Inventory Control Technician

About This Role

As an Inventory Specialist, you will manage and maintain accurate records of inventory levels, ensuring that materials, components and finished products are readily available to support production and service operations. Your attention to detail and organizational skills will help streamline inventory processes, reduce waste, and contribute to the overall efficiency of the organization. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in inventory control, logistics, or supply chain operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Inventory Management:
• Ensure accurate receipt, tracking and recording of all inventory items, including raw materials, consumables, components and finished products using inventory management systems.
• Monitor stock levels to prevent shortages and overstock situations, and communicate any risks to supply chain team.
• Conduct regular inventory audits and reconciliations to ensure physical counts match recorded data, identifying and addressing discrepancies promptly.
• Organize and label inventory items for easy identification and retrieval.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations and safety standards in handling and storing inventory items.
• Support outbound shipping activities, including crating and packaging as well as managing dangerous goods shipments.
• Data Entry & Reporting:
• Maintain up-to-date and accurate records in inventory management software, including item descriptions, quantities, and locations.
• Maintain organized and accurate documentation related to inventory transactions, packing slip discrepancies and related communications.
• Prepare inventory reports, including shortages, overages and usage trends, providing insights into inventory turnover, stock levels and trends to support decision-making.
• Process Improvement:
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance inventory accuracy, efficiency and overall supply chain performance.
• Proactively address and resolve inventory-related issues including discrepancies, damaged goods and supply chain disruptions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2+ years of experience in inventory control, warehouse management, or related role
• Proficiency with inventory management software
• Strong organization and time-management skills
• Proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets
• Attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and recordkeeping
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand or walk for extended periods

Preferred Skills

• Associate’s degree in logistics, supply chain or a related field
• Familiarity with lean inventory practices or Just-In-Time (JIT) systems
• Experience working in manufacturing, electronics, or aerospace industries
• Knowledge of shipping and receiving procedures, including international logistics
• Forklift certification or experience operating material handling equipment
• Experience with dangerous goods shipping processes and procedures
• Strong analytical skills for interpreting inventory trends and usage patterns

Brinc Culture Values

• Try the hard stuff
• Be innovative - Invent the future
• Move fast
• Listen to end-users
• Strive for excellence
• Don’t build a dystopia
• Be frugal
• Save lives through technology

Additional information

If you’re interested in this role and in joining BRINC, we hope you’ll apply. We’d love to review your application and get to know more about you!

Benefits and perks listed below may vary based on the nature of your employment with BRINC and/or the country within which you work

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans for our employees and their families
• 401K plan
• Maternity and paternity leave
• Flexible Time Off (Exempt) / Paid time off (Non-Exempt)
• Flexible work environment
• Orca pass (for those in Puget Sound)
• Free snacks, drinks and espresso (Seattle office)