Inventory Control Specialist at RIX INDUSTRIES – Sparks, Nevada

RIX Industries is a technology-focused company specializing in the design, development and manufacturing of gas generation systems, precision compressor solutions, and cryogenic cooling technologies for critical applications in Marine, Aerospace, Land, Energy, Industrial, Medical, and Critical Infrastructure markets. Founded in 1878, the company is headquartered in Benicia, CA, and operates additional facilities in Sparks, NV.

Position Summary

Controls inventory of finished goods needed to fullfill forecasted sales and scheduled distribution plans.

Responsibilities

• Oversee bay audits, reconcile discrepancies, and investigate inventory shortages.
• Maintain a high level of inventory accuracy and integrity.
• Responsible for completing physical inventories and daily/weekly cycle counts.
• Maintain inventory as required by production schedules and/or customer orders.
• Manage all transfer activity between warehouses.
• Investigate shortages of other items found during work order kitting or shipping functions.
• Maintain adequate records and orderly files on all transactions and activities
• Act as the subject matter expert for all inventory related matters
• Ensure that actual inventory figures are within established variance guidelines to general ledger figures.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance inventory accuracy and efficiency.
• Collaborate with production, purchasing, and other teams to proactively address inventory challenges.
• Maintain expired inventory reporting and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Support new process implementations related to inventory management.
• Generate and analyze reports to identify trends, discrepancies, and areas for improvement.
• Train team members on best practices for inventory control.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned.
• Travel up to 20% of the time based on the needs of the company.
• All other duties assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics or Supply Chain Management or equivalent related work experience.
• 2 years experience maintaining physical inventories, conducting cycle counts, and basic warehouse operations.
• Working knowledge of ERP and Warehouse Management Systems.
• Ability to analyze data and apply problem solving tools effectively.
• Maintains knowledge of safety and environmental regulations as they may pertain to work assignments.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
• Advanced systems skills and working knowledge of MS Office, with advanced Excel knowledge
• Must have the ability to create and conduct presentations for team members of all levels.
• Ability to communicate with others to exchange information both orally and in writing.
• Citizenship: U.S. Citizen or qualified U.S. Person in accordance with ALU 22CFR 120.15.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current forklift certification or the ability to obtain certification upon hire.
• Experience with multiple types of material handling equipment (sit-down, stand-up, reach truck, or pallet jack).

Physical Requirements

1. This position is regularly exposed to the following conditions:

• Manufacturing, warehouse and office environment.
• While working near moving equipment, mechanical parts and lift trucks; must have the ability to follow safe operating procedures.
• May be exposed to loud noise, fumes and/or toxic chemicals.

2. Must have the following physical abilities:

• Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, stretch, reach, and lift.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods at a desk or table as well as machine tools or printers.

Work Environment

Production

Compensation

$60,000 + DOE

Equal Opportunity

RIX Industries is committed to a continuing program of equal employment opportunity. All persons have equal employment opportunities with RIX Industries, regardless of their sex, race, color, age, religion, creed, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition (cancer or genetic characteristics), marital status, gender (including gender identity or gender expression), familial status, military or veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related conditions (or any other group or category within the framework of the applicable discrimination laws and regulations).