Inventory Management Specialist

Talascend is currently seeking an Inventory Management Specialist for a contract opportunity with our client in Warren, Michigan.

Overview

The inventory management specialist coordinates the receipt, organization, preparation, and distribution of specialized hardware used in 3D printing, vehicle development, and data-collection activities. This role manages materials across shipping, receiving, storage, kitting, and build support while maintaining an organized, efficient, and clearly labeled workplace.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate inbound and outbound shipping, receiving, inspection, labeling, and storage of hardware and vehicle parts.
• Maintain accurate inventory records, including stock locations, quantities, condition, ownership, and availability.
• Build and stage kits for vehicle builds, test events, engineering activities, and data-collection deployments.
• Organize the workplace layout to support safe, efficient material flow and quick access to frequently used items.
• Establish and maintain clear labeling, location identifiers, visual controls, and standardized storage practices.
• Track stock levels and communicate item availability, shortages, damaged parts, long-lead items, and other inventory risks to stakeholders.
• Identify missing or depleted items and coordinate replenishment or replacement materials.
• Partner with engineering and vehicle-build teams to confirm part requirements, quantities, priorities, and delivery timing.
• Support inventory audits, cycle counts, reconciliation, and disposition of obsolete, excess, damaged, or unidentified materials.
• Prepare hardware for shipment or vehicle installation, including packaging, documentation, traceability, and kit completeness checks.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-conscious work environment for hardware handling and storage.
• Improve inventory processes, visual management, kitting methods, and workplace organization to reduce delays and improve build readiness.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• At least 1–2 years of experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Experience tracking parts using spreadsheets.
• Ability to multitask and track parts accurately.
• Strong organizational and material-coordination skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to inventory accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize multiple requests in a fast-paced engineering and vehicle-build environment.
• Clear communication with technical teams, suppliers, and shipping and receiving personnel.
• Familiarity with computers, sensors, electronics, vehicle components, and 3D-printed parts.
• Ability to interpret part lists, kit requirements, shipping documentation, and basic technical information.
• Practical problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to identifying shortages and resolving logistics issues.
• Willingness to work in a manufacturing environment.
• Commitment to safe handling, standardized work, workplace organization, and continuous improvement.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s degree.