Inventory Control Coordinator at HM Electronics – Carlsbad, California
About This Position
Job Category: Supply Chain
Requisition Number: INVEN003804
Full Time
On-site
Carlsbad, CA 92010, USA
HME has been creating innovative products for the drive-thru and pro-audio industries since 1971. From the very beginning, we've known these solutions would never have happened without the customer-focused people who make up our company. HME has a team environment with a culture of collaboration, learning, and growth. With subsidiaries located in California, Missouri, Canada, UK, India, and China, companies around the world depend on HME for clear, reliable communication solutions. From setting the standard for drive-thru headsets and timer systems in the quick service restaurant (QSR) industry to developing professional audio equipment used in the Olympic Games, HME strives to create the newest, most innovative products on the market while providing quality care and attention to its customers. At HME you will have the opportunity to learn and grow while developing our future products. Come join our team!
We’re looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Inventory Control Coordinator to support our Warehouse Supervisors and help ensure the accuracy and integrity of our inventory. In this role, you’ll coordinate daily cycle counts, investigate discrepancies, execute root cause analysis, maintain key inventory metrics, and support compliance across all material transactions. You’ll also play an important part in maintaining a safe, organized work environment and supporting cross-functional teams.
If you enjoy problem-solving, improving processes, and working in a fast-paced warehouse environment, this is a great opportunity to make a meaningful impact.
Key Responsibilities
Inventory Control
- Coordinate and follow up on the daily cycle count program execution.
- Perform independent stock checks to support inventory accuracy
- Maintain inventory classifications and counting groups, based on Cycle count strategies.
- Execute daily PanaCIM scrap transactions in the ERP system
- Review cycle count results and request /validate recounts for cycle count discrepancies when required.
- Support Supervisors with day‑to‑day inventory‑related tasks
- Assist with external inventory audits
Reporting & Analysis
- Maintain and report cycle count accuracy metrics
- Create multilevel Pareto’s to identify root causes and assure countermeasures are put in place
- Monitor ABC count program execution to ensure progress compliance to cycle count plan.
Projects & Process Support
- Support inventory‑related projects as assigned
- Communicate project scope and requirements to leadership and relevant teams
- Maintain up‑to‑date documentation, including Cycle Count Policy and QMP
Work Area & Safety
- Maintain a clean, safe, and efficient work area
- Participate in the daily 7S program
- Identify and report safety risks promptly
Administrative & Team Responsibilities
- Manage time effectively and maintain strong attendance
- Provide excellent customer service to internal departments
- Monitor department email and respond in a timely manner
- Utilize department reports to maximize inventory accuracy
- Collaborate as an active, reliable member of the team
What You Bring
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Solid communication skills
- Comfort working in a warehouse environment
- A commitment to safety, organization, and continuous improvement
Qualifications
- Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze data, spot trends, and identify discrepancies.
- Experience in inventory control, warehouse operations, or a related field
- Strong attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy
- Ability to perform independent stock checks and investigate discrepancies
- Familiarity with ERP systems (AX or similar preferred)
- Strong communication and problem‑solving skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment
- Comfort working in a warehouse setting and following safety protocols
- Demonstrated ability to stay organized, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines
- Commitment to continuous improvement and adherence to established processes
- College Education or APICS certification
- Travel: 0%
The posted pay range, $20.44 - $27.22/hour, is what we reasonably expect to pay for the role. This may vary depending on experience and other factors. Our benefits package includes tuition reimbursement; 3 weeks paid vacation your first year, paid holidays, medical, vision, and dental coverage, pet insurance, life insurance, and 401K contributions.
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee will occasionally lift and move up to 10 pounds, 50 pounds with assistance.
Job Details
Description
HME has been creating innovative products for the drive-thru and pro-audio industries since 1971. From the very beginning, we've known these solutions would never have happened without the customer-focused people who make up our company. HME has a team environment with a culture of collaboration, learning, and growth. With subsidiaries located in California, Missouri, Canada, UK, India, and China, companies around the world depend on HME for clear, reliable communication solutions. From setting the standard for drive-thru headsets and timer systems in the quick service restaurant (QSR) industry to developing professional audio equipment used in the Olympic Games, HME strives to create the newest, most innovative products on the market while providing quality care and attention to its customers. At HME you will have the opportunity to learn and grow while developing our future products. Come join our team!
We’re looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Inventory Control Coordinator to support our Warehouse Supervisors and help ensure the accuracy and integrity of our inventory. In this role, you’ll coordinate daily cycle counts, investigate discrepancies, execute root cause analysis, maintain key inventory metrics, and support compliance across all material transactions. You’ll also play an important part in maintaining a safe, organized work environment and supporting cross-functional teams.
If you enjoy problem-solving, improving processes, and working in a fast-paced warehouse environment, this is a great opportunity to make a meaningful impact.
Key Responsibilities
Inventory Control
- Coordinate and follow up on the daily cycle count program execution.
- Perform independent stock checks to support inventory accuracy
- Maintain inventory classifications and counting groups, based on Cycle count strategies.
- Execute daily PanaCIM scrap transactions in the ERP system
- Review cycle count results and request /validate recounts for cycle count discrepancies when required.
- Support Supervisors with day‑to‑day inventory‑related tasks
- Assist with external inventory audits
Reporting & Analysis
- Maintain and report cycle count accuracy metrics
- Create multilevel Pareto’s to identify root causes and assure countermeasures are put in place
- Monitor ABC count program execution to ensure progress compliance to cycle count plan.
Projects & Process Support
- Support inventory‑related projects as assigned
- Communicate project scope and requirements to leadership and relevant teams
- Maintain up‑to‑date documentation, including Cycle Count Policy and QMP
Work Area & Safety
- Maintain a clean, safe, and efficient work area
- Participate in the daily 7S program
- Identify and report safety risks promptly
Administrative & Team Responsibilities
- Manage time effectively and maintain strong attendance
- Provide excellent customer service to internal departments
- Monitor department email and respond in a timely manner
- Utilize department reports to maximize inventory accuracy
- Collaborate as an active, reliable member of the team
What You Bring
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Solid communication skills
- Comfort working in a warehouse environment
- A commitment to safety, organization, and continuous improvement
Qualifications
- Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze data, spot trends, and identify discrepancies.
- Experience in inventory control, warehouse operations, or a related field
- Strong attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy
- Ability to perform independent stock checks and investigate discrepancies
- Familiarity with ERP systems (AX or similar preferred)
- Strong communication and problem‑solving skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment
- Comfort working in a warehouse setting and following safety protocols
- Demonstrated ability to stay organized, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines
- Commitment to continuous improvement and adherence to established processes
- College Education or APICS certification
- Travel: 0%
The posted pay range, $20.44 - $27.22/hour, is what we reasonably expect to pay for the role. This may vary depending on experience and other factors. Our benefits package includes tuition reimbursement; 3 weeks paid vacation your first year, paid holidays, medical, vision, and dental coverage, pet insurance, life insurance, and 401K contributions.
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee will occasionally lift and move up to 10 pounds, 50 pounds with assistance.
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