Inventory Control Supervisor - $1,500 Sign-On Bonus

Ultratec, Inc.
United States, Wisconsin, Madison
450 Science Drive (Show on map)
Feb 26, 2026
Advanced Assembly, Inc. (AAI), located in University Research Park on the west side of Madison, is looking to add an Inventory Control Supervisor to our well-trained and experienced staff. Advanced Assembly, Inc. is an electronics manufacturing services provider of electronic assemblies and products, including the Captioned Telephone (CapTel). Our exceptional reputation has been earned through the years, based on production capability, reliability, and quality. This full-time position offers a first shift schedule of 5:15 AM - 3:00 PM Monday - Thursday and 5:15 AM - 9:30 AM Friday, a competitive starting wage and a full benefits package. Wage depending on experience. Absent undue hardship, Advanced Assembly will make reasonable accommodations for religious beliefs and individuals with disabilities. New Employees - Sign-On Bonus: The company is offering a $1,500 sign-on bonus to newly-hired, full-time employees. The bonus will be paid on the first check following successful completion of the employee's 90-day probationary period. Advanced Assembly offers a diverse, friendly, and casual work environment. We have a proven track record of stability, growth, and providing advancement opportunities. If you have an interest in working in a high-tech manufacturing environment, while learning, developing, and advancing your career in a skilled trade, we highly recommend you apply! Job Summary: The Inventory Control Supervisor is responsible for overseeing warehouse operations and inventory control. This position is responsible for developing and implementing procedures for managing inventory, tracking inventory levels, and ensuring accurate records. Essential Functions: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Supervise the receiving and stocking of inventory items. Ensure all inventory is properly labeled and stored. Ensure inventory components are delivered to internal customers in a timely manner. Monitor and track inventory levels both physically and within the ERP system. Investigate the causes of inventory inaccuracies and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence. Maintain inventory control metrics such as stockouts, late purchase orders, and cycle counting results. Communicate inventory issues with the applicable operations personnel to mitigate production disruptions. Serve as a coach and mentor to Team Lead I/IIs, fostering growth and accountability. Promote and lead a safety culture by participating in reporting safety observations, near misses, and incidents. Lead continuous improvement initiatives related to inventory control processes. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure on-time delivery (OTD) to external customers. Promote positive employee relations through frequent, open, and direct communication. Participate in the interview and candidate selection process in coordination with the Materials Manager. Conduct annual performance reviews, identify and develop high-potential team members, and foster a collaborative team environment. Administer disciplinary actions, including formal warnings, in coordination with the Materials Manager. Ensure team compliance with company policies and procedures. May occasionally assist with material handling activities, including operating powered industrial equipment such as forklifts, to support warehouse operations and ensure timely movement of inventory. Perform other job-related duties as assigned by Materials Manager Supervisory Responsibilities: Material Handlers reports to this position. Other Duties: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. Requirements: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. 3+ years of experience in warehouse operations and inventory control. Experience with 5S and Continuous Improvement. Thorough understanding of inventory control methods such as Point of Use Storage (POUS), Kanban, Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI), and Water Spider. Good organizational and analytical problem-solving skills, ability to multi-task, and detail oriented. Must be able to speak, read, and write English. Good employee relations skills, able to communicate well with the manager and other team members. Written and verbal communication skills. Reliable attendance and willingness to work overtime as needed. Experience using an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) or Material Requirements Planning (MRP) computer system to manage departmental activities is strongly preferred. Experience operating powered industrial equipment such as forklifts is preferred but not required. Ability to obtain forklift certification upon hire may be required. Physical Demands and Work Environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, hear and talk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Ability to stand in one area for extended periods of time, with minimal breaks. Physical ability to move freely and have sufficient reflexes to perform the same tasks repeatedly using hands and power tools to complete the task, at a constant rate. Ability to lift up to 30 pounds in varying frequency, depending upon the work area. Ability to safely operate powered industrial equipment, including forklifts, as needed. Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. General Sign-Off: The employee is expected to adhere to all company policies and to act as a role model in the adherence of company policies. All qualified applicants will receive considerations for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, marital/veteran/student status, physical appearance, sexual orientation, political beliefs, religion, genetic information, gender identity, a less than honorable discharge from the military, etc., and any other status protected by federal, state, or local law and regulations.