Prototype Inventory Specialist - Flexible Schedule, Hands-On

CFS; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS is seeking an Inventory Coordinator to support an Engineering/R&D team working on an automotive battery prototype. You will manage physical inventory, counts, and materials flow to help prototypes progress.

This hands-on role requires attention to detail, basic Excel skills, and good communication with engineers, quality, purchasing, and materials staff. Schedule is Mon-Thu 7:00-4:00 and Fri 7:00-11:00 with some flexibility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years of inventory, materials, stockroom, or related experience preferred.
• Basic Microsoft Excel and computer skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to perform accurate inventory counts.
• Strong communication skills and willingness to ask questions when needed.
• Comfortable working hands-on with inventory in a warehouse/engineering environment.

Responsibilities

• Identify and accurately count inventory returned from Quality Assurance inspections.
• Return parts to designated inventory and stock locations.
• Maintain accurate counts of parts, quantities, and locations.
• Update basic Excel spreadsheets tracking part numbers, descriptions, locations, and quantities.
• Identify and communicate shortages or inventory discrepancies to Material Planners.
• Work with the Buyer regarding incoming materials and low inventory levels.
• Follow established work instructions and inventory procedures.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Purchasing, and Materials teams.
• Perform basic computer tasks using Excel, email, and inventory/ERP systems.

Skills

Inventory management

Attention to detail

Communication

Hands-on

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

CFS is seeking an Inventory Coordinator to support an Engineering/R&D team working on an automotive battery prototype. You will manage physical inventory, counts, and materials flow to help prototypes progress.

This hands-on role requires attention to detail, basic Excel skills, and good communication with engineers, quality, purchasing, and materials staff. Schedule is Mon-Thu 7:00-4:00 and Fri 7:00-11:00 with some flexibility.