Tooling Inventory Specialist
Zephyr WindsTooling / Inventory Control Specialist Zephyr Repower, LLC Location: Alden, IA – On-Site Travel: Approximately 25% Pay: $30.00–$36.00 per hour FLSA Status: Non-Exempt About the Role Zephyr Repower is seeking a highly organized and dependable Tooling / Inventory Control Specialist to support our operations in Alden, Iowa . This position plays a critical role in keeping our teams equipped and operations running efficiently by maintaining tooling and inventory, coordinating procurement activities, managing equipment maintenance and repairs, and ensuring materials are accurately received, stored, tracked, and maintained. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable balancing inventory control, vendor coordination, administrative responsibilities, and hands-on support in a fast-paced operational environment. What You’ll Do Maintain accurate tooling, equipment, and inventory records. Communicate effectively with vendors and assist in resolving vendor-related issues. Issue approved purchase orders to vendors. Track vendor lead times and on-time performance. Receive, organize, and maintain required documentation. Ensure materials, tooling, and equipment are properly received and stored. Maintain current tooling and equipment lists. Coordinate with management to schedule in-house and outsourced tooling maintenance and repairs. Monitor tooling and inventory levels and assist with quarterly stock counts. Research and resolve inventory discrepancies, including loss, damage, and record inaccuracies. Assist Accounting with invoice and receipt discrepancies. Collaborate with other Zephyr divisions when procuring materials to identify opportunities for company-wide savings. Ensure new and used materials are appropriately valued within the ERP system. Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment while optimizing available space. Follow company processes, procedures, quality standards, safety requirements, and regulations. Communicate and cooperate effectively with supervisors, coworkers, vendors, and other departments. What We’re Looking For Previous experience working in an inventory management, tooling, warehouse, or related role . Previous office or administrative experience. Strong organizational and time-management skills. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office , including Excel and Word. Strong problem-solving, reasoning, judgment, and analytical skills. Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities. Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team. Familiarity with data analysis and reporting. Strong commitment to workplace safety. Ability to work extended hours when operational needs require. Associate or bachelor’s degree in logistics, inventory management, or a related field preferred . Location & Travel This is an on-site position based in Alden, Iowa . The role requires approximately 25% travel to support Zephyr operations, tooling, inventory, and other business needs. Candidates should be comfortable working in an operational/shop environment and traveling as business needs require. Why This Role Matters The Tooling / Inventory Control Specialist helps ensure our teams have the right tools, equipment, and materials available when and where they need them. Accurate inventory, properly maintained tooling, strong vendor coordination, and effective procurement support are essential to keeping Zephyr Repower projects moving safely and efficiently. Compensation $30.00–$36.00 per hour Actual compensation will be determined based on relevant experience, skills, qualifications, and other job-related factors. Pay: $30.00 - $36.00 per hour Work Location: In person