Inventory Control Specialist in Blaine, Minnesota at Chandler Industries LLC

About Chandler Industries

Chandler Industries is a premier contract manufacturer specializing in precision machining, EDM, sheet metal fabrication, and a range of value-added services. We excel in providing exceptional value through responsive customer service, technical expertise, and innovative lean manufacturing practices. Our commitment to delivering world-class quality and on-time performance has made us a trusted partner for our customers. Chandler operates five divisions, including four in Minnesota—Blaine, Long Prairie, Montevideo, and Wyoming—and one in Lake Mills, Wisconsin.

Position Summary

Chandler Industries is seeking an Inventory Specialist to join our Blaine, Minnesota team. In this role, you will keep inventory accurate and production supplied by tracking materials, maintaining ERP records, and coordinating timely material movements. Reporting to the Manufacturing Systems and Planning Manager, you will work closely with Planning and Production to support scheduled job starts and resolve inventory issues.

Job Requirements

• Perform cycle counts, investigate discrepancies, and maintain accurate inventory records in the ERP system.
• Process and verify material transactions through shop floor kiosks, ensuring each transaction is attributed to the correct employee.
• Serve as the primary material issuer for site production; pull, kit, stage, distribute, and transact materials based on work orders and Kanban signals.
• Issue materials to released jobs in time for scheduled starts, and escalate shortages to Planning before job start dates.
• Pull, stage, and transact bar stock and raw materials for saw cutting operations.
• Maintain accurate material labels and storage locations; coordinate inventory replenishment with Planning and Production.
• Track and report damaged, expired, or obsolete inventory, and assist with inventory audits and root cause analysis.
• Keep stock areas organized using 5S practices; train and provide backup for other material handlers to maintain coverage.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Experience

• At least three years of inventory control experience.
• Proficiency with ERP software and cycle counting, plus a basic understanding of material flow and work in process staging.
• Forklift certification and the ability to operate material handling equipment.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and analytical ability; able to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across the organization and support internal customers.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, interpret operating procedures and work instructions, and follow company policies.
• This position may involve access to information or hardware subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Candidates must be U.S. persons as defined by ITAR: U.S. citizens, U.S. permanent residents, political asylees, or refugees.

Additional Skills and Experience

• Experience with Epicor ERP software.
• Manufacturing experience.

Pay Range Details

Compensation is determined based on a variety of factors related to the specific position. These may include skills, relevant experience, education, internal equity, business needs, and local market conditions. While the full range is shared for transparency, offers are rarely made at the minimum or maximum of the range.

Company Benefits

Chandler offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees and their dependents. This includes medical, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance; short- and long-term disability; a 401(k) plan with company match; and a range of supplemental benefit options. In addition, eligible employees receive paid holidays and paid time off.