Inventory Control Specialist — Steel & Metals

Tampa Bay Steel Inc; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Tampa Bay Steel Inc. in Tampa, FL, is seeking an Inventory Clerk to maintain accurate counts of all inventory items and resolve discrepancies in a fast-paced steel service center.

The role requires experience with calipers, micrometers, and reading mill certs, plus the ability to lift 50 lbs and operate forklifts safely; you will support annual and physical inventories and keep detailed records.

Qualifications

• Experience in a steel service center or metals warehouse.
• Ability to use calipers, micrometers, tape measures, and verify tolerances.
• Familiarity with carbon, alloy, stainless, and structural steel.
• Strong understanding of grades, gauges, lengths, and common steel terminology.
• Ability to read mill certs and identify material by spec.
• Comfortable using inventory software.
• Able to lift 50+ lbs. and work in a warehouse environment.
• Detail‑driven, reliable, and organized.
• Strong documentation habits and problem‑solving skills.
• Forklift and overhead crane operation; safe rigging practices.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate counts of all inventory items.
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies, shortages, and receiving errors.
• Perform cycle counts and reconcile discrepancies with Operations leadership.
• Update inventory on the ERP systems with adjustments.
• Assist management team during annual inventory preparations and physical inventory.
• Provide and maintain log of inventory discrepancies and adjustments.
• This role operates inside an active steel service center with overhead cranes and processing equipment.

Skills

Inventory management

Attention to detail

Documentation

Problem solving

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Inventory software

Forklift operation

Job description

Tampa Bay Steel Inc. in Tampa, FL, is seeking an Inventory Clerk to maintain accurate counts of all inventory items and resolve discrepancies in a fast-paced steel service center.

The role requires experience with calipers, micrometers, and reading mill certs, plus the ability to lift 50 lbs and operate forklifts safely; you will support annual and physical inventories and keep detailed records.