Entry Level Inventory Controller Jobs (NOW HIRING)

JOB SUMMARY

The Inventory and Tool Control Technician I provides entry-level support to GMRE’s production work center by receiving, identifying, storing, issuing, tracking, and safeguarding production material, modification-kit components, tools, and calibrated equipment. The employee performs routine assignments under the direction of the Production Manager or designated lead, follows established procedures and work instructions, maintains accurate records, and promptly reports discrepancies or unclear requirements. 

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Receive incoming material and tools; compare items to available purchase-order, packing-slip, transfer, or work-order information and verify part numbers, quantities, identification, and visible condition. 
• Route certificates, packing documents, and other required records to the appropriate function, and place material in the designated receiving, inspection, or hold area as directed. 
• Label, preserve, and store material in assigned locations while following requirements for traceability, shelf-life control, electrostatic-discharge protection, environmental protection, and foreign object damage prevention. 
• Enter receipts, issues, returns, transfers, and location changes accurately and promptly in GMRE COMS or other assigned inventory systems. 
• Pick, stage, and organize material for production work orders and modification kits using controlled bills of material, pick lists, and work instructions. 
• Verify kit part numbers and quantities, protect and label kit contents, and report shortages, overages, damage, or other discrepancies before the kit is released. 
• Perform routine cycle counts and physical inventory activities; document count results and report variances without making unauthorized inventory adjustments. 
• Issue and receive hand tools, tool kits, calibrated crimpers, gauges, test equipment, and other controlled production equipment using established check-in and check-out procedures. 
• Verify that identification and calibration-status labels are present and current before issuing controlled tools or equipment. 
• Segregate and report tools or equipment that are damaged, overdue for calibration, missing identification, or otherwise unsuitable for use; do not return them to service without authorization. 
• Maintain tool-control records, storage locations, shadow boards, tool kits, and calibration due-date information as assigned, and promptly report missing tools. 
• Conduct periodic internal tool calibration and verification using defined work processes and certified references. Coordinate shipping of tools for external calibration as required. 
• Support packaging, shipping, material movement, and general warehouse activities when directed, including use of approved handling equipment after training. 
• Maintain an orderly, secure, and safe stockroom and tool-control area and support daily housekeeping, access-control, and work-center priorities

WHY WORK FOR GMRE?

GMRE is a small veteran-owned company who cares about our employees. We offer health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), vacation, Paid Time Off (PTO), or Paid Sick Leave (PSL) based on state laws, paid holidays, and life insurance to all permanent full-time employees. GMRE’s mission is to provide high quality engineering and technical services to help our customers grow and succeed. 

GMRE is an equal opportunity employer. GMRE is committed to making employment decisions based on valid requirements, without regard to age 40 and over, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or any other applicable status protected by state or local laws.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. 

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Ability to follow written procedures, work instructions, and verbal direction and to ask questions when requirements are unclear. 
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to compare part numbers, serial numbers, lot information, quantities, labels, and documentation accurately. 
• Basic math, counting, and recordkeeping skills. 
• Ability to organize material and tools logically and maintain accurate location and status information. 
• Basic computer skills and the ability to learn GMRE COMS, inventory software, barcode equipment, and related production systems. 
• Ability to recognize damaged, unidentified, expired, overdue, or potentially nonconforming items and promptly report them. 
• Ability to communicate clearly, work cooperatively with Production, Quality, Purchasing, and other functions, and provide courteous internal customer service. 
• Reliable attendance, punctuality, professional conduct, and commitment to safety, security, quality, and accountability. 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent required. 
• Up to two years of experience in inventory, warehousing, material handling, tool control, manufacturing support, shipping and receiving, or a related environment is preferred; qualified entry-level candidates may be considered. 
• Experience in an aerospace, defense, AS9100, or other controlled manufacturing environment is preferred but not required. 
• Forklift or powered material-handling experience is preferred; the employee must be able to complete GMRE-required training before operating such equipment. 

SECURITY CLEARANCE AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Must be a US Citizen 
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret security clearance and be subject to a government security investigation. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to stand, walk, or sit for extended periods while performing stockroom, tool-control, computer, and material-handling duties. 
• Ability to reach, bend, stoop, kneel, and safely access assigned storage locations. 
• Ability to read labels and small part markings and distinguish material and status identification as required for the work. 
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds at times, with or without reasonable accommodation, and to use carts or other approved material-handling aids. 
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment and follow work-center safety requirements.

TRAVEL REQUIRED

• No routine travel is expected. Limited local travel may be assigned with approval.