Inventory Control Specialist

Toyotomi America Corporation (TAC) in Springfield, KY manufactures metal stampings for the OEM Automotive Industry. The company supplies body panels, structural parts, and sub-assemblies to major Automotive Manufactures and Tier 1 companies, including the capability to fabricate stamping dies. Toyotomi is a local company that offers competitive salary and benefits. We take pride in our team members and the products we produce.

Summary/Objective (role description):

The role of the Inventory Control Specialist: Inventory Control Specialist is responsible for production reporting, vendor receipt entry, Kanban management, work order management, Inventory Control/analysis/cycle counting, scrap reporting, WIP balances and any other inventory management issues that arise.

Essential Functions (duties and tasks summary):

Team members must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodations, the essential functions of the role which may include, but are not limited to the following:

1. Responsible for inventory data analysis.
2. Responsible for direction/supervision of Production Control Support Team.
3. Responsible for reporting analysis to upper management.
4. Actively works with cycle count team to improve inventory accuracy.
5. TKRS production reporting analysis and monitoring.
6. Responsible for ensuring all data entry is completed in a timely manner.
7. Responsible for daily cycle counts are completed by team members.
8. Support and work with supervisors and managers to determine capabilities and communicate those to the rest of the team.
9. Responsible for monitoring and fixing WIP imbalances.
10. Responsible for working directly with Accounting on various reporting points, projects, and API.
11. Must be flexible and able to work in all areas in your department regardless of duties listed above in order to accomplish TAC goals and objectives.

Work Environment (example):

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be exposed to conditions of heat in the summer and cold in the winter and will work near moving mechanical parts. Uniform clothing and PPE provisions are provided by the company and are designed to assist with these conditions. Team members are also exposed to noise, which may require the use of hearing protection in certain areas.

Physical Requirements (example):

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee, with or without reasonable accommodation, to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand. The employee is frequently required to use hands and fingers to operate or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to walk; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and to communicate.

The employee must regularly lift and carry up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds max. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work (example):

This is a full-time shift-work position. Overtime is required as needed to meet customer demand and may involve weekend work.

Qualifications:

Skills and abilities based on requirements that are job-related and consistent with business necessity include:

1. Technical Competencies

• Knowledge of operating a powered industrial truck.
• Ability to read and interpret work instructions.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and systems.
• Knowledge of MRP/ERP systems.
• Knowledge of general accounting practices.

1. Non-Technical Aptitude

• Communication (verbal communication, listening).
• Judgement and thinking (original thinking, judgement and decision making, problem solving).
• Performance skills (accuracy with detail, planning and organizing, efficiency).
• Personal characteristics (motivation/commitment, flexibility).

Education and Experience:

1. Bachelor's degree in business or related field, or five (5) years' experience in a manufacturing environment is required, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
2. Supply Chain Management background preferred.

AAP/EEO Statement:

TAC is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Other Duties:

This job description is not intended to provide a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time at the sole discretion of TAC, with or without notice.