Inventory Associate

Maine Drilling & Blasting Inc; Cookeville (TN); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k) match

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Training opportunities

Job summary

Maine Drilling & Blasting Inc. is hiring an Inventory Associate in Murfreesboro, TN. You will perform inventory control for explosives, drilling accessories, and supplies, receiving and stocking items, and coordinating with Operations and Purchasing to ensure accuracy and timely replenishment.

The role requires forklift operation, data entry, and compliance with safety standards in a fast-paced environment. Overtime and travel may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Forklift certification required or provided by the company.
• Two to three years of inventory control or warehouse experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily inventory counts for explosives and supplies.
• Process inventory transactions in WMS and ERP systems.
• Receive, verify, stock, and issue materials with accuracy.
• Maintain accurate inventory logs and documentation.
• Operate material-handling equipment safely and efficiently.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Communication

Inventory systems

Forklift operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Forklift certification

Tools

Acumatica WMS

AIMS

Excel

Job description

Come work with the best! At Maine Drilling & Blasting we work with the unity of family and the determination of business owners. We provide a unique and generous array of benefits including two retirement plans, an Employer-contributed Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and company matched 401(k). In addition to health, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits, we also offer training and development opportunities. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn the drilling and blasting industry hands‑on, while gaining a valuable skillset. As we continue to expand operations up and down the east coast, opportunities for growth are plentiful. The sky is the limit, come rock your career at MD&B!

Inventory Associate- Murfreesboro, TN:

The Inventory Associate performs inventory control and stockroom functions for explosives, drilling accessories, general consumables, and operational supplies. This position receives, verifies, issues, stocks, counts, and records materials; supports safe and compliant storage; and operates material‑handling and drill‑bit sharpening equipment as assigned. This position reports to the Operations Manager and coordinates closely with the Purchasing Manager and site operations.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Performs daily inventory counts for explosives, drilling accessories, consumables, and other assigned materials.
• Processes Pick Tickets and inventory transactions in AIMS and Acumatica WMS, ensuring incoming and outgoing quantities, product descriptions, sizes, date codes, and job numbers are accurate.
• Receives materials and verifies quantities against bills of lading, purchase orders, and system documents; unpacks, inspects, labels, stocks, and reports shortages, damage, or discrepancies.
• Issues and disperses supplies in accordance with Company policies and procedures and maintains adequate assigned inventory levels.
• Communicate inventory discrepancies, replenishment needs, and stock recommendations to the Operations Manager, Purchasing Manager, and other appropriate personnel.
• Loads, unloads, moves, and restocks explosives products, drilling accessories, and supplies using forklifts, skid steers, or other approved material‑handling equipment.
• Maintains stockrooms and storage magazines in a clean, orderly, and logically arranged condition and supports compliance with applicable safety and security standards.
• Sets up and safely operates the drill‑bit sharpening machine; evaluates returned bits, follows work‑order priorities, sharpens or identifies items for disposal, and completes required preventive maintenance.
• Maintains accurate inventory logs, records, and supporting documentation and performs routine computer work including data entry, email, virtual calls, and spreadsheet use.
• Manages multiple priorities, identifies practical solutions to inventory issues, attends required meetings and training, and performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills & Abilities

• Strong organizational, time management, and attention‑to‑detail skills with the ability to maintain accurate inventory records.
• Effective problem‑solving and critical‑thinking skills with the ability to identify and resolve inventory discrepancies.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced operating environment.
• Professional verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work successfully with a wide variety of internal and external contacts.
• Working knowledge of inventory systems, databases, email, and Microsoft applications, including spreadsheets; experience with Acumatica WMS or AIMS preferred.
• Ability to safely operate a forklift, skid steer, drill‑bit sharpening machine, and related material‑handling equipment, or successfully complete required training.
• General knowledge of explosives products, drilling accessories, stock supplies, or related industry materials preferred but not required.
• Flexibility to work overtime, early starts, or adjusted schedules as operational and customer needs require.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two to three years of inventory control, stockroom, warehouse, or related operational experience preferred.
• Forklift and skid steer certification required or must be obtained through Company‑provided training.
• Valid state driver's license, access to reliable transportation, and ability to meet Company Standard MVR requirements required.
• Must successfully complete required pre‑employment physical examination and drug/alcohol testing.
• Must successfully complete the required ATF criminal background check.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of standing, walking, reaching, lifting, pushing, and pulling, with stooping and bending approximately 30 to 40 percent of the time.
• Must be able to repeatedly lift and move items weighing 40 to 50 pounds and occasionally lift items weighing up to 80 pounds.
• Ability to climb stairs and enter trucks or trailers and, when required, work on top of a truck approximately 10 to 13 feet above the ground.
• Ability to tolerate excess noise and strenuous working conditions while safely performing assigned duties.

Work Environment

• Work is performed in stockroom, magazine, warehouse, office, yard, and outdoor environments, including uneven and loose surfaces and varying weather conditions.
• The position may work around explosives products, material‑handling equipment, commercial vehicles, and drill‑bit sharpening equipment and must follow applicable safety and security requirements.
• Regular coordination with the Operations Manager, Purchasing Manager, site personnel, drivers, and other internal teams is required.

Travel

• Limited out‑of‑town or out‑of‑state travel may be required, including occasional single overnight stays.
• Hotel and meal expenses are provided when overnight travel is required in accordance with Company policy.

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