Inventory Control & Quality Assurance Specialist

Socket.dev; Port Wentworth (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking a detail-oriented ICQA professional based in Port Wentworth, GA. You will conduct daily cycle counts, manage quality inspections, and help optimize warehouse processes to reduce errors.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, analyze data using Excel or Power BI, and ensure compliance with safety regulations. English proficiency required; US work authorization essential.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or higher in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• 1+ years of experience in warehouse inventory management or quality control.
• Experience in team management with ability to lead and motivate employees.
• Proficient in WMS.
• Strong analytical skills for data-driven optimization.
• Excellent communication to coordinate outbound processes.
• English proficiency; local language and Chinese preferred.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily cycle counts and inventory audits to maintain accuracy.
• Identify and analyze discrepancies and implement corrective actions.
• Monitor WMS records against physical stock levels.
• Assist in resolving inventory-related issues (lost, damaged, expired, misplaced).
• Conduct quality inspections to ensure items meet standards.
• Oversee handling of returns and damaged goods and suggest improvements.
• Support data analysis and create inventory quality reports.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

English proficiency

Leadership

Attention to detail

Education

Associate’s degree or higher in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

WMS (Warehouse Management System)

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

1. Inventory Control

① Conduct daily cycle counts and key inventory audits to maintain inventory accuracy.

② Identify and analyze inventory discrepancies, investigate root causes, and implement corrective actions.

③ Monitor inventory movement data to ensure warehouse management system (WMS) records match physical stock levels.

④ Assist in resolving inventory-related issues, such as lost, damaged, expired, or misplaced items.

2. Quality Assurance

① Conduct quality inspections to ensure all items meet company and customer quality standards.

② Oversee the handling of returned and damaged goods, analyze quality issues, and provide improvement recommendations.

③ Ensure proper storage conditions in the warehouse to maintain quality and safety standards.

3. Operations Optimization

① Participate in warehouse process optimization to enhance inventory management efficiency and reduce errors.

② Support ICQA Supervisor in analyzing data and implementing inventory control strategies.

③ Utilize data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI) to generate inventory and quality reports for management review.

4. Safety & Compliance

① Ensure all inventory control procedures comply with company safety policies and OSHA regulations.

② Participate in ICQA-related training sessions and knowledge sharing to improve team capabilities.

Qualifications:

1. Education: Associate’s degree or higher in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.

2.Work Experience: 1+ years of experience in warehouse inventory management or quality control, with a solid understanding of logistics and warehouse operations.

3.Experience in team management with the ability to lead and motivate employees to enhance performance.

4.Proficient in WMS (Warehouse Management System).

5.Strong analytical skills with the ability to make data-driven optimization decisions.

6.Excellent communication skills to coordinate outbound processes across departments.

7.Language Requirement: English proficiency as a working language is required; fluency in the local language and Chinese is preferred.

8. Others: Legally authorized to work in the United States.