Inventory Control Specialist: Cycle Counts & Production

Aston Carter; Murfreesboro (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off

Job summary

Aston Carter is seeking an Inventory Control Specialist / Cycle Counter for a contract role in Murfreesboro, TN. You will perform daily cycle counts, reconcile variances, and maintain ERP records to support production planning.

The role requires 6+ months in inventory control or warehouse operations, attention to detail, and strong communication. Schedule is four 10-hour shifts, Monday through Thursday, with onsite duties and benefits for eligible temps.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of inventory control, cycle counting, warehouse, manufacturing, or related experience.
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn inventory management systems.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily cycle counts of raw materials, work-in-process, and finished goods inventory.
• Reconcile inventory variances and investigate discrepancies through system research and transaction history review.
• Maintain accurate inventory records within ERP systems.
• Support production planning activities, including work order management, scheduling, releases, and rescheduling as business needs change.
• Conduct audits of bills of materials, inventory locations, and backflush transactions to ensure system accuracy.
• Manage end-of-life inventory, including disposition and inventory adjustments.
• Troubleshoot inventory and material flow issues, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
• Partner with warehouse, production, procurement, and supply chain teams to ensure inventory availability and operational efficiency.
• Communicate inventory concerns, discrepancies, and corrective actions to stakeholders.
• Assist with receiving, shipping, and material handling activities as needed.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on inventory accuracy and process efficiency.

Skills

Inventory control

Cycle counting

Warehouse operations

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

ERP systems

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred

Tools

JD Edwards

Job description

Aston Carter is seeking an Inventory Control Specialist / Cycle Counter for a contract role in Murfreesboro, TN. You will perform daily cycle counts, reconcile variances, and maintain ERP records to support production planning.

The role requires 6+ months in inventory control or warehouse operations, attention to detail, and strong communication. Schedule is four 10-hour shifts, Monday through Thursday, with onsite duties and benefits for eligible temps.