Inventory Control Coordinator (1st Shift)

Price Industries; Winder (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Price Industries in Winder, GA is seeking an Inventory Control Coordinator (1st Shift) to support production efficiency by ensuring inventory accuracy and real-time visibility into materials, WIP, and finished goods.

You will monitor cycle counts, investigate discrepancies, and maintain ERP records (IFS or equivalent). Collaboration with production, logistics, and procurement is essential to minimize downtime and drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of inventory control experience.
• Experience with ERP systems (IFS preferred) and Excel.
• High school diploma or GED; post-secondary education in supply chain or logistics is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily inventory reconciliations, cycle counts, and audits per procedures.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies, report root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain ERP records and data integrity for all inventory transactions (IFS or equivalent).
• Track raw materials, WIP, and finished goods across production lines and warehouse zones.
• Coordinate with receiving and shipping teams to validate inbound/outbound movements.
• Monitor slow-moving/obsolete inventory; support reallocation or disposal actions.
• Assist in preparing for physical inventory events (annual or quarterly counts).
• Support lean manufacturing and 5S by keeping inventory areas organized and labeled.
• Provide training to warehouse and production personnel on inventory handling procedures.
• Collaborate with production planners and materials team to optimize inventory levels.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Data entry accuracy

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Post-secondary education in supply chain or logistics

Tools

ERP systems (IFS) experience

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The Inventory Control Coordinator (1st Shift) located in Winder, GA, plays a vital role in supporting production efficiency, ensuring inventory accuracy, and upholding our standards of excellence. You are responsible for monitoring, auditing, and reconciling inventory across all storage and production areas.

This role ensures accurate material flow to support manufacturing schedules, minimize waste, and maintain real-time visibility into raw material, WIP (work-in-progress), and finished goods levels. Working in close partnership with the production, logistics, and procurement teams, the coordinator helps maintain smooth operations and drives continuous improvement in inventory management processes.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily inventory reconciliations, cycle counts, and audits in alignment with corporate procedures.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies, report root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate records in the ERP system (IFS or equivalent), ensuring data integrity for all inventory transactions.
• Track raw materials, WIP, and finished goods across production lines and warehouse zones.
• Coordinate with receiving and shipping teams to validate inbound and outbound inventory movements.
• Monitor and report on slow-moving, obsolete, or excess inventory; support reallocation or disposal actions.
• Assist in preparing for physical inventory events, including annual or quarterly counts.
• Support lean manufacturing and 5S principles by maintaining organized, clearly labeled, and efficient inventory areas.
• Provide training and guidance to warehouse and production personnel on inventory handling procedures.
• Collaborate with production planners and materials team to optimize inventory levels and minimize downtime.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; post-secondary education in supply chain or logistics is an asset.
• 2+ years of experience in inventory control, warehouse operations, or materials coordination.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (experience with IFS is a strong asset) and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and accuracy in data entry.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally in a team environment.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing setting, including standing, walking, and lifting up to 50 lbs as needed.
• Experience in HVAC manufacturing or a similar high-mix, high-volume production environment.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement practices.
• Forklift certification or willingness to obtain one.

About Price Industries

We are the leading provider of non-residential air distribution products across North America. We are committed to nurturing passionate and adaptable individuals who will play pivotal roles in shaping our future.

After 75+ years, Price remains a privately held family company with a deep heritage and commitment to innovation and service, and social responsibility. Our long-standing vision, values, and the Price way of doing business are the cornerstones of our company.

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We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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