Inventory Control Specialist

6K Additive, Inc.; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision coverage fromDay

Paid time off

Education reimbursement

Job summary

6K Additive, Inc. is seeking an Inventory Control Specialist to ensure inventory accuracy, lot traceability, and smooth material movements. The role is 50% warehouse work and 50% computer-based transactions, reporting to the Planning & Production Control Manager.

The position requires coordinating with multiple departments, leading cycle counts, and maintaining ISO/AS quality compliance. Familiarity with NetSuite and hazardous materials handling is a plus.

Qualifications

• Experience in inventory control, warehousing, logistics, or manufacturing operations.
• Ability to coordinate inventory activities across departments.
• Experience with ERP systems like NetSuite.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate inventory records and execute receipts, issues, transfers, and adjustments.
• Lead incoming material check-in and coordinate quality inspections.
• Coordinate inter-site transfers and external movements with proper traceability.
• Perform cycle counts and investigate variances.
• Support shipping/receiving and act as backup Shipper.

Skills

Inventory control

Attention to detail

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

NetSuite / ERP

Job description

6K Additive, Inc. specializes in converting sustainably sourced scrap metals into AM metal powder and Alloy additions. Our technology is transforming engineered materials into revolutionary products that advance industries across additive manufacturing, renewable energy, aerospace, consumer electronics, and more.

We are actively seeking team members who would bring a strong work ethic and personal integrity to our fast-paced dynamic environment and are looking for an opportunity to challenge the boundaries of traditional manufacturing.

To support our continued growth, we are seeking a hands-on Inventory Control Specialist . The position will report directly to the Planning & Production Control Manager.

The Inventory Control Specialist is a hands-on individual contributor responsible for inventory accuracy, lot traceability, material movements, and day-to-day inventory operations. The position is approximately 50% physical warehouse and material-handling work and 50% computer-based inventory transactions, reconciliation, reporting, and coordination; the balance may vary with business needs. The role also supports Shipping and Receiving and serves as a trained backup to the Shipper.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate inventory records and execute timely inventory transactions, including receipts, issues, transfers, adjustments, and material movements in the ERP system.
• Lead incoming material check-in; verify shipment quantities, identification, documentation, and condition, and coordinate material submission for Quality inspection and approval.
• Coordinate inter-site material transfers and external movements, including outside conversion and business-unit transfers, with appropriate documentation and traceability.
• Organize and conduct cycle counts; investigate variances, reconcile records, communicate findings, and support corrective actions.
• Coordinate the handling and consolidation of scrap solids and scrap powder in accordance with established procedures.
• Monitor inventory storage and organization for raw materials, purchased parts, and finished goods; help maintain material identification and lot traceability.
• Partner with Accounting and relevant departments to document and coordinate damaged, obsolete, or otherwise dispositioned inventory; obtain required approvals before adjustments or write-offs.
• Support raw material vetting processes and follow established receiving and inventory procedures.
• Provide cross-trained backup coverage for the Shipper in shipping and receiving, including receiving check-in, outbound order preparation, packaging, labeling, staging, shipment documentation, and loading/unloading as trained and authorized; follow applicable shipping and hazmat requirements.
• Load and unload materials as needed using approved handling methods and equipment for which qualified.
• Independently prioritize daily inventory activities and coordinate with Planning, Production, Quality, and Shipping; identify issues, communicate priorities, and recommend process improvements.
• Follow site safety procedures, housekeeping requirements, and applicable quality-management procedures; promptly report unsafe conditions.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Relevant experience in inventory control, warehousing, logistics, or manufacturing operations; ability to independently coordinate inventory activities.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to use inventory systems and standard office software, and to work effectively across departments.

Required Qualifications:

• Experience with NetSuite or another ERP inventory system.
• Experience with metals, metal powders, lot-controlled materials, or multi-site inventory movements.
• Knowledge of ISO/AS quality systems, hazardous-material shipping requirements, and powered material-handling equipment.

Manufacturing and warehouse environments, including indoor and outdoor work. Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, and material handling; lifting or moving up to 50 pounds as required, with appropriate assistance and equipment. Primarily Monday–Friday, with occasional overtime or weekend support based on business needs.

• 100% employer-paid benefits (medical, dental, vision) starting day one.
• Paid time off and nine paid company holidays
• Yearly paid Education & Certification Reimbursement program