Inventory Control Co-Op

Summary of Position

The Inventory Control Co-op will gain hands-on experience supporting inventory accuracy, material management, and operational excellence within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role will work closely with Inventory Control, Warehouse, Operations, and Supply Chain teams to analyze inventory data, support physical inventory activities, drive process improvements, and partner with shift leadership to ensure efficient inventory control processes. This is an excellent opportunity for students interested in supply chain, operations, manufacturing, and data analytics to apply classroom knowledge to real-world business challenges.

Co-op Duties & Responsibilities

• Support inventory control activities to ensure inventory accuracy and compliance with established processes.
• Assist with cycle counts, physical inventories, inventory reconciliations, and root cause analysis for inventory discrepancies.
• Analyze inventory trends, transaction data, and operational metrics to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Create and maintain reports, dashboards, and KPIs that support inventory management and operational decision-making.
• Partner closely with the Shift Manager to support daily inventory control operations and drive execution of inventory-related initiatives.
• Provide leadership through influence by helping coordinate inventory activities, communicating priorities, and supporting team members in achieving operational goals.
• Assist with training, documentation, and communication of inventory control procedures and best practices.
• Work cross-functionally with Supply Chain, Production, Warehouse, and Quality teams to resolve inventory-related issues.
• Utilize SAP, WMS, Excel, Power BI, and other tools to analyze and manage inventory data.
• Identify inefficiencies and recommend process improvements that enhance inventory accuracy, productivity, and overall operational performance.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives through data collection, analysis, reporting, and implementation of corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with all company policies, safety requirements, quality standards, and inventory control procedures.

Qualifications

Major(s): Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Logistics Management, Data Analytics, Business Administration, or related field

Class Year(s): Rising Junior

Availability: Must be available to work in Florence, Kentucky from January 11, 2027 through April 29, 2027

Work Shift: M-F, first shift, 8 hours

Technical Skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Experience analyzing data and identifying trends or process improvement opportunities.
• Familiarity with Power BI, SAP, WMS, or ERP systems preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Interest in inventory management, supply chain operations, manufacturing, and continuous improvement.

Professional & Leadership Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lead through influence and work effectively in a team environment.
• Comfortable collaborating with associates, supervisors, and cross-functional partners.
• Self-starter capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated initiative, accountability, and willingness to take ownership of projects and process improvements.

Jabil, including its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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