Inventory Control Specialist

Interstate Plastics, Inc.; California (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an award-winning and environmentally sustainable organization as an Inventory Control Specialist in California. You will play a key role in maintaining accurate inventory levels in a fast-paced distribution environment, ensuring smooth operations and customer satisfaction. We're looking for detail-oriented candidates with experience in inventory management and ERP systems who are ready to contribute to our innovative team.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of inventory control or warehouse experience.
• Forklift certification required.
• Familiarity with performance plastics is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain inventory records using ERP systems.
• Perform cycle counts and reconcile discrepancies.
• Collaborate with teams to resolve order fulfillment issues.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in supply chain or logistics

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Come build the future with us.Interstate Advanced Materialsis seeking an Inventory Control Specialistat our Sacramento, California,facility.At Interstate Advanced Materials, we support the professional growth of our employees while providing exceptional service to our customers. We are a wholesale distributor and fabricator of high-performance plastic sheet, rod, tube, and film serving industries such as aerospace, defense, semiconductor, medical, food processing, automotive, agriculture, and more.


Headquartered in Sacramento, CA, our family-owned company employs over 170 team members across seven states. As an environmentally sustainable and award-winning organization, we are committed to solving customer challenges through innovation, dedication, and collaboration. If you’re passionate about doing your best work at a company that values your contributions, we want to hear from you.

Position Summary

The Inventory Control Specialist plays a key role in maintaining accurate inventory levels of high-performance plastic materials and products within a fast-paced distribution environment. This position ensures all inventory transactions are accurately recorded and reconciled, supporting smooth warehouse operations, on-time order fulfillment, and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate inventory records of performance plastic sheet, rod, tube, and film products in ERP systems
• Perform routine cycle counts and physical inventories to identify discrepancies and reconcile variances
• Investigate root causes of inventory errors and collaborate with warehouse, shipping, and purchasing teams to correct issues
• Monitor inbound and outbound material flow to ensure proper documentation and handling procedures are followed
• Analyze inventory trends and usage patterns to support forecasting and stock level optimization
• Assist in developing and refining inventory control processes and SOPs to support accuracy and efficiency
• Collaborate with customer service and sales teams to resolve order fulfillment issues related to stock availability
• Ensure compliance with internal inventory control standards and industry best practices
• Support warehouse staff during high-volume periods and participate in special projects as needed

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree or coursework in supply chain or logistics preferred
• 2+ years of inventory control or warehouse experience, preferably in a distribution or plastics-related environment
• Forklift certification is required
• Working knowledge of ERP or WMS systems (e.g., SYSPRO, Prophet 21, SAP, Oracle, etc.)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a high attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and basic data analysis
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Familiarity with performance plastics and handling requirements is a plus
• Ability to lift and move materials up to [e.g., 50 lbs] and operate material handling equipment as needed

Work Environment

• Warehouse and distribution center environment with exposure to material storage, cutting equipment, and forklifts
• May require standing, lifting, and walking for extended periods
• Occasional overtime or weekend work during inventory counts or peak seasons