Inventory Control Specialist

Plenus Group Inc; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Plenus Group Inc, a growing Lowell, MA, food manufacturer, is seeking an Inventory Control Specialist to ensure inventory accuracy from receipt through production and shipment. The role supports cross-functional teams while upholding HACCP standards.

You will perform cycle counts, manage ERP transactions, assist with material flow on the production floor, and help with audits and cost tracking in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School degree or equivalent.
• 2+ years in inventory control, manufacturing, warehouse, or related role.
• Fluent in English; Spanish knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate inventory balances across locations and cycles.
• Monitor ERP transactions and ensure accurate closeouts.
• Provide production floor support and material flow optimization.
• Support cost tracking, audits, and management information systems.
• Develop inventory procedures and train staff on processes.

Skills

Inventory control

Excel

Attention to detail

Independent work

Forklift operation

Education

High School diploma

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: 101 Phoenix Ave - Lowell, MA 01852

Salary Range: $24.00 - $28.00 Hourly

COME GROW WITH US!

We're looking for talented individuals who share our passion for food and are ready to contribute to our continued success. We offer a collaborative and supportive environment where you can develop your skills and advance your career.

WHO WE ARE

We're a dynamic and growing food manufacturer specializing in an extensive line of soups, sauces, and specialty food items. Our passion lies in providing restaurants and grocery stores with delicious, high-quality products that help them delight their customers.

OUR MISSION

To produce quality, culinary-driven products and to be a valued supplier and business partner to our customers.

HOW THIS ROLE WILL SUPPORT OUR MISSION

The Inventory Control Specialist plays a key role in supporting Plenus Group’s commitment to quality, food safety, and operational excellence. This position ensures inventory accuracy from receipt through production and shipment, helping keep materials flowing smoothly and production running efficiently. By maintaining reliable inventory data, supporting cross-functional teams, and upholding food safety and HACCP standards, the Inventory Control Specialist helps minimize waste, control costs, and ensure our soups and sauces are produced consistently and delivered with confidence. This role is essential to protecting product integrity, supporting informed decision-making, and enabling Plenus Group to deliver on its promise of excellence to customers.

WHAT YOU’LL DO -

Inventory Accuracy & Control

• Maintain accurate inventory balances across all locations based on goods received, produced, consumed, damaged, disposed, or shipped.
• Conduct and oversee routine cycle counts and weekly/monthly physical inventories; investigate and resolve variances.
• Perform regular bin cleanouts, location audits, and inventory housekeeping.
• Ensure inventory procedures are followed consistently and participate in continuous improvement initiatives.

ERP Transactions & Reporting

• Monitor ERP inventory transactions and resolve failed or incomplete receipts.
• Ensure daily production consumption and batch closeouts are completed accurately; investigate, correct, and document missed or incorrect transactions.
• Review work order transactions and coordinate with Production and Warehouse to resolve discrepancies and ensure accurate closeout.
• Coordinate with Purchasing, Warehouse, and Accounts Payable to ensure records are aligned.
• Prepare and distribute daily, weekly, monthly, and ad-hoc inventory reports.

Production & Floor Support

• Provide production floor coverage for consumption and inventory activities, including backup coverage during absences.
• Support material flow to production to minimize downtime and ensure correct materials are available at point of use.
• Assist with physical movement of inventory as needed.

Financial & Operational Support

• Support Finance, Operations, and Purchasing to ensure product costs are accurately captured in inventory and cost of goods sold.
• Assist with inventory-related audits, reconciliations, and investigations.
• Support administration of inventory- and production-related management information systems.

Training & Cross-Functional Support

• Develop and maintain inventory-related procedures and training materials.
• Train new and existing employees on inventory processes and best practices.
• Assist Operations, Purchasing, Warehouse, and Finance with ad-hoc projects as needed.

Qualifications WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

We're looking for someone who shares our passion for great food and our commitment to doing things the right way. At PGI Foods, we value teamwork, integrity, and a spirit of continuous improvement. If you - do too..

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• HIgh School degree or equivalent required.
• 2+ years of experience in inventory control, manufacturing, warehouse, or related operational role preferred.
• Strong understanding of inventory control in a manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of ERP systems and inventory transactions.
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills preferred.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and comfortable working independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to operate warehouse equipment (pallet jacks, forklifts) or willingness to obtain certification.
• Fluent in English, knowledge of Spanish a plus.
• Schedule: 9AM - 5PM

PGI Foods is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. PGI Foods strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, sex (including pregnancy), age, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.