Inventory & Materials Control Specialist

Socket.dev; Muscatine (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Kent Worldwide in Muscatine, IA is hiring for an inventory-focused role. The successful candidate will support inventory accuracy, material movement, and daily plant operations. This position emphasizes safety, organized stockrooms, and reliable recordkeeping.

You will receive, inspect, store, and distribute materials, maintain records, and coordinate safe material handling. A strong eye for detail and teamwork are essential to success in this role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years in storekeeping, inventory control, or similar warehouse role with safety focus.
• Experience with inventory management, stockroom operations, and data entry systems.

Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, unload, store, and distribute materials with accurate inventory records.
• Maintain inventory accuracy through receipt processing, cycle counting, and stock control procedures.
• Inspect deliveries for damage or discrepancies and coordinate resolutions.
• Manage stock rotation and disposition of surplus, obsolete, or damaged items.
• Coordinate freight and support safe movement of materials and equipment.
• Organize stockroom materials: packing, labeling, shelving, and prep for use.
• Maintain a clean, organized storeroom and adhere to safety standards.
• Promote safety practices and a culture of safe work habits.

Skills

Inventory control

Data entry

Forklift operation

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Kent Worldwide in Muscatine, IA is hiring for an inventory-focused role. The successful candidate will support inventory accuracy, material movement, and daily plant operations. This position emphasizes safety, organized stockrooms, and reliable recordkeeping.

You will receive, inspect, store, and distribute materials, maintain records, and coordinate safe material handling. A strong eye for detail and teamwork are essential to success in this role.