Inventory Control Specialist - 1st Shift

L T Hampel Corp; Village of Germantown (WI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Company-paid life insurance

Short-term disability

Career advancement opportunities

Collaborative culture

50+ years of manufacturing excellence

Job summary

Hampel Corporation in Germantown, WI is seeking an Inventory Control Specialist to join our Distribution team. The role focuses on cycle counting, inventory reconciliation, and ensuring data accuracy across locations.

You will work with ERP systems, assist multiple departments, and participate in kaizen projects while operating select material handling equipment. We value detail-orientation, teamwork, and a proactive approach to inventory control.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of shipping, receiving, or inventory control experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Demonstrated ability to be a strong team player.
• Strong computer skills and basic understanding of ERP and the production process.
• Prior inventory control and cycle counting experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in shipping and receiving in a fast-paced setting.
• Excellent communication skills and positive attitude with ability to adapt to changing priorities.
• Customer focus with aptitude for learning part numbers.

Responsibilities

• Perform random cycle counts of product on a daily basis based on ABC classification.
• Reconcile variances found during the cycle counts and make corrections.
• Compile inventory accuracy details based on cycle counting.
• Reconcile negative inventory issues and discrepancies.
• Provide feedback to functional groups on gaps to inventory control compliance for quick resolution and permanent corrective actions.
• Lead and participate in kaizen events for continuous improvement in inventory control and material transactions.
• Operate forklift and scissor lift during daily duties.
• Perform daily housekeeping tasks as required.
• Correctly use inventory control system to move product between locations.
• Complete daily scan gun audits.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

ERP knowledge

Shipping/receiving

Inventory control

Communication skills

Customer focus

Tools

ERP system

Job description

Hampel Corporation is a growing thermoforming manufacturer with more than 50 years of experience creating innovative solutions for customers across agriculture, industrial, sanitation, recreation, and other markets. Our products are trusted throughout North America and beyond, helping solve real-world challenges every day.

At Hampel, you'll have the opportunity to make an impact, contribute new ideas, and grow alongside a team that values collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. We're building on a strong foundation, investing in the future, and looking for people who are excited to grow with us.

We are seeking an Inventory Control Specialist to join our Distribution team. The Inventory Control Specialist will conduct cycle counts on a daily basis, bin validations, appropriate system research and transactions to document root cause of inventory discrepancies while assisting all departments.

What You’ll Do

• Perform random cycle counts of product on a daily basis based on ABC classification.
• Reconcile variances found during the cycle counts and make corrections.
• Compile inventory accuracy detail based on the cycle counting.
• Reconcile negative inventory issues and discrepancies.
• Provide feedback to appropriate functional groups on gaps to inventory control compliance issues for quick resolution and permanent corrective actions.
• Lead and participate in projects/kaizen events for continuous improvement in inventory control and material transactions.
• Operate forklift and scissor lift during daily duties.
• Perform daily housekeeping tasks as required.
• Correctly use inventory control system to move product between locations.
• Complete daily scan gun audits.

What We’re Looking For

• 2+ years of shipping, receiving, or inventory control experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong attention to detail/accuracy.
• Demonstrated ability to be a strong team player.
• Strong computer skills and basic understanding of ERP and the production process.
• Prior work experience in inventory control and cycle counting in a manufacturing environment.
• Previous shipping and receiving experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills, positive attitude and ability to change priorities quickly and remain positive.
• Customer focused with a strong aptitude for quickly learning part numbers.

Why Join Us

At Hampel, we know our success starts with our people. That's why we're committed to providing a workplace where employees feel supported, challenged, and empowered to grow. As a member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while helping build innovative products used throughout the world.

We offer:

• Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match to help you plan for the future
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability
• Opportunities for career advancement, leadership development, and internal promotion
• A collaborative culture where your ideas are valued and continuous improvement is encouraged
• The stability of a growing company with more than 50 years of manufacturing excellence