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Building on nearly 50 years of success, we deliver Payload & Protection Systems, Aero/Hydrodynamic Interstage Systems, and Propulsion & Launch Systems to more than 80 prime contractors supporting over 130 space and defense programs.\nThis role is part of our Hypersonics and Strategic Missile Defense business, which designs, develops, and delivers highly dependable missile systems for hypersonic and strategic missile defense missions. We provide integrated, mission-ready hardware that brings together multiple technologies into unified systems engineered to perform in demanding operational environments. Our tip-to-tail capabilities include payload protection and deployment systems, propulsion systems, aerodynamic interstage systems, separation systems, missile subsystems, shroud systems, launch systems, and payload integration solutions.\nThe Inventory Control Clerk supports daily manufacturing and warehouse operations by managing the receipt, storage, distribution, and tracking of materials and supplies. This role maintains accurate inventory records, verifies incoming and outgoing materials, identifies discrepancies, and supports procurement activities to ensure materials are available when needed. Through careful recordkeeping and safe material handling, the Inventory Control Clerk helps maintain an organized, efficient warehouse environment.\nResponsibilities\nReceives, stores, and distributes materials, supplies, and equipment to support operational needs.\n\nMaintains accurate inventory records for materials received, issued, and stored.\n\nInspects deliveries, verifies quantities and documentation against requisitions, invoices, and shipping records, and works with suppliers to resolve discrepancies.\n\nConducts routine inventory counts and audits, identifies variances, and supports discrepancy resolution.\n\nPrepares procurement requests for materials and supplies.\n\nMarks materials with identifying information as required.\n\nOperates forklifts as needed to move materials safely and efficiently.\n\nMaintains a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment.\n\nRequired Qualifications\nHigh school diploma.\n\nMinimum of 1 year of experience in a similar role.\n\nKnowledge of materials and hardware handling.\n\nBasic understanding of inventory control procedures.\n\nAbility to perform basic mathematical calculations.\n\nProficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word.\n\nExperience operating a forklift and ability to obtain Karman forklift certification.\n\nPreferred Qualifications\nExperience using Epicor or another enterprise resource planning (ERP) system.\n\nPhysical Requirements\nAbility to navigate all areas of the facility and reach items at various heights.\n\nAbility to stand, walk, or sit for at least 8 hours.\n\nAbility to occasionally push, pull, lift, or carry 25-50 pounds.\n\nAbility to occasionally climb stairs or ramps.\n\nAbility to use and operate a forklift.\n\nThe essential functions of this position must be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.\nSpecial Mentions\nMinimal travel may be required.\n\nThis position requires U.S. person status under U.S. export control laws, including U.S. citizens and nationals, lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees.\nBenefits\nMedical, dental, and vision insurance\n\n401(k) with company match\n\nPaid time off\n\nHealth Savings Account (HSA) with company contribution\n\nFlexible Spending Accounts (FSA)\n\nCompany-paid life and AD&D insurance\n\nShort- and long-term disability coverage\n\nTuition reimbursement\n\nKarman Space and Defense is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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