Inventory Control Associate (Swing)

Vanguard EMS, Inc. · Beaverton, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-10-08

Workplace: on_site

Department: Inventory Control

Description

The Inventory Control Associate collaborates directly with Team Coordinator and department supervisor to maintain accurate inventory and provide materials to manufacturing floor per a predetermined schedule.

Vanguard EMS, Inc. is in the service business. Even with Vanguard's state of the art technology, vast manufacturing capability, and leading-edge information tools, we wake up every day thinking about how best to serve our customers, suppliers, and the communities in which we live.

Requirements

What you’ll do:

Pick kits of material for manufacturing
De-trash boxes of received materials and put materials away
Verify paperwork and packaging of materials, printing required labels and paperwork
Receive materials in system by performing computer transactions
Move materials to inspection or stock holding areas
Work with Purchasing, Engineering or Quality to receive materials when discrepancies are identified
Cross train and assist in other areas as needed including: Stockroom, Cycle Counting, Shipping support
Performs other duties as assigned.

What you’ll need:

Displays a high-level critical thinking and analysis.
Ability to actively follow detailed directions written and verbal.
Demonstrated highly motivated strong leadership and teambuilding skills with self-motivation, problem solving abilities, team spirit and a “hands on” mentality.
Strong attention to detail.
Excellent communication in person, over the phone, email, internet or in writing in a positive and always in a professional manner.
Ability to work with minimal supervision and make productive use of time

Education and/or Experience

High School Diploma, GED or Equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

Inventory Control and Receiving experience in the PCBA industry
MRP Knowledge and/or experience

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described above are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

This Job Posting is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities associated with this position. Management reserves the right to modify and assign other duties as necessary

Benefits

Employees enjoy a benefits package including:

Medical, Dental & Vision
401K (with employer match)
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Profit sharing

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About the company

Vanguard EMS delivers electronics manufacturing services for products that must never fail. It provides high-sensitivity manufacturing and test capabilities to customers in Medical, Aerospace, Defense and Infrastructure, supported by strict processes and formal certifications. The core work involves assembling and testing electronics with a focus on quality, traceability, and compliance, guided by established procedures and continuous optimization to adapt quickly to changing needs. The company distinguishes itself by being in the top 10% of EMS providers for capabilities, emphasizing process discipline, rigorous quality control, and seamless program alignment so programs move quickly from planning to production. Its goal is to ensure reliable performance of critical electronics by delivering consistent, traceable manufacturing that reduces risk and accelerates time to market for mission-critical applications.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Beaverton, Oregon

Founded

1988

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

Vanguard EMS says it is the Northwest's largest locally owned electronics manufacturer.
2026 careers pages and active postings show continued hiring demand.
Medical and aerospace pages highlight four FDA manufacturer-of-record devices and DoD qualifications.

What critics are saying

TSMC sold 152 million Vanguard International Semiconductor shares in May 2026, signaling control risk.
Workforce stays relatively small at 250 employees, limiting capacity against larger EMS rivals.
Customer concentration in regulated medical and defense programs creates audit and recall exposure.

What makes Vanguard EMS unique

Beaverton-based, locally owned EMS with 77,000-square-foot Oregon facility.
Specializes in medical, aerospace, defense, and industrial high-reliability builds.
SMARTer Manufacturing delivers near real-time traceability across Class II and III devices.

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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Company Match
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
Profit Sharing

Vanguard EMS

Inventory Control Associate

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