Inventory Control Specialist 1

Join ENTEK in Lebanon, Oregon!
ENTEK is excited to welcome an Inventory Control Specialist to our team in Lebanon, Oregon. If you thrive on maintaining inventory accuracy, supporting shipping and receiving operations, and driving process improvements in a manufacturing environment, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your career.
What You’ll Do
As an Inventory Control Specialist, you’ll be responsible for maintaining and monitoring day-to-day inventory transactions, including receiving, storing, issuing, and auditing inventory. You’ll support purchasing, shipping, and receiving functions while helping ensure inventory accuracy and operational efficiency.
In this role, you will:

- Maintain accurate inventory records through physical counts and cycle counts

- Monitor and improve inventory management procedures

- Implement and maintain Kanban processes for critical raw materials, finished goods, and work in progress (WIP)

- Work closely with department managers to determine inventory requirements

- Monitor actual and forecasted customer demand using ERP/MRP systems

- Recommend and maintain min/max inventory levels and Kanban targets

- Prepare inventory reports and recommendations for management

- Assist with receiving, labeling, and properly storing incoming inventory

- Monitor vendor-managed inventory (VMI) for proper allocation and part mix

- Pull inventory for sales orders and stage materials for shipping

- Support packaging and shipping activities as needed

- Process returns in a timely manner

- Cross-train with purchasing and shipping/receiving teams

- Support Lean manufacturing initiatives including Kaizen, 5S, and RIE activities
Requirements
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking a detail-oriented inventory professional with strong analytical skills and experience working in a manufacturing or warehouse environment.
Minimum Qualifications

- Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a manufacturing environment

- Associate of Applied Science in Inventory Management or related field.

- OR a minimum of five years related experience and/or training in Inventory Planning / Warehouse.

- OR equivalent combination of education and experience.

- D365 or other ERP system knowledge is a Plus

- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret most documents including bills of materials.

- Ability to write operating instructions in the English language.

- Must demonstrate time management skills and self-manage behavior.

- Computer literate and proficient with MS Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel).
Preferred Qualifications

- Previous inventory, warehouse, or shipping/receiving experience

- Experience with ERP/MRP systems

- Experience with inventory audits, cycle counts, and Kanban systems

- Experience in a manufacturing environment

- Your Work Schedule
This is a full-time, non-exempt position working Monday through Friday. Some schedule flexibility may be required based on operational needs.
What Makes ENTEK Different
ENTEK is more than a manufacturing company—we’re a team driven by values. Our core DNA is built on:

- Respect – valuing each person and every contribution

- Integrity – doing what’s right, always

- Innovation – pushing boundaries with creativity and technology

- Commitment – to our people, our customers, and our future
When you join ENTEK, you’re not just taking a job—you’re becoming part of a company that invests in you, your growth, and your success.
Learn more about us at www.entek.com and discover the opportunities waiting for you.
ENTEK is an equal opportunity employer.
ENTEK’s locations are non-smoking.