Inventory Control Clerk
About the job
- A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
- Strong organizational skills, including the ability to plan, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks.
- High attention to detail and accuracy.
- Basic computer proficiency and ability to learn inventory and enterprise resource planning systems.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Ability to perform varied tasks within Purchasing and Inventory functions as needed.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced warehouse or operations environment.
- Physical ability to squat, sit, stand, walk, and reach regularly throughout the workday.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- The position requires regular standing, walking, sitting, hand use, reaching, and talking and/or hearing; occasional lifting or moving up to 25 pounds.
- Work takes place in an office, warehouse, and truck yard with moderate to loud noise.
- Must follow company safety policies and procedures, including proper use of personal protective equipment.
- Perform scheduled cycle counts of materials monitored by the Purchasing Department.
- Verify incoming and existing inventory against purchase orders, packing slips, and related documentation.
- Research inventory discrepancies and generate accurate inventory and rack-location reports.
- Assist in determining root causes of inventory discrepancies and support corrective actions.
- Measure, process, and label materials accurately to ensure correct identification and traceability.
- Examine materials for defects or damage and report findings to appropriate personnel.
- Prepare and maintain documentation for discrepancies, damaged material, and returned goods, including return merchandise authorization paperwork.
- Accurately enter and update material transactions in the computer system.
- Maintain accurate and organized inventory records and reports.
- Provide backup support to the Purchasing Department, including assisting with material ordering and related tasks as needed.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area.
About the company
Eastern Metal Supply is a distributor of aluminum products, specializing in extrusions and sheet materials, with a focus on service and just-in-time delivery. The company stocks and ships aluminum products from multiple regional warehouses to meet customers’ needs in construction, marine, and outdoor applications. It strengthens its lineup by acquiring niche metal businesses (for example, marine products, hurricane shutters, and patio enclosures) to broaden offerings, a growth strategy supported by investment from Wynnchurch Capital starting in 2007. EMS now operates nearly two million square feet of warehouse and manufacturing space across its locations and aims to be a dependable regional metal distributor that grows through acquisitions while maintaining steady, reliable delivery to customers.
Company Size
501-1,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Lake Worth Beach, Florida
Founded
1982
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- September 30, 2026 AMD Supply adds fencing and hurricane protection customers immediately.
- Revelio counted 1,527 employees in March 2026, and 109 active jobs show expansion.
- Newsweek named EMS a 2026 midsize workplace, supporting hiring and retention.
What critics are saying
- TCW-backed debt matures January 6, 2031, forcing refinancing before Wynnchurch’s exit window.
- AMD and Eagle integrations strain management while competitors target contractors with faster service and pricing.
- If Florida demand weakens, EMS’s hurricane and patio exposure concentrates revenue in one region.
What makes Eastern Metal Supply unique
- EMS combines 20+ facilities with 18,000+ SKUs and 98%+ on-time delivery.
- Wynnchurch backed eight acquisitions through September 30, 2026, expanding EMS’s niche categories.
- EMS owns fabrication, distribution, and technical service capabilities across aluminum, fencing, and hurricane protection.
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