Inventory Control Coordinator

Wisconsin Department of Corrections; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time

Holiday pay

Health insurance

Pension plan

457 retirement plan

PSLF eligibility

Well Wisconsin program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Wisconsin Department of Corrections seeks a warehouse/docking coordinator for the Milwaukee Secure Detention Facility (MSDF). You will manage receiving/shipping, handle Canteen purchasing records, and ensure accurate inventory control while maintaining a safe, organized warehouse environment.

Responsibilities include coordinating shipments, delivering materials to internal users, and supervising staff as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience ordering and receiving goods.
• Experience inspecting shipments and bills for accuracy.
• Experience performing inventory counts and using related software.
• Experience maintaining inventory and stocks.
• Experience following up on missing items or invoice questions with vendors.
• Experience supervising, training, and/or monitoring other staff on job duties.

Responsibilities

• Operate the receiving/shipping dock at MSDF and maintain orderly warehouse.
• Perform bookkeeping for the MSDF Canteen purchases.
• Ship materials through common carrier and MSDF delivery system to intra-institution users.
• Store received materials properly and maintain a neat, clean and safe warehouse environment.

Skills

Goods ordering

Receiving shipments

Inventory counting

Inventory management

Vendor follow-up

Staff supervision

Job description

Position Summary

Under the general supervision of the Financial Program Supervisor, this position is responsible for the operation of the Milwaukee Secure Detention Facility (MSDF) receiving and shipping dock and the maintenance of warehoused items. Duties include the receiving of materials purchased for the MSDF Canteen and attendant bookkeeping functions; shipping of materials through common carrier and through the MSDF delivery system to all intra-institution users, store received materials properly and maintain a neat, clean and safe warehouse environment.

Salary Information

This position is in pay schedule/range 03-10 with a starting pay rate of $19.44/hour, plus excellent benefits. Pay on appointment for current state employees may vary according to the applicable pay transaction provisions of the Compensations Plan, Wisconsin Administrative Code, and statutes. A twelve-month probationary period is required.

• Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of vacation/personal time, nine paid holidays, and ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year.
• Insurance: Excellent and affordable health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• An exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment
• An optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan
• DOC is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
• The Well Wisconsin Program helps participants set health and well-being goals, track progress, stay motivated, and earn incentives.
• Our Employee Assistance Program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being
• More information about State of Wisconsin benefits.

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Job Details

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. without DOC sponsorship) at the time of application.

The Department of Corrections will conduct criminal background checks on applicants prior to selection. Upon hire, all new DOC employees are subject to fingerprinting. Any applicant who is offered employment in a position which requires a pre-employment drug screen must pass the screen as a contingency of employment.

Qualifications

• Experience ordering and receiving goods
• Experience inspecting shipments and bills for accuracy
• Experience performing inventory counts and using related software
• Experience maintaining inventory and stocks
• Experience following up on missing items or invoice questions with vendors
• Experience supervising, training, and/or monitoring other staff on job duties

Special Requirements

• Must possess a valid Driver’s License.
• Operate a 21,000 lb. truck and be able to back in and/or out of loading docks and area.
• Must meet the standards for driving a vehicle under the DOA Fleet Policy
• Ability to climb on and off of truck beds.
• Operate pallet jacks, forklifts and other equipment.
• In the event of an urgent situation, the employee may be asked to work additional hours on their shift, holiday or weekend.

The State of Wisconsin is proud an Equal Opportunity and affirmative Action employer. We are committed to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants from all backgrounds. We consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities.

The State of Wisconsin offers a special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability. If you are a qualified veteran, please visit the Veterans Employment page for application instructions to be considered for the Veterans Non-Competitive Appointment program.

Questions can be directed to Katie Benson at [e-mail].

Deadline to Apply

Online applications and materials must be submitted by 11:59pm on August 18, 2026

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