Project Parts Controller

Kelly Services; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Retirement savings plan

Paid holidays and sick leave

Job summary

Kelly Services in Duluth, MN is seeking a Project Parts Controller to organize materials, inventory, and information to keep projects on schedule. This role requires strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.

The position involves coordinating materials, tracking shortages, and maintaining accurate ERP records. It offers a long-term path with potential for permanent placement and a pay rate of $25 to $30 per hour, based on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in inventory control, manufacturing, warehouse operations, project coordination, purchasing, or related environments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and ERP or MRP systems.
• Education is welcomed, but relevant skills and experience will be key to success.
• Honesty, accountability and ownership in daily work.
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks with attention to detail and organization.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate project materials and ensure availability to support timelines and milestones.
• Track inventory, material availability, shortages, and project readiness.
• Communicate updates, risks, and priorities with project teams and stakeholders.
• Manage material transfers between warehouses, production areas, and project locations.
• Monitor inventory accuracy and investigate discrepancies as needed.
• Maintain ERP transactions, inventory records, and reporting with high accuracy.
• Support cycle counts, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Respond quickly to urgent material needs and resolve shortages to protect schedules.
• Maintain organized, compliant, and audit-ready inventory processes.

Skills

Inventory control

Project coordination

Purchasing

Supply chain

Warehouse operations

Microsoft Excel

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Are you the kind of person who thrives on keeping things organized, solving problems, and making sure nothing falls through the cracks? Do you enjoy being the person others rely on to keep projects moving forward? If so, this could be a great opportunity for you.

We're looking for a Project Parts Controller to support a variety of innovative projects by ensuring materials, inventory, and information are accurate, organized, and available when needed. This role is ideal for someone who takes pride in their work, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and can confidently manage multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of accuracy.

Work location: Duluth, MN

Schedule: Monday through Thursday, 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM

Occasional weekend OT needs during major projects

Pay: $25 to $30 per hour, based on experience

Long term with potential for permanent

What You'll Do

• Coordinate project materials and ensure they are available to support project timelines and milestones
• Track inventory, material availability, shortages, and project readiness
• Work closely with project teams and stakeholders to communicate updates, risks, and priorities
• Manage material transfers between warehouses, production areas, and project locations
• Monitor inventory accuracy and investigate discrepancies when issues arise
• Maintain ERP transactions, inventory records, and reporting with a high level of accuracy
• Support cycle counts, audits, inventory cleanup projects, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Respond quickly to urgent material needs and help resolve shortages before they impact schedules
• Help maintain organized, compliant, and audit ready inventory processes

What Makes You a Great Fit

• You have experience in inventory control, manufacturing, warehouse operations, project coordination, purchasing, supply chain, or related environments
• You are comfortable using Microsoft Excel and ERP or MRP systems
• Education is welcomed, but relevant skills and experience will be the key to success in this role
• You operate with honesty, accountability, and a strong sense of ownership
• You can juggle multiple tasks and changing priorities without losing track of important details
• You are organized and naturally keep systems, projects, and information well managed
• You are a self-starter who enjoys learning new processes and taking initiative
• You adapt well when priorities shift and can stay focused in a fast paced environment
• You communicate effectively with a variety of teams and personalities
• You enjoy problem solving and finding practical solutions

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability
• Retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account
• Paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Kelly may use AI-powered tools during the recruitment and hiring process. For full details, including how Kelly uses AI, your rights, and how to request a reasonable accommodation, visit the Recruitment Artificial Intelligence Notice (https://www.kellyservices.com/hubfs/myKelly/Resources/Employment_Policies/Recruitment-Artificial-Intelligence-Notice.pdf?hsLang=en) .

Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affiliated Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly's Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.

At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to the Kelly application process can be directed to Kelly's Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.