Inventory Control Specialist
Position Summary
The Inventory Control Specialist is responsible for managing and maintaining accurate inventory levels across all divisions of the company, including Construction, Service, Residential & Commercial, Controls, and Piping. This role ensures materials, tools, and equipment are available when needed to minimize downtime and support efficient project execution across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate inventory records for HVAC equipment, parts, piping materials, and controls components
- Monitor stock levels and coordinate replenishment to support multiple divisions
- Perform routine cycle counts and full physical inventory audits
- Track and manage material usage across Construction, Service, Residential/Commercial, Controls, and Piping departments
- Coordinate with purchasing to ensure timely ordering and cost-effective procurement of materials
- Manage warehouse organization to ensure efficient storage, labeling, and accessibility of inventory
- Receive, inspect, and verify incoming shipments for accuracy and quality
- Issue materials to field technicians and project teams with proper documentation and tracking
- Identify slow-moving, obsolete, or excess inventory and recommend corrective actions
- Utilize inventory management software/ERP systems to track inventory movements and generate reports
- Collaborate with project managers, service managers, and field teams to forecast material needs
- Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and safety standards in warehouse operations
Qualifications
- 2–5 years of inventory control experience (HVAC, construction, or mechanical contracting preferred)
- Strong understanding of HVAC parts, piping systems, and mechanical equipment preferred
- Experience with inventory management systems or ERP software
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and data tracking
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities across different departments
- High attention to detail and accuracy in recordkeeping
- Forklift certification preferred (or willingness to obtain)
Work Environment
- Combination of warehouse and office setting
- May require lifting up to 50 lbs, standing, and operating warehouse equipment
- Regular interaction with field technicians, project managers, and vendors
The K Company Inc. has been setting the standard in HVAC design, installation and service since 1972 for commercial and residential heating, air conditioning, ventilation and refrigeration systems (residential furnaces, heat pumps, air conditioners, boilers (hot water and steam), water heaters, unit heaters, tube heaters, exhaust fans, make up air units, air rotation units, humidifiers, dehumidifiers (including pool units), ERV's, speed drives, chillers, refrigeration equipment and much more).
IF YOU HAVE THE DRIVE TO BE GREAT...APPLY TODAY AND JOIN OUR TEAM!! AS WE CONTINUE TO GROW, WE HAVE THE TOOLS AND TRAINING HERE TO MAKE SURE THAT YOU HAVE A SUCCESSFUL CAREER AT THE K COMPANY. OUR TOP-NOTCH LAB AND WEEKLY CLASSES WILL KEEP YOUR HVAC SKILLS SHARP AND KNOWLEDGE UP-TO-DATE WITH THE LATEST HVAC TECHNOLOGIES.
