Inventory Control Analyst I

Location: Paulsboro, NJ 
Schedule: Primarily 3 PM–11 PM (must be flexible to start earlier or stay later as needed)
Pay Rate: Up to $34.50/hr
Employment Type: Full‑time, onsite
Duration: 1year

About the Role We are seeking an Inventory Operations Specialist to support inventory accuracy, product flow, and financial integrity across a high‑volume manufacturing and warehousing operation. In this role, you will ensure that all material movements—from production to shipping and receiving—are recorded correctly, timely, and in alignment with internal controls.

This position plays a vital role in linking operational activities with accurate costing and accounting data. You’ll work closely with production teams, warehouse staff, and site leadership to troubleshoot discrepancies, validate system records, and support continuous process improvement.

This role is part of an onsite operating crew and primarily supports the evening/night shift.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date inventory, costing, and accounting records tied to daily plant operations.
• Validate, post, and reconcile transactions within the site’s inventory management system (SAP preferred).
• Investigate variances between physical counts and system data; identify root causes and recommend corrective actions.
• Track material movements to ensure compliance with established company controls and audit requirements.
• Support safety, environmental, and security programs across the site.
• Partner with multiple departments—including production, warehousing, and shipping/receiving—to support daily operational decision‑making.

Preferred Qualifications & Skills

• SAP proficiency strongly preferred, especially within inventory management modules.
• Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables and data analysis capabilities.
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret trends and resolve discrepancies.
• Highly detail‑oriented and process‑driven.
• Ability to collaborate across operations, accounting, and logistics functions.

Top 3 Required Skill Sets

1. Analytical skills
2. SAP proficiency (Excel proficiency preferred)
3. Detail‑oriented and process‑focused approach. 

What You Can Expect

• Onsite, team‑based environment supporting an active manufacturing facility.
• Evening/night shift with opportunities for overtime.
• Hands‑on experience in inventory control, operations, and manufacturing processes.
• A role where accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement are valued daily.

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.