Inventory Specialist - Lead

Diazyme Laboratories, Inc.; Poway (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Diazyme Laboratories, Inc. in Poway, CA is seeking an Inventory Specialist to monitor and maintain inventory levels, assist with MRP-driven planning, and coordinate with various facility vendors.

The role leads warehouse staff and supports efficient stock transfers to meet production needs, while ensuring safe, compliant operations. The position requires a high school diploma, basic computer and MS Excel skills, and the ability to work both independently and in a team.

Qualifications

• Requires ability to lead and direct subordinate employees.
• Basic knowledge of inventory planning and computer-based manufacturing systems.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Review material requirements based on MRP, Kanban, and reorder point inventory reports.
• Assist in identifying inventory to transfer to projects.
• Generate purchase requisitions to meet project and production requirements.
• Review purchased parts and bulk items using shortage reports.
• Set up min/max/reorder quantities for parts.
• Compile routine inventory reports.
• Assist in resolving obsolete and excess inventory.
• Direct daily assignments of staff in warehouse operations.
• Operate forklift as needed.
• Ensure compliance with laws and company procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Communication skills

Inventory planning

MRP knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Tools

MS Excel

MRP software

Job description

Job Summary

Diazyme, an affiliate of General Atomics, is a cGMP and ISO 13485 certified medical device manufacturer. Diazyme uses its proprietary enzyme technologies to develop diagnostic reagents which can be used on most automated chemistry analyzers in user-friendly formats. Their products include test kits for diagnosis of cardiovascular disease, liver disease, cancer markers, renal disease, diabetes, and electrolytes.

Job Summary

Diazyme, an affiliate of General Atomics, is a cGMP and ISO 13485 certified medical device manufacturer. Diazyme uses its proprietary enzyme technologies to develop diagnostic reagents which can be used on most automated chemistry analyzers in user-friendly formats. Their products include test kits for diagnosis of cardiovascular disease, liver disease, cancer markers, renal disease, diabetes, and electrolytes.

This position is responsible for the routine monitoring of inventory levels to meet project and production requirements. Assists in maintaining inputs to inventory systems. Reviews requirements and inventory levels and may assist in generating purchase requisitions as required. Processes transfer of stock, tracks shortages, and expedites as required. Assists with management of Company’s facility specific service vendors. Leads team members in both the Facility and Picking and Packing roles.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Reviews material requirements based on MRP, Kanban, and reorder point inventory reports.
• Assists in identifying common inventory to be transferred to projects.
• Assists in generating purchase requisitions to meet project(s) and production requirements.
• Reviews purchased parts and bulk items utilizing shortage reports and sales orders.
• Sets up min/max/reorder quantities for applicable parts.
• Compiles various routine inventory reports using appropriate computer system(s) or hard copy documents.
• Assists in the analysis and resolution of obsolete and excess inventory.
• Reviews unplanned issues from inventory.
• May assist in determining stock level replenishment requirements for Kanban locations on the production floor or stockroom.
• Responsible for management of Company warehouse, including organization and cleanliness.
• Researches various vendors in an effort to reduce costs for materials and supplies.
• Provides directions to staff with all facilities related functions including building repair ticket submission and facility related deliveries.
• Interacts with all facility vendors including deionized water suppliers, cold room service and supply vendors, air compressor and vacuum service vendors and any other building-related service vendor.
• Directs daily assignments of Picking and Packing stock control clerks in the preparation of daily product shipments.
• Ability to operate forklift.
• May respond to routine verbal and written requests for information from internal sources.
• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
• Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices
• Additional Functions Other duties as assigned or required

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Qualifications

• Typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
• The ability to lead and direct subordinate employees; and,
• Basic knowledge of computer operations, applications, word processing, and spreadsheets.
• The ability to work both independently and in a team environment is essential as is the ability to work extended hours as required.
• Must have a basic understanding of inventory planning and have a basic knowledge of computer based manufacturing systems and MRP.
• Must be customer focused and possess:
• The ability to identify issues and interpret data;
• Organization skills to maintain flow of work within the unit;
• Good interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills to interface with internal employees and to accurately document and report information

Job Type: Full-Time Hourly

Salary range: 42,000 - 62,250