Cycle Count/ Inventory Specialist

Cycle Counting / Inventory Control Specialist

Location: Lindsay, Nebraska
Department: Operations / Supply Chain
Employment Type: Full-Time

About Lindsay Corporation

Lindsay Corporation is a global leader in irrigation and infrastructure solutions, committed to improving water management, transportation safety, and operational excellence. Our employees are driven by innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement to help feed and move the world.

Position Overview

Lindsay Corporation is seeking a Cycle Counting / Inventory Control Specialist to support inventory accuracy and material integrity across manufacturing and warehouse operations. This role is essential to ensuring reliable production schedules, accurate financial reporting, and strong customer service through disciplined inventory control and continuous improvement practices.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and comfortable working across production, materials, and planning teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

What You’ll Do

Inventory Control & Cycle Counting

• Execute daily, weekly, and monthly cycle counts according to established procedures
• Maintain inventory accuracy through reconciliation of physical counts to system records
• Investigate discrepancies, document findings, and process approved inventory adjustments
• Support annual physical inventories

Analysis & Continuous Improvement

• Identify root causes of inventory variances related to receiving, production, storage, or data accuracy
• Partner with cross-functional teams to implement corrective and preventative actions
• Recommend improvements to inventory processes, material flow, and storage practices
• Participate in Lean, Kaizen, and continuous improvement initiatives

Collaboration & Communication

• Work closely with Production, Planning, Purchasing, and Shipping/Receiving teams
• Communicate inventory risks that may impact production or customer delivery
• Support accuracy of bills of material (BOMs), routings, and inventory locations

Systems, Reporting & Compliance

• Use ERP/MRP systems to perform counts, investigate variances, and maintain records
• Prepare inventory accuracy reports and metrics
• Ensure compliance with company policies, internal controls, and audit requirements

What We’re Looking For

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2+ years of experience in inventory control, cycle counting, materials, or manufacturing operations
• Working knowledge of inventory control principles within a manufacturing or warehouse environment
• Experience using ERP/MRP systems
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and basic data analysis

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or a related field
• Experience in discrete or engineered-to-order manufacturing
• Knowledge of ABC inventory classification
• Familiarity with Lean manufacturing principles
• Experience supporting internal or external audits

Skills & Attributes

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Analytical thinker with effective problem-solving capabilities
• Ability to work independently while collaborating across teams
• Clear and professional communication skills
• Comfortable working in both office and shop-floor environments

Physical & Work Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Willingness to work in manufacturing and warehouse environments with appropriate PPE
• Ability to attain sit-down/standup forklift licenses

Benefits of working at Lindsay Corporation:

• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance beginning the first of the month following your start date.
• Company paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability effective first of the month following start date.
• Voluntary Life, Accident, Long Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans available.
• 401(k) retirement plan – company match $0.50 on the dollar up to 6%, five-year vesting.
• Accrued PTO up to 15 days per year. Accrual begins on first day of employment.
• Paid Holidays
• Valuable Extras:
• Wellness reimbursement
• Tuition assistance
• Paid Parental Leave after 1 year of service
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Legal Benefits

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lindsay Corporation is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States in a full-time basis.