Inventory Control Spec I (1st Shift)

Investor Relations; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultra Clean Technology is seeking an Inventory Control Specialist I in Austin, TX to manage inventory programs, improve accuracy and efficiency, and optimize turns. The role focuses on inventory analysis, cycle counts, and alignment with corporate purchasing strategies.

The position requires 3+ years as an inventory analyst, a Bachelor’s degree in business or related field, and preferred APICS certification. Strong Excel/Access skills and ERP experience are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business or equivalent experience.
• APICS certification preferred.
• 3+ years inventory analyst experience; cost accounting experience strongly preferred.
• Manufacturing experience as scheduler or planner is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manages inventory programs, including inventory estimates and analyses, maintenance of metrics tracked, reporting to management, and resolution of inventory issues that arise.
• Pro-Actively increases turns by customer product and meets corporate goals.
• Provides recommendations for purchasing strategies, inventory disposition, and inventory management.
• Bird-dog POs from a macro level for over-commits, cancels and push outs.
• Actively Manages the cycle count program, reconciliation, metrics and outside audits.
• ECN control and disposition follow up for affected material.
• Final review and reconciliation of work order variance and closure.
• Coordinates product transfers to other company manufacturing sites.

Skills

Excel

Access

MRP/ERP knowledge

Cost accounting

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/equivalent experience

APICS certification preferred

Tools

MRP/ERP system Visual

Job description

Join UCT and be part of the fastest-growing sector in the world ! We indirectly touch every semiconductor chip that goes into every smartphone, smart car, and device that uses artificial intelligence. This is a critical time for the semiconductor industry and for UCT - as technology evolves, we evolve with it. UCT is a diverse workplace where every talented employee is committed to continuous innovation, challenging the status quo and exceeding customer expectations. If you are a person with a relentless drive to succeed, a strong focus on quality with a passion for success –

UCT is looking for a talented Inventory Control Specialist I to join us in Austin, TX!

The Inventory Control Specialist I is responsible for managing inventory programs to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and alignment with corporate objectives. This role oversees inventory analysis, cycle count programs, and reporting, while proactively identifying opportunities to improve inventory turns and optimize purchasing strategies. The position also supports product transfers, variance reconciliation, and process improvements to maintain operational excellence.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manages inventory programs, including inventory estimates and analyses, maintenance of metrics tracked, reporting to management, and resolution of inventory issues that arise.
• Pro-Actively increases turns by customer product and meets corporate goals.
• Provides recommendations for purchasing strategies, inventory disposition, and inventory management.
• Bird-dog POs from a macro level for over-commits, cancels and push outs.
• Actively Manages the cycle count program, reconciliation, metrics and outside audits.
• ECN control and disposition follow up for affected material.
• Final review and reconciliation of work order variance and closure.
• Coordinates product transfers to other company manufacturing sites.

Other Duties

• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong presentation skills at all levels.
• Knowledge of cost accounting principles, procedures, and standards.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Strong Excel and Access skills.
• Working knowledge of MRP/ERP system – Visual a plus.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment across many levels of the organization, and on inter-site basis.

Educational/Certification Requirement:

• Bachelor’s degree in business/equivalent experience.
• APICS certification preferred.

Experience Requirement:

Work Experience:

• 3+ years inventory analyst experience. Cost accounting experience strongly preferred. Manufacturing experience as scheduler or planner a plus.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

Criteria:

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment.

Work Hours:

• Standard Office Hours.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to stand for sustained periods of time.
• Ability to move arms, hands and fingers.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Ability to lift over 25 lbs. with assistance.
• Ability to sit for sustained periods of time.
• Ability to Talk on phone and use computer for extended periods of time may be required.
• Subject to frequent interruptions.
• Required to wear personal protective equipment where applicable.
• May involve exposure to moderate noise levels from printers, faxes, computer etc.

Ultra Clean Technology is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, and any other characteristic protected under laws and regulations.

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