Inventory Specialist I

KONGSBERG US; Johnstown (Cambria County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) matching

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Schedule

Job summary

Kongsberg Defense & Aerospace, Inc. is seeking an Inventory Specialist I in Johnstown, PA to support manufacturing by ensuring accurate receipt, storage, and issuance of materials. You will help keep production on track by maintaining stock levels and assisting with packing and shipping as needed.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment, and willing to operate forklifts and pallet jacks. A high school diploma and basic office skills are required.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.
• 6 months inventory related experience required.
• Must be able to certify on forklift, pallet jack, and other powered industrial trucks.

Responsibilities

• Count, sort, or weigh materials to verify against production orders.
• Store and organize items by material type and policy.
• Fill work orders and production orders from pick lists.
• Operate forklifts and hand trucks to move materials.
• Maintain FIFO inventory in ERP system and stock records.
• Assist shipping/receiving as needed.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory control

Team collaboration

Quality assurance

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP system

Job description

KDA, Inc, headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia, has been operating in the United States for more than 20 years. We produce world-leading Remote Weapon Systems (RWS) for the US Army, Marine Corps, and allies at our Johnstown, Pennsylvania factory. We have delivered more than 20,000 PROTECTOR RWS to 28 countries. The National Advanced Surface-to-Air System (NASAMS) is a highly mobile and tailorable capability that protects the airspace of 13 countries and Washington, DC. In 2027, we will do final assembly, test, and sustainment of the Naval Strike Missile and Joint Strike Missile systems at a new factory in southern Virginia.

Join us, and you’ll be part of a high performing team that develops advanced technology solutions to protect people and critical infrastructure in countries around the world. Explore your potential and discover what your future could be with Kongsberg Defense & Aerospace, Inc.

At Kongsberg Defense & Aerospace, Inc., every component matters. As an Inventory Specialist I in Johnstown, PA, you will play a vital role in supporting manufacturing operations by ensuring materials, supplies, and finished goods are accurately received, stored, tracked, and issued. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced production environment and takes pride in maintaining inventory accuracy, preparing production kits, and helping keep critical manufacturing activities running efficiently. Your work will directly support the delivery of advanced defense technologies that serve customers around the world.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Count, sort, or weigh if discrepancy when filling Production Orders / Work Orders.
• Mark identifying codes and information of material lots per policy and procedure.
• Store articles in bins, on floor, or on shelves, according to identifying information such as style, size, or type of material.
• Fill Work Orders, Production Orders by pick list or issue supplies from stock while maintaining database.
• Sign router with employee number to verify that quality control and count accuracy has been completed.
• Distribute stock among production workers and move or transport materials or supplies to other departments.
• Utilize computer system for adjustments of inventory counts, stock records, location changes, and damaged goods.
• Receive and stock work in process (WIP) finished goods. Maintain an accurate running inventory of all finished goods.
• Maintain accurate inventory and other stock records in the ERP system while practicing FIFO.
• Maintain good intercompany communication with all departments. Production/Planning/Procurement/Quality.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks to move, convey or hoist material for kitting.

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION:

• High School Diploma/general education degree (GED) required.

REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPEREINCE:

• 6 months inventory related experience required.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a team is necessary.
• Must be able to certify on and use daily Fork Trucks, Pallet Jacks and other powered industrial trucks.

ANY ADDITIONAL, PERIODIC OR OCCASIONAL DUTIES:

• Perform activities necessary to support production requirements for finished goods.
• Fill parts shortages as required.
• Perform “Return to Stock” procedures as required.
• Assist shipping and receiving, when required, to include loading and off-loading.

MINIMUM LEARNING TIME FOR THIS POSITION:

• 6 months(+).

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS OF THE JOB:

• Ability to concentrate, follow attention to detail, multi-task, and use independent judgment and discretion.
• Frequently required to see, hear, sit, stand stoop, kneel, crouch, walk, bend/reach, climb ladders, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls, and reach with hands and arms.
• Regularly required to communicate through both verbal and written communication.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Operation of fork truck.
• Ability to work with fine detail and distinguish color.

OTHER POSITION CONSIDERATIONS:

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Valid Driver’s License.

BENEFITS:

• Health Insurance: Employer paid premiums, 100%
  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401(k) matching
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Sick Time Off
• Flexible Schedule

U.S. PERSON REQUIREMENT: “To comply with U.S. national security requirements mandated under the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Kongsberg Defense & Aerospace, Inc. will consider only applicants who are U.S. Persons for this position.” OR “Applicant must be a U.S. Person within the meaning of United States International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) governing export control.” “A U.S. Person is a United States Citizen or National, Lawful Permanent Resident, Lawful Temporary Resident, Refugee or Asylee.”

Kongsberg Defense & Aerospace, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. Kongsberg Defense & Aerospace, Inc. provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.