Maintenance Inventory Specialist at MRA Recruiting Services – Waunakee, Wisconsin

Maintenance Inventory Specialist
Scientific Protein Laboratories (SPL)
Waunakee, WI | On-site | Biopharmaceutical Manufacturing

Control inventory. Support reliability. Keep life-saving production moving.

Scientific Protein Laboratories (SPL) is a global leader in biopharmaceutical manufacturing, supporting the production of critical therapies that improve and save lives worldwide. And behind every important batch, is a well-supported Maintenance team.
We’re seeking a Maintenance Inventory Specialist to take ownership of our maintenance inventory systems and storeroom operations at our Waunakee, WI site. This is a hands-on role that directly impacts equipment uptime, asset performance, and manufacturing reliability.

If you thrive in organized, fast-paced industrial environments and enjoy blending inventory management with technical maintenance support, this role offers meaningful impact in a regulated biologics setting.What You’ll Do
As the Maintenance Inventory Specialist, you’ll ensure the right materials are available when maintenance needs them, minimizing downtime and supporting efficient manufacturing operations.
Inventory & Materials Management

• Receive, inspect, label, and store incoming maintenance materials and spare parts
• Maintain accurate inventory levels within the FIIX CMMS system
• Track parts usage against work orders and purchase parts as needed
• Perform routine cycle counts and participate in physical inventories
• Identify obsolete, excess, or critical spare parts and communicate recommendations

Storeroom Organization & Control

• Maintain a clean, organized, and secure storeroom environment
• Ensure proper storage practices (FIFO, environmental controls, kitting where applicable)
• Establish and maintain standardized labeling and bin locations
• Support 5S and continuous improvement initiatives

Procurement & Vendor Coordination

• Coordinate purchasing of maintenance parts and supplies
• Create or support purchase requisitions for stocked and non-stocked items
• Track open purchase orders and follow up with vendors
• Verify correct parts, quantities, and documentation upon receipt
• Coordinate returns, warranties, and repairable spare processes

Maintenance & Reliability Support

• Assist in identifying critical spares and establishing min/max levels
• Provide feedback to maintenance planners on usage trends and lead times
• Support equipment shutdowns, outages, and emergency repairs
• Perform basic preventive maintenance tasks and assist maintenance mechanics as needed

What Success Looks Like

• Critical spare parts are available when needed, reducing downtime
• Inventory accuracy is high and CMMS data is reliable
• Storeroom operations are organized, efficient, and inspection-ready
• Maintenance planners and mechanics view you as a trusted operational partner
• Opportunities for cost savings and process improvement are proactively identified

What You Bring
Required

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 3+ years of experience in inventory management, purchasing, or storeroom operations
• Experience using a CMMS or inventory management system
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to lift up to 50–75 lbs. occasionally

Preferred

• Associate’s degree or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of experience in an industrial or pharmaceutical manufacturing environment
• Experience supporting maintenance or reliability teams

Why Join SPL?

• Meaningful work supporting life-saving biologically based therapeutics used worldwide
• Competitive compensation package including base salary and recognition programs
• 401(k) with company match to support your long-term financial goals
• Generous paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Career development and leadership growth opportunities within a global biopharmaceutical organization
• Collaborative, science-driven culture that values integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement
• High quality of life in Waunakee, WI! A growing community just outside Madison with excellent schools and outdoor recreation

If you’re detail-oriented, mechanically inclined, and motivated to keep operations running smoothly in a regulated biopharmaceutical environment, SPL wants to hear from you.
SPL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, creed, disability, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other status protected by applicable local, state or federal law.

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