Inventory Warehouse Specialist - Velva, ND

VetJobs; Velva (ND); On-site; USD 71,635,000 - 77,146,000; Full time

Job summary

ADM Velva, ND is seeking an Inventory/Warehouse Specialist to ensure accurate material control, safe handling, and efficient warehouse operations supporting maintenance activities.

You'll maintain inventory records, perform cycle counts, coordinate parts for shutdowns, operate forklifts, and uphold safety and regulatory standards in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2–5 years of warehouse, inventory control, or storeroom experience in an industrial setting.
• Experience with CMMS/ERP systems preferred.
• Proficiency with MS Office and inventory management software.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate inventory records for maintenance parts, consumables, and tools.
• Perform cycle counts and audits to ensure stock accuracy.
• Coordinate material staging for planned maintenance shutdowns.
• Receive, inspect, and store incoming materials and equipment.
• Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment safely.
• Maintain compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Prioritization

Reading manuals

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SAP PM

Maximo

Infor EAM

ERP software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.

Job Summary

The Inventory/Warehouse Specialist is responsible for managing maintenance-related inventory, warehouse operations, and material control activities that support the safe and efficient operation of the plant. This position serves as a critical link between the Maintenance, Operations, Procurement, and Reliability teams by ensuring the availability, accuracy, and proper storage of maintenance, repair, and operating (MRO) materials, spare parts, tools, and equipment required to maintain continuous plant operations.

The Inventory/Warehouse Specialist maintains inventory integrity, coordinates material receipts and issues, supports preventive and corrective maintenance activities, and ensures compliance with company safety, environmental, and quality standards.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Inventory Management

• Maintain accurate inventory records for maintenance of spare parts, consumables, tools, lubricants, and critical equipment components.
• Perform cycle counts, physical inventories, and inventory audits to ensure stock accuracy.
• Monitor inventory levels and generate replenishment requests based on established minimum/maximum stocking levels.
• Identify obsolete, excess, or damaged inventory and recommend corrective actions.
• Ensure proper identification, labeling, and tracking of all warehouse materials.
• Maintain computerized inventory records using CMMS, ERP, or inventory management systems.

Maintenance Support

• Issue and receive spare parts and materials for preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance of work orders.
• Coordinate material staging for planned maintenance shutdowns, turnarounds, and capital projects.
• Assist maintenance planners and supervisors with identifying and sourcing required parts and materials.
• Verify receipt of maintenance-related shipments against purchase orders and packing slips.
• Maintain critical spare parts inventories to support plant reliability and reduce downtime.

Warehouse Operations

• Receive, inspect, unload, and store incoming materials and equipment.
• Organize warehouse locations to maximize efficiency, accessibility, and inventory accuracy.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment safely.
• Maintain housekeeping standards throughout warehouse and storage areas (bone yard).
• Coordinate shipment of materials, repairs, warranty returns, and vendor returns.
• Ensure proper storage and handling of chemicals, lubricants, and hazardous materials in accordance with safety and environmental regulations.

Procurement and Vendor Coordination

• Collaborate with purchasing personnel to expedite critical maintenance materials.
• Track open purchase orders and delivery schedules.
• Communicate with vendors regarding shipment status, shortages, and discrepancies.
• Assist in evaluating vendor performance and inventory optimization opportunities.
• Support sourcing efforts for specialized industrial and process equipment components.

Safety, Environmental, and Regulatory Compliance

• Follow all plant safety procedures, lockout/tagout requirements, and warehouse safety practices.
• Maintain compliance with OSHA, environmental, food/feed safety, ADM policies.
• Participate in safety meetings, audits, inspections, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Report unsafe conditions, inventory discrepancies, and equipment issues promptly.
• Ensure proper documentation and storage of regulated materials.

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2-5 years of warehouse, inventory control, maintenance of storeroom, or industrial supply experience.
• Experience working in a manufacturing, industrial processing, agricultural processing, biodiesel, renewable fuels, chemical, or food processing environment preferred.
• Proficiency with computerized inventory systems, ERP software, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to read equipment manuals, parts catalogs, technical drawings, and purchase documentation.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced production environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with CMMS platforms such as SAP PM, Maximo, Infor EAM, or similar maintenance management systems.
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification.

Knowledge Of Industrial Maintenance Spare Parts Including

• Pumps
• Motors
• Gearboxes
• Bearings
• Valves
• Instrumentation
• Electrical components
• Hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Understanding reliability-centered maintenance and critical spare parts management.
• APICS, CPIM, or inventory management certification is a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb stairs, and work in warehouse and industrial environments for extended periods.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hat, safety glasses, steel-toed boots, hearing protection, and respiratory protection when required.

Work Conditions

This position works in both warehouse and industrial production settings. Exposure to moving machinery, dust, elevated work areas, chemicals, oils, lubricants, and varying temperatures may occur. Strict adherence to safety, environmental, and operational procedures is required.

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.

If hired, employees will be in an "at-will position" and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

The Pay For This Position Is Expected To Be

$26.00/hour

City*

Velva

State*

North Dakota

Job_Category

Warehouse

Job Code

Manufacturing Manufacturing

Affiliate Sponsor

ADM

Minimum Education Required

High School/GED