Inventory Control & Receiving Spec.

New Way Auto Group; Scranton Township (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus potential

Life insurance

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid holidays

Paid time off (PTO)

401(k) with matching contributions

Tuition reimbursement

Smoke-free workplace

Drug-free workplace

Job summary

New Way Trucks is seeking an Inventory Control & Receiving Specialist in Scranton, IA to maintain accurate inventory records and support warehouse and production operations. You will receive, verify, label, organize, and store materials, and resolve discrepancies in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include ERP data entry, cycle counting, and collaboration with purchasing, production, shipping, and vendors.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail and accuracy in counting, recording and labeling inventory.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with inventory control, receiving, warehouse operations, or related manufacturing environments.
• Experience reading and interpreting purchase orders, packing slips, part numbers and labels.

Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, count, and verify incoming materials against POs and packing docs.
• Enter receiving and inventory transactions into ERP/warehouse management systems.
• Label, organize, stage, and store materials for put-away, picking and cycle counting.
• Monitor inventory levels, perform cycle counts, and reconcile discrepancies.
• Coordinate with purchasing, production, shipping, quality, and vendors to resolve issues.
• Prepare materials for return to vendors with required docs.
• Maintain clean, safe receiving and inventory areas and operate forklifts or hand trucks as trained.

Job description

Continuing to move Fearlessly Forward New Way Trucks was founded in 1971 in Scranton, IA. Today, New Way Trucks has multiple refuse production and parts facilities throughout Iowa and Mississippi, with equipment operating in all 50 states, as well as Canada, Latin America, Asia, and beyond. We combine small town values with cutting-edge technology to deliver excellence in heavy manufacturing. Come build your future with us at New Way Trucks.

We are currently seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Inventory Control & Receiving Specialist to join our Scranton, Iowa team. The Inventory Control & Receiving Specialist is responsible for maintaining accurate inventory records, receiving and verifying incoming materials, organizing stock locations, and supporting efficient warehouse and production operations. This role helps ensure materials are received, documented, stored, and available when needed while identifying and resolving inventory discrepancies in a timely manner.

Your Role in Our Mission:

• Receive, inspect, count, and verify incoming materials, supplies, and products against purchase orders, packing slips, bills of lading, and other receiving documentation.
• Enter receiving and inventory transactions accurately into the company’s ERP, inventory, or warehouse management system.
• Label, organize, stage, and store materials in designated locations to support efficient put-away, picking, cycle counting, and production needs.
• Monitor inventory levels, perform cycle counts, assist with physical inventories, and reconcile discrepancies between system records and physical stock.
• Identify, document, and communicate shortages, overages, damaged materials, incorrect shipments, and other inventory issues to the appropriate team members.
• Coordinate with purchasing, production, shipping, quality, and vendors to resolve receiving or inventory concerns.
• Prepare materials for return to vendors, including required documentation, packaging, and communication.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized receiving and inventory areas in accordance with company procedures and safety expectations.
• Operate material handling equipment, such as forklifts, pallet jacks, or hand trucks, as trained and authorized.
• Support continuous improvement efforts related to inventory accuracy, material flow, receiving processes, and warehouse organization.

To Perform this Job Successfully:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous experience in inventory control, receiving, warehouse operations, shipping/receiving, manufacturing, or a related environment preferred.
• Basic computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office applications and inventory, ERP, or warehouse management systems.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when counting, recording, labeling, and entering inventory information.
• Ability to read and interpret purchase orders, packing slips, part numbers, labels, and related documentation.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience working in a manufacturing, distribution, or production-support environment.
• Knowledge of inventory control practices, cycle counting, material handling, and receiving procedures.
• Experience with ERP or inventory systems such as Epicor, or similar systems.
• Ability to identify process gaps and recommend improvements that support inventory accuracy and operational efficiency.

Why New Way Trucks?

• Midwest Values: Integrity, hard work, and community from the core of our operations.
• Innovation at Heart: We are committed to staying ahead of the curve and continually investing in technology and our people.
• Competitive Benefit Package: We offer a wide array of benefits including: annual bonus potential, insurance (life, medical, dental, vision, paid holidays, PTO, 401(k) with matching contributions and tuition reimbursement. We provide our employees with a smoke-free, drug-free workplace.

Are you ready to build your future with New Way?

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