Inventory Control Specialist

Inventory & Materials Control Associate in Pomona, CA

Overtime: Paid at time and a half for hours worked over 40

Job Summary

The Inventory & Materials Control Associate is responsible for maintaining accurate inventory records, resolving inventory discrepancies, and processing rejected, expired, short-dated, returned, and quarantined materials. This role requires strong attention to detail, effective communication skills, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while complying with quality and safety standards.

• Audit inventory to ensure system accuracy and balance
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies during daily order processing
• Process rejected, expired, short-dated, and returned products
• Support Quality and Manufacturing teams with materials being destroyed, reworked, or quarantined
• Resolve orders placed on hold due to inventory status issues
• Handle materials requiring destruction, rework, or quarantine in accordance with procedures
• Communicate effectively with Customer Service to resolve issues and support refunds
• Perform product decontamination and proper disposal of materials
• Safely handle biohazardous materials following established safety protocols
• Maintain accurate documentation and records within inventory systems
• Perform significant computer-based work across multiple systems

• 1–3 years of relevant experience in inventory control, materials handling, or a related role
• Strong computer skills and ability to navigate inventory or ERP systems
• Excellent multitasking and organizational skills
• High attention to detail with strong problem-solving ability
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Effective verbal and written communication skills

• Comfortable handling biohazardous materials and product disposal
• Ability to follow quality, safety, and regulatory procedures
  
  Team-oriented with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally

Entry level

Contract

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing