Inventory Control Analyst

Quanex is looking for an Inventory Control Analyst to join our team located in St. Cloud, Minnesota.

Keep inventory moving. Drive accuracy. Make an impact.
As our Inventory Control Analyst, you'll be the go-to expert for inventory accuracy—leading cycle counts and physical inventories, supporting financial close activities, processing invoices, and ensuring compliance with SOX requirements. Your work will directly support operational efficiency and business performance.

Salary: $50,000 - $60,000 annually w/ bonus potential

Work Hours: Monday – Thursday (7:30am-4:30pm), Friday (7:30am-2:30pm)

We Offer You!

• Medical, dental & vision start the 1st of the month after hire


• Medical coverage featuring wellness incentives that may significantly reduce employee premiums


• PTO, paid holidays & paid training — starts right away


• 401(k) with company match & vesting


• Employee Stock Purchase Plan


• Life insurance provided


• Tuition assistance


• Wellness resources & onsite physical therapist


• Safety-toe shoes at no cost


• Free fountain drinks and coffee during shifts


• Referral bonuses


• Supportive, people-first culture

What’s attractive about the Inventory Control Analyst position?

• Supportive & collaborative culture


• Partnering with team members and customers across the globe.


• Opportunity to grow within the organization!


• World Class Safety records


• Hands-on physical therapy, on-site for you and your spouse

What Success Looks Like:

• Inventory Management: Managing inventory levels, entering/managing purchase orders, entering/managing workorders, and addressing product with no movement.


• Monitor SOX compliance, inventory controls, and related documentation.


• Keep proper personnel informed of important developments, potential problems, and related information necessary for effective inventory management.


• Record/code invoices and generate and maintain processes for all new and existing programs.

What You Bring:

• 2-year post-secondary education or equivalent related experience, preferred.


• Inventory experience, preferred.


• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office, specifically Excel with ability to do V-Lookups, conditional formatting, etc.


• Have excellent verbal and written communication skills.


• Highly detail oriented.


• Comfortable with prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

About Quanex, A Part of Something Bigger

Quanex (NYSE: NX) is a global, publicly traded manufacturing company primarily serving OEMs in the fenestration, cabinetry, solar, refrigeration and outdoor products markets. We are A Part of Something Bigger by improving the performance and aesthetics of end products through continuous innovation, helping customers achieve greater production efficiencies, dedication to giving back to communities where we operate, producing shareholder value and helping our employees learn, grow, and thrive. Learn more at Quanex.com.

NOTE:  For individuals with nut allergies, please be advised that there is the potential to be exposed to nut products when working in our facilities.