Utilities and Manufacturing Equipment Maintenance Inventory Control Specialist (Pharma)

Randstad Enterprise; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Enterprise is seeking a highly motivated Utilities Maintenance and Inventory & CMMS Inventory Specialist to support a leading manufacturing site in Durham, NC. This 100% onsite, 1-year contract role centers on inventory, parts procurement, asset tracking, and CMMS responsibilities to keep maintenance and operations running smoothly.

The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years in inventory-related roles, hands-on CMMS experience, strong Excel skills, and a proactive, reliable work

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of inventory, maintenance, planning, or CMMS experience.
• Utilities Maintenance experience
• High ethical standards and integrity
• Self-starter with follow-through and accountability
• Reliable problem solver
• Independent worker able to manage and drive projects and priorities
• Highly computer proficient and ability to quickly learn new software platforms
• Experience working with electronic maintenance records or CMMS systems
• Tables and basic calculations for reporting (CMMS data handling)

Responsibilities

• Procure parts and manage CMMS inventory and asset linkages.
• Oversee CMMS inventory system including purchasing, receiving and issuing items.
• Establish stock levels and reorder points to prevent stock-outs; analyze usage.
• Lead small inventory projects and mentor junior staff.
• Support maintenance and I&C activities with accurate records and cost tracking.
• Assist with maintenance work orders and asset management workflows.

Skills

Utilities Maintenance

Integrity

Proactive & accountable

Problem solving

Independent worker

Computer proficiency

CMMS systems

Data tables

Reporting

Inventory purchasing

Tools

CMMS software

Excel

Job description

100% Onsite | 1-Year Contract | Competitive Pay (Up to $42/hr.)

Ideal Candidate

Motivated professional who combines technical aptitude with great organizational skills. You enjoy solving inventory challenges, maintaining accurate records, improving processes, and supporting maintenance teams to keep operations running efficiently.

We are seeking 2 highly motivated Utilities Maintenance and Inventory & CMMS Inventory Specialist to support maintenance and operations activities at a leading manufacturing site. Ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, amazing organizational skills, and enjoys being the go-to resource for inventory and asset management.

As the Inventory & CMMS Subject Matter Expert (SME), you will play a critical role in supporting maintenance operations through inventory management, purchasing, asset tracking, and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).

Education

Experience

• Minimum 3 years of relevant inventory, maintenance, planning, or CMMS experience

Non-Negotiable Skills

Utilities Maintenance experience

High ethical standards and integrity

Self-starter with follow-through and accountability

Reliable problem solver

Independent worker able to manage and drive projects and priorities

Technical Skills - Must Have:

• Highly computer proficient and ability to quickly learn new software platforms
• Experience working with electronic maintenance records or CMMS systems
• Tables
• Basic calculations and reporting
• Inventory management and purchasing experience preferred

Subject Matter Expert (SME) supporting site by procuring parts, conducting parts inventory and asset linkages:

• Manages the completion of small projects and programs within inventory operations; maintains knowledge of planned preventive maintenance techniques and procedures
• Good working knowledge of mechanical equipment to provide support to Maintenance, Manufacturing, Metrology, and Engineering staffs, and functions as the primary contact for all inventory related issues for MRO purchases and stock
• Manage CMMS inventory system including purchasing, receiving, and issuing inventory based on WO and PM demand.
• Inventory SME representing asset and spare parts management
• Establishes recommended stock levels and min/max reorder points for spare parts. Maintains inventory levels to prevent stock-outs. Identify opportunities for cost reductions - Conduct CMMS updates for asset records, link parts to assets, and runs periodic reorders on inventories managed.
• Conducts periodic ABC analysis and physical inventory counts. Oversees the tracking and issuance of parts against assets and runs reports to analyze use
• Establish fiscal Blanket PO’s and process requisitions in support of Maintenance and I&C activities and repairs. Tracks expenditures against budget in spreadsheet and provides status to Cost Center Manager and Finance Department
• Provides guidance and support (in a mentor role) for less senior inventory control staff and/or technicians

Maintenance workflow support

• Maintenance work order processes
• Utilities and manufacturing equipment maintenance
• Strong computer skills, including Excel and data analysis
• Detail-oriented and highly organized work practices