K&N Engineering

Inventory Control Specialist

K&N Engineering  •  $26/hr  •  Grand Prairie, TX (Onsite)  •  11 hours ago
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Job Description

Job Location: Grand Prairie, TX 75050
Position Type: Full Time
Salary Range: $22.00 - $26.00 Hourly

Job Shift: Day
Job Category: InventoryEssential Duties & Responsibilities
Schedule: Monday-Friday. Hours may vary, but expect to be 10:00AM – 6:00PM.
Responsible for:
· Researching, analyzing, and resolving inventory discrepancies across warehouse operations and system transactions.
· Monitoring inventory accuracy through analysis of K&N’s Business Management System (BMS) and operational reporting data while identifying recurring inventory and transaction issues.
· Investigating root causes of inventory variances related to receiving, putaway, replenishment, production support, picking, packing, shipping, and inventory adjustments.
· Developing and maintaining inventory reports, KPI tracking, trend analysis, and operational metrics to support leadership decision-making.
· Performing transactional audits, supporting cycle count programs, physical inventories, reconciliation activities, and warehouse investigations as needed.
· Partnering with Operations leadership to implement corrective actions, process improvements, and inventory control best practices.
· Collaborating cross-functionally with Operations, Purchasing, Quality, Customer Service, and other departments to resolve inventory-related issues and improve transaction accuracy.
· Creating and maintaining inventory tracking tools, required reports, documentation, and audit records.
· Supporting continuous improvement initiatives focused on inventory accuracy, transaction integrity, and operational efficiency.
· Handling special projects and additional duties assigned by department leadership.

Qualifications

Qualifications
Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job will be considered.
· 2–5 years of Inventory Control, Warehouse Operations, Logistics, or Supply Chain experience, preferably in a manufacturing or distribution environment.
· Strong understanding of warehouse transaction flows and inventory movement processes.
· Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel including pivot tables, formulas, filtering, and data analysis.
· Experience working with WMS and ERP systems required.
· Experience researching inventory discrepancies and performing root cause analysis.
· Ability to research inventory issues, identify trends, and communicate findings effectively.
· Experience creating reports, tracking metrics, and supporting operational decision-making preferred.
· Ability to achieve K&N forklift certification.
Additional Qualities Necessary
· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
· Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
· Ability to prioritize multiple projects and meet deadlines with limited supervision.
· Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills in both individual and team settings.
· Ability to work cross-functionally and build effective working relationships across departments.
· Self-motivated with a continuous improvement mindset.
· Team player maintaining a customer focus, both internally and externally.
· Consistently good attendance and availability to work overtime, including Saturdays, on an as needed basis.
· Demonstrate initiative, accountability, and professionalism in daily responsibilities.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
K&N Engineering

About K&N Engineering

K&N Engineering is the world's leading manufacturer of washable performance air filters and air intake systems. Headquartered in Riverside, California, K&N has a second manufacturing and distribution facility in Grand Prairie, Texas, and multiple smaller offices in a variety of countries around the world. K&N invented the reusable high flow cotton air filter in 1969 and has been perfecting the technology ever since. K&N is a world class filtration company selling air filters, oil filters, and air intakes in over 90 countries across the globe. K&N sells over 12,000 products designed for cars, trucks, motorcycles, and industrial applications. From their No-Hassle Lifetime Warranty to their Consumer Protection Pledge, K&N stands behind their products and their consumers 100%. The distinctive K&N logo represents performance from one of the original performance companies.

Industry
Automotive & Mobility
Company Size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
Riverside, California
Year Founded
1969
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