Inventory Control Specialist

Job Summary

The Inventory Control Specialist is responsible for real‑time inventory management using the ERP system and handheld scanners on the production floor. The role ensures inventory accuracy, traceability, and compliance with food safety regulations while performing root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions for inventory discrepancies. Key daily tasks include cycle counts, support for inventory‑related initiatives, and maintaining seamless production operations.

Location: MANDAN, ND 58554

Reports To: Director Meat Snacks / Formulation

Schedule: AM, PM, and Swing Shift schedules.

• Perform daily cycle counts in accordance with defined inventory accuracy targets and input results into the ERP system.
• Utilize ERP software, scanner guns, and labeling equipment to track, reconcile, and manage inventory in real time.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies through root cause analysis and implement corrective/preventive actions (CAPAs).
• Monitor production job transactions and shop floor inventory to support manufacturing flow.
• Lead and coordinate cycle counting programs and plant physical inventory processes.
• Support inventory control initiatives, including FIFO compliance, expired product removal, rework, and obsolete inventory purging.
• Ensure compliance with traceability standards, food safety regulations, and internal quality policies.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workspace by following safety protocols and 5S standards.
• Operate forklifts and pallet jacks to support inventory movement as needed.
• Reconcile inventory variances related to work orders or system transactions.
• Provide backup support to raw material warehouse, shipping, and receiving teams as required.
• Perform other tasks and cross‑functional support duties related to inventory as assigned.

• Associate’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations, or related field preferred; equivalent work experience accepted.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in inventory control, production reporting, or manufacturing.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and inventory management tools.
• Strong understanding of inventory control processes, data validation and traceability requirements within food manufacturing.
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance related to food safety and quality standards (e.g., SQF, USDA, HACCP).
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills with advanced attention to detail and ability to troubleshoot processes.
• Strong organizational and communication skills; able to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Forklift certification or willingness to become certified.
• Able to lift up to 75 lbs and stand for extended periods in a cold plant environment.

• Visits to production areas will involve exposure to machinery, high noise levels, varying temperatures, humidity, and wet conditions.
• Must be comfortable sharing office space with other professionals and performing repetitive, computer‑based tasks.
• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, reach, stretch, stoop, and bend for extended periods.
• Must be able to communicate through various channels, including phone, email, face‑to‑face, and videoconferencing.

Base pay range is $18.00–$24.00 per hour. Additional benefits include life insurance, medical, dental, and vision coverage, pay‑for‑performance merit increases, 401(k) with employer match, paid vacation, weekly massage reimbursement, and more.

Cloverdale Foods Company is an affirmative action/equal employment opportunity employer.