
• Follow safety policies and hazardous material handling procedures
• Provide receiving documentation to support audits
• Update receiving schedules to align with production/warehouse needs
• Drive improvements in safety, efficiency, inventory accuracy, and process performance

Job description

Why This Role MattersProduction depends on the right materials in the right place at the right time. As the Dock Operations and Inventory Control Specialist, you secure inventory integrity from the moment a truck arrives through final storage, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards every step of the way.What You'll DoReceiving & InspectionAssign dock doors and coordinate unloading to keep material flow efficient.Inspect deliveries from suppliers, vendors, and carriers; verify counts and condition.Match shipments to purchase orders, packing slips, manifests, and bills of lading.Identify and document shortages, damages, and non-conforming material; initiate RTVs when appropriate.Work with Purchasing, Quality, suppliers, and carriers to resolve issues quickly.Inventory ManagementLabel, organize, and store received items in designated inventory locations.Post receipts and adjustments in ERP/inventory systems to preserve traceability.Support cycle counts, audits, and reconciliation activities.Monitor transactions to sustain accuracy across the warehouse.Adhere to kanban signals and workflows.Documentation & ReportingMaintain precise records of invoices, packing slips, manifests, and shipment files.Report shipment activity for accounting, auditing, and compliance needs.Manage paperwork for damaged goods, RTVs, and discrepancies.Coordination & CommunicationAlign daily inbound/outbound transportation schedules with production priorities.Serve as the central contact for receiving inquiries and escalation.Communicate delivery status, timing, and requirements with carriers and suppliers.Maintain records of approved and potential transportation carriers for operational and audit purposes.Quality, Safety & ComplianceVerify incoming materials meet specifications and company standards.Follow all company safety policies and hazardous material handling procedures.Provide accurate receiving documentation to support internal and external audits.Operational Support & ImprovementManage daily dock operations to enable efficient material flow.Update receiving schedules to align with production and warehouse needs.Drive improvements in safety, efficiency, inventory accuracy, and process performance.What You BringDetail-obsessed approach with a passion for accuracy.Excellent organization and time management skills to balance multiple deadlines.Clear communication—written and verbal—across teams and vendors.Proficiency with ERP/inventory systems plus Teams, Outlook, and Excel.Strong problem-solving and decision-making in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.Knowledge of receiving, inventory control, kanban, shipping, and warehouse operations.Understanding of quality standards, safety requirements, and regulatory compliance.Outcomes That Define SuccessOn-time, accurate receipts with clean documentation.Zero surprises for Production thanks to precise inventory visibility.Well-orchestrated carrier activity and dock throughput.Audit-ready records that reflect best-in-class compliance.Continuous improvement that raises safety, speed, and reliability.