Inventory Control Specialist
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Noah Medical is seeking an Inventory Control Specialist to maintain accurate inventory records, perform weekly cycle counts, investigate discrepancies, and issue materials for production. You will collaborate with Production, Planning, Purchasing, and Warehouse teams to ensure on-time material availability and accurate ERP/MRP documentation.
The role emphasizes inventory accuracy, process improvement, and safe operation within a manufacturing environment in California.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Experience counting, researching inventory discrepancies and issuing materials to production.
- Ability to read part numbers and inventory documentation; experience with ERP/MRP systems.
Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate inventory records for raw materials, components, finished goods, and production supplies.
- Perform weekly cycle counts and reconcile physical inventory against system quantities.
- Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies and communicate significant variances to management.
- Issue materials to production work orders and ensure proper recording in ERP/MRP.
- Support inventory control procedures and continuous improvement initiatives.
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Job description
Noah Medical is building the future of medical robotics. Our next generation robotic platform targets early diagnosis and treatment of patients across multiple indications. We are looking for exceptional engineers and key team members. Our incredibly talented team of engineers, innovators, and industry leaders bring years of experience from the top healthcare companies in the world, including: Intuitive, Auris, Stryker, Johnson & Johnson, Boston Scientific, Verb Surgical, Mako, Think Surgical, Medrobotics, and Hansen. We are looking for talented, motivated and ambitious team members to revolutionize robotic surgery.
We are seeking a skilled Inventory control specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate inventory levels, ensuring the timely and accurate issuance of materials to production work orders, and supporting efficient manufacturing operations. This position will perform weekly cycle counts, investigate inventory discrepancies, maintain accurate inventory records, and work closely with Production, Purchasing, Planning, and Warehouse teams to ensure materials are available when needed. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, comfortable working in a manufacturing environment, and understands the importance of inventory accuracy and material control.
- Maintain accurate inventory records for raw materials, components, finished goods, and production supplies.
- Perform scheduled weekly cycle counts and reconcile physical inventory against system quantities.
- Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies, including shortages, overages, mislocations, and transaction errors.
- Identify inventory variances and communicate significant discrepancies to management.
- Monitor inventory levels and help identify potential shortages, excess inventory, and obsolete materials.
- Ensure materials are properly labeled, identified, stored, and organized.
- Maintain accurate inventory locations within the warehouse and manufacturing areas.
- Support periodic physical inventories and annual inventory audits.
- Issue raw materials, components, and other inventory to production work orders accurately and efficiently.
- Verify part numbers, quantities, lot numbers, serial numbers, and other required material information before issuing materials.
- Ensure all material transactions are properly recorded in the ERP/MRP system.
- Stage materials for production according to work orders and production schedules.
- Coordinate with Production and Planning to ensure required materials are available when needed.
- Return unused materials from completed work orders to the appropriate inventory locations.
- Process material transfers between inventory locations as required.
- Investigate and resolve material shortages that could impact production schedules.
- Maintain a high level of inventory accuracy through proper transaction control and physical organization.
- Identify recurring inventory discrepancies and recommend corrective actions.
- Assist in developing and maintaining inventory control procedures and work instructions.
- Ensure inventory transactions are completed accurately and in a timely manner.
- Assist with root-cause analysis of inventory discrepancies and implement corrective actions.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives related to inventory accuracy, warehouse organization, and material flow.
- Maintain accurate inventory documentation and records.
- Follow established company procedures for inventory control, material handling, and work order transactions.
- Ensure proper traceability of materials, including lot and serial number tracking when applicable.
- Follow all company safety policies and procedures while handling and moving materials.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- 2+ years of experience in inventory control, warehouse operations, material handling, or a manufacturing environment preferred.
- Experience performing cycle counts and researching inventory discrepancies.
- Experience issuing materials to production work orders.
- Experience using an ERP/MRP or inventory management system.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to accurately count, record, and reconcile inventory.
- Ability to read and understand part numbers, work orders, bills of materials, and inventory documentation.
- Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Excel.
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with Production, Purchasing, Planning, and Warehouse teams.
- Experience working in a manufacturing or production environment.
- Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, NetSuite, Oracle, Epicor, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar systems.
- Experience with lot and serial number tracking.
- Experience with Lean Manufacturing, 6S, or continuous improvement practices.
- Forklift or other material-handling equipment certification.
- Strong Excel skills, including sorting, filtering, and basic formulas.
- Ability to regularly stand, walk, bend, reach, and lift materials in a manufacturing/warehouse environment.
- Ability to lift and move materials weighing up to approximately 50 pounds, with assistance for heavier materials as required.
- Ability to work safely around manufacturing equipment, warehouse operations, and production personnel.
- Ability to perform repetitive counting and material-handling activities.
Success in this position may be measured by:
- Inventory accuracy percentage.
- Completion of weekly cycle counts on schedule.
- Number and frequency of inventory discrepancies.
- Accuracy of material issued to production work orders.
- Timeliness of material issuance and staging.
- Reduction of production downtime caused by material shortages.
- Accuracy of ERP/MRP inventory transactions.
- Proper material organization and location accuracy.
This position works closely with:
- Production
- Production Planning
- Purchasing
- Warehouse/Shipping & Receiving
- Quality
- Engineering
- Operations Management
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The Pay Range for this position is listed. Noah Medical offers a comprehensive benefits package including: competitive pay, health insurance, 401K and stock purchase plans, tuition reimbursement, paid time off plus holidays, and a flexible approach to work with remote, hybrid, field or office work schedules. Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual's skills, experience, education, and other job-related factors such as location as permitted by law. Total compensation may also include additional forms of incentives.
$31 — $39 USD
- Competitive Salary
- Comprehensive health insurance including Medical, Dental and Vision + HSA and FSA options
- Equity & Bonus Program
- Life Insurance (company paid & supplemental) and Disability insurance
- Mental health support through medical insurance programs
- Legal and Pet Insurance
- 12+ paid holidays, Flexible Time Off + Sick Time
- Paid parental leave
- In-office snacks and beverages
- In-office lunch stipend
- Learning & Development Opportunities: On-demand online training and book reimbursement
- Team building and company organized social and celebration events
Noah Medical may offer remote, hybrid, or onsite work arrangements within the state of California depending on the specific team and/or role where applicable.
Noah Medical is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to ensuring an inclusive environment for our employees. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex or gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, physical or mental disability, marital or protected military or veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws.
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