Inventory Control Coordinator
G&W Electric Co.
Coordinate inventory transactions, cycle counts, and discrepancy resolution in JDE ERP.
9 days ago ago
$46,945 - $57,503
Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Bolingbrook, IL
Onsite
Company Size
1,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Design
Technical Services
Consulting
Turnkey
Sector Specialisms
Industrial
Commercial
Higher Education
Military
Government
Power Grid Automation
Critical Power
DERs (Distributed Energy Resources)
Role
What you would be doing
erp transactions
lean inventory
process improvement
data integrity
cycle counts
compliance
- Manage the JD Edwards ERP system transactions of materials, including adjustments, transfers, reclasses and returns through the administration of the inventory transaction forms.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement lean inventory practices
- Identify inefficiencies in inventory processes and recommend improvements.
- Investigate and reconcile inventory discrepancies; document findings and support corrective actions.
- Assist in maintaining and improving ERP system data integrity related to inventory
- Monitor and manage the inventory transaction form inbox.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and industry standards for inventory handling and documentation.
- Manage the physical movement and JD Edwards ERP transactions of materials, including adjustments, transfers, and returns.
- Provide training and support floor staff on inventory procedures as needed.
- Support the implementation of inventory control procedures and best practices to reduce waste and improve inventory turnover.
- Monitor inventory levels and collaborate with Purchasing, Production, Warehouse, Finance, Receiving and Shipping teams to resolve issues.
- Support coordination and execution of daily and ad hoc cycle counts in JDE to maintain inventory accuracy across the facility.
What you bring
jd edwards
inventory control
excel
supply chain
2+ years
lean manufacturing
- Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
- Use of safety equipment and adherence to safety protocols is required.
- Familiarity with ERP systems (experience with JD Edwards preferred).
- Knowledge of inventory transactions (adjustments, scrap, backflushing, WIP movement).
- May involve standing, walking, and occasional lifting (up to 30 lbs).
- A High school diploma or equivalent; Associate or Bachelor's degree in supply chain, Engineering, business, or related field preferred.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience supporting quality audits and lean manufacturing initiatives.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Flexibility to work occasional overtime or weekends based on production or inventory needs.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications.
- An understanding of manufacturing processes, especially in the power generation or electrical components industry.
- 2+ years of experience in inventory control, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
- Short and Long-Term Disability
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Life Insurance
- Health club membership program and reimbursement
- 401 (k)
- Annual Profit Sharing
- Air-conditioned/heated state-of-the-art manufacturing facility
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
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Company
Overview
1905 Founded
Company Origin
The company was established in a small Chicago machine shop, marking the beginning of its innovative journey.
1920s Innovation
Manual Oil Switches
The company pioneered manual oil switches during the 1920s, a significant advancement in electrical equipment.
371,000 Sq Ft
Manufacturing Facility
The company operates a large, state-of-the-art facility dedicated to R&D and manufacturing.
- Two engineers invented the detachable porcelain pothead, establishing a foundation of innovation.
- The company pioneered SF₆-insulated and solid-dielectric switchgear in the 1960s–1970s, and visible-break automation in the 2000s.
- Headquartered in Bolingbrook, IL, the company operates in over 100 countries, serving investor-owned utilities, co-ops, and commercial/industrial markets.
- Typical projects include grid modernization, underground and overhead distribution, fault-limiting systems, microgrids, and infrastructure for critical sites like the Panama Canal and NASA.
- The company expanded its global reach and product portfolio through strategic acquisitions, including Italian sensor and switchgear firms between 2019–2022.
- Products operate in extreme environments—overhead, underground, underwater, and on all seven continents, from Brazil to Antarctica.
- Together, we win by creating incredible products and solutions globally.
- We accomplish anything by focusing on creating, listening, and growing side by side.
- We emphasize transparency with an open-door communication policy.
- We offer comprehensive benefits through our Total Rewards Program for health, well-being, and success.
- We participate in philanthropic causes, including Habit for Humanity, Junior Achievement, and United Way.
- We provide formal training, apprenticeships, and certification programs for professional growth.
~6,000 solar panels
Rooftop Solar Installation
Installed on the Bolingbrook headquarters rooftop, covering an area equivalent to 7.7 football fields.
1,500+ tons COâ‚‚
Emission Reduction
Reduction in carbon dioxide emissions achieved through the solar installation.
$1.8 M saved
Production Cost Avoidance
Microgrid maintained power through 13 outages since activation in 2023, preventing significant production losses.
$2.6 M received
Energy Rebates
Total rebate from ComEd, including $600k for solar and $2.0 M for battery storage.
- Microgrid includes 2 MW rooftop solar, 2 MW/4 h flow battery energy storage, 1.3 MVA flywheel, and 2 MW diesel generation.
- Since activation in 2023, the microgrid has maintained power through 13 outages.
- Solar installation generated > 3.6 GWh of energy.
- Battery system earned > $100,000 in grid payments in the first 6 months.
- Bolingbrook facility is ISO 14001 certified (since 2002) and LEED Gold certified, operating landfill-free.
- Supports ComEd’s DERMS and participates in PJM frequency regulation and ComEd peak load reduction programs.
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