Specialist- Inventory Control - B Crew (Nights)

First Solar Inc.; Alabama; Hybrid; USD 2,100 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

First Solar Inc. is seeking a Specialist- Inventory Control for the B Crew (Nights) in Trinity, AL. The role focuses on accurate SAP transactions, shipment processing, and maintaining inventory accuracy.

Candidates should have 3+ years in warehouse/shipping/receiving, SAP experience preferred, and strong attention to detail. This position requires high school or GED, with college coursework or training desirable.

Qualifications

• High School or GED equivalent required.
• College coursework, certification, or formal training highly desired.
• Minimum of 3 years of warehouse (shipping/receiving) experience required.
• Cycle counting experience is beneficial.
• SAP experience preferred.
• Knowledge of inventory control procedures and practices.
• Organized, attentive to detail with a high degree of accuracy.
• Ability to analyze and solve problems effectively.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• Knowledge of computer applications (SAP a plus).
• Responsible for inventory and data entry reports and their accuracy.
• Assists with physical inventories and monthly cycle count activities.
• Analyzes and investigates inventory variances and reduces variances.
• Assists with finish goods and WIP inventories activities.
• Processes outbound shipment requests and prioritizes by delivery dates.
• Updates internal tracking systems for offsite shipments.

Responsibilities

• Ensures SAP transactions are performed accurately and timely.
• Update internal tracking systems and communicate shipment status.
• Assist with physical inventories and cycle count activities.
• Analyze inventory variances and implement corrective actions.
• Process outbound shipment requests and offsite shipments.
• Support creation of shipping export/import documents and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Back-up to other Inventory Control positions and maintain housekeeping and safety practices.

Skills

Warehouse operations

Cycle counting

Inventory control

Education

High School diploma / GED

College coursework / training

Tools

SAP

Job description

Specialist- Inventory Control - B Crew (Nights)

Trinity, AL, United States

Job Description

First Solar reserves the right to offer you a role most applicable to your experience and skillset.

Basic Job Functions:

• Ensures SAP transactions are performed accurately and in a timely manner. Ensures First Solar Core Values are adhered to and promotes teamwork to achieve the company's mission. This role is accountable for shipment processing (finished goods/non-finished goods), scheduling pick-ups and creation of shipment documentation. In addition, this role is also responsible for updating internal tracking systems and communicating shipment status to the requestor(s). Position supports the department's continuous improvement activities, assist with physical inventories and cycle count activities as well. Ensure compliance to established Sox Controls & Import/Export regulations.
• High School or GED equivalent required.
• College course work, certification, or formal training highly desired.
• Minimum of 3 years of warehouse (shipping/receiving) experience required.
• Cycle counting experience is beneficial.
• SAP experience preferred.
• Knowledge of inventory control procedures and practices.
• Organized, attentive to detail & functions with a high degree of accuracy.
• Ability to analyze and solve problems effectively.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• Knowledge and understanding of computer applications (SAP experience a plus).
• Responsible for the resulting inventory and data entry reports and their accuracy.
• Assists with physical inventories and monthly cycle count activities.
• Analyzes and investigates inventory variances. Implement correct actions as needed to reduce/eliminate variances.
• Assists with finish good and WIP inventories activities.
• Processes outbound shipment requests.
• Prioritizes shipment requests based on the requestor delivery dates.
• Processes offsite warehouse shipment requests. Update internal tracking system(s) as necessary to reflect offsite shipments.
• Supports the creation of shipping export/import documents.
• Supports continuous improvement activities.
• Serves as a back-up to other key Inventory Control positions.
• Established and promotes good housekeeping and safety practices.
• Maintains a proper level of communication and fosters team building.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Job description subject to change at any time.

Reporting Relationships:

• This position reports to the Manager- Inventory Control.
• This position will not have direct reports.

Travel:

• No travel outside the First Solar worksite is required.

Estimated Salary Range:

$18.89-$26.44 Hourly.

US Physical Requirements:

• Will sit, stand, or walk short distances for up to 12 hours per day.
• Will climb stairs or steps on a frequent basis.
• Will lift up to 58 pounds on an occasional basis, according to work instruction.
• Will lift up to 37 pounds on a frequent basis.
• Will push or pull up to 50 pounds of force on an occasional basis.
• Will push or pull up to 37 pounds of force on a frequent basis.
• Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis.
• 20/40 vision in each eye separately and both eyes (with or without correction), the ability to distinguish between red, yellow, and green and peripheral vision >70 degrees is required.
• May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis.
• May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis.
• Must comply with all safety standards and procedures.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including, but not limited to: steel-toed shoes, cut-resistant gloves, jackets, aprons &/or arm guards, safety glasses or goggles, hearing protection & respirators) as a condition of employment and continued employment (requires little or no facial hair).

Potential candidates will meet the education and experience requirements provided on the above job description and excel in completing the listed responsibilities for this role. All candidates receiving an offer of employment must successfully complete a background check and any other tests that may be required.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: First Solar is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.

Job Info

• Job Identification 1025688
• Job Category Warehouse-Inventory
• Posting Date 09/01/2026, 04:10 PM
• Locations 1 First Solar Way, Trinity, AL, 35673, US