Inventory Control Specialist - FIFO & ERP

C.H. Guenther; Elk Grove (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings options

Flexible spending accounts

Employee assistance programs

Parental leave

Paid time off

Company-paid holidays

Job summary

C.H. Guenther & Son is seeking a Material Coordinator in Elk Grove, CA to ensure accurate inventory of products, materials, and raw ingredients. The role will align physical stock with the ERP, investigate discrepancies, and work with Purchasing and Production to optimize material flow using FIFO.

The position requires forklift operation experience, ERP familiarity, and strong attention to detail, with safety and food-safety standards guiding daily tasks.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• 2 years’ relevant shipping and receiving work experience required.
• 1-2 years' inventory experience preferred.
• 1-2 years’ experience operating Forklift / Industrial Equipment.
• 1-2 years’ experience using ERP system and/or chosen software.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily inventory counts and ensure accuracy in system and physical inventory.
• Print and apply pallet tags to all manufactured product.
• Maintain FIFO consumption of raw materials and report discrepancies.
• Support production with materials and ensure proper storage and organization.

Skills

Communication

Math skills

Computer literacy

Excel skills

Analytical thinking

Detail oriented

Problem solving

Team player

Self-motivated

Punctuality

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED preferred

2 years’ shipping and receiving experience

1-2 years inventory experience preferred

1-2 years forklift/industrial equipment experience

1-2 years ERP system experience

Fluent in English preferred

Tools

ERP software

RF scanner

Inventory management system

Job description

C.H. Guenther & Son is seeking a Material Coordinator in Elk Grove, CA to ensure accurate inventory of products, materials, and raw ingredients. The role will align physical stock with the ERP, investigate discrepancies, and work with Purchasing and Production to optimize material flow using FIFO.

The position requires forklift operation experience, ERP familiarity, and strong attention to detail, with safety and food-safety standards guiding daily tasks.