Maintenance Inventory Clerk

Valmont Industries, Inc. • Steele, AL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Inventory Clerk is an entry level, hourly position that ensures critical parts, tools and supplies are available when needed to keep production /galvanizing equipment running safely and efficiently. The ideal candidate is detail-orientated, reliable and thrives in an industrial environment. This candidate understands the urgency of maintenance needs, and maintains accurate, organized inventory.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Communication skills
• Basic computer skills (email, data entry, excel)
• Ability to lift and move materials (not to exceed 50 lbs)
• Basic math skills for counting, measuring, and tracking stock
• Organizational skills to maintain storerooms and records
• Ability to follow safety procedures
• Experience in inventory, warehousing, or clerical work (minimum 1 year)
• Patience
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Attention to Detail – dependability and accuracy in record-keeping
• Flexibility – Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Working well under pressure
• Organization
• Teamwork – problem solving mindset and willingness to support maintenance needs as they arise
• Integrity

Nice To Haves

• Experience in inventory control, warehousing, or maintenance support (minimum 2 years)
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Computer Skills (Word, Excel, Power point, Outlook)
• Communicate effectively both orally and written.
• Interact with coworkers in a positive manner
• Filing and data entry
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in a heavy‑industrial environment (heat, noise, PPE requirements).

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate inventory of maintenance parts, tools and consumables, and supplies for the maintenance department.
• Perform routine cycle counts and assist with full inventory audits.
• Monitor stock levels and proactively re-order items to prevent downtime.
• Receive, inspect, and label incoming materials; verify shipments against purchase orders.
• Issue parts and tools to maintenance technicians, documenting supplies and tools removed/used.
• Keep the maintenance shop, tool room, and storage area organized.
• Assist maintenance leadership in forecasting material needs for scheduled work, shutdowns, and emergency repairs.
• Support tracking of critical spares for galvanizing equipment.
• Update and maintain inventory records.
• Prepare reports on inventory usage, stock levels, and purchasing activity.
• Maintain documentation for equipment warranties, manuals, SDS sheets, and vendor information.
• Communicate with suppliers to obtain quotes, check availability, and track order status.
• Work with AP Clerk on purchase requests and follow up on outstanding orders.
• Ensure timely delivery of materials needed for maintenance tasks and plant operations.
• Self-supervising once given instructions/guidelines
• Ability to recognize/solve practical problems, issues
• Establish priorities and reorder priorities when necessary
• Pay attention to detail and follow work instructions including required processes and procedures
• Be a team player in a diverse group assisting in other areas/in other ways as needed or when idle
• Maintain a high standard of safety

Benefits

• Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)
• 401k retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off
• Employer paid life insurance
• Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave
• Work Life Support
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
• Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED