Cycle Counter/Stand Up Forklift

Great Kitchens Food Manufacturing•Romeoville, IL

21h•Onsite

About The Position

Stand Up Reach Truck/Cycle Counter- Location · Romeoville, IL Department · Logistics Reporting to · Warehouse Manager Key Accountabilities · Accurate reporting of inventory accuracy · Perform Root Cause Analysis · Auditing of various inventory related functions · Report issues and variances · Primarily cycle count by location unless given other task by Inventory Manager · Review each pallet during cycle count to ensure count, label and location correct Responsibilities Cycle count locations · Cycle count each location in a sequential order for an aisle that is assigned by the Inventory Manager, using to the cycle count procedure. Cycle count by product. The products are to be specified by the Inventory Manager or Analyst using the documented cycle count procedure Reset product found in the wrong location · Other duties as may be assigned or volunteered for. Root Cause Analysis · Investigate and reconcile inventory discrepancies · Record discrepancies found during cycle count or audits on log · Ensure timely communication of inventory discrepancies to the Inventory Control Manager and Logistics to mitigate impact to internal and external customers Audits · Randomly audit daily receipts provided by the Logistics department for put-away location accuracy. · Randomly audit sales orders and transfers for adherence to Best Practices · May audit materials released to and returned from Production and check their corresponding put-away locations to ensure the information is being recorded properly · Communicate audit performance to the Inventory Manager on a daily basis · Must meet and/or exceed targets for cycle counts and inventory audits as directed by the Inventory Manager. · Assist in both the semi-annual and annual Physical Inventory activities; including inventory preparation, training, and ensuring all PI policies are followed and executed in a timely fashion. · Have a clear understanding of expectations, process, procedures, product knowledge/requirements, and GREAT KITCHENS FOOD COMPANY systems · Ensure all associates are treated equitably and with respect, consistent with GREAT KITCHENS FOOD COMPANY’s Mission and Values · Support GREAT KITCHENS FOOD COMPANY’s established best practices and SOPs · Support safety and Compliance Policies and Programs · Various tasks and duties may be assigned by the Inventory Manager · Responsible for upholding, following and maintaining the requirements of the SQF Food Safety Code for Manufacturing.

Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The ability to follow directions is extremely important.
Ability to use scanners and RF equipment
Computer literate, including use of email
Detail minded
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
Must be able to work flexible hours Refrigerated and Frozen areas.
Must be able to read English, count accurately, do simple math, and write legibly.
High School or GED
Must be trained and certified in the safe and efficient operation of Forklifts, Walkie-Riders, Stand-ups (as needed).
Must be able to stand for long periods of time

Responsibilities

Cycle count locations
Cycle count each location in a sequential order for an aisle that is assigned by the Inventory Manager, using to the cycle count procedure.
Cycle count by product.
The products are to be specified by the Inventory Manager or Analyst using the documented cycle count procedure
Reset product found in the wrong location
Other duties as may be assigned or volunteered for.
Investigate and reconcile inventory discrepancies
Record discrepancies found during cycle count or audits on log
Ensure timely communication of inventory discrepancies to the Inventory Control Manager and Logistics to mitigate impact to internal and external customers
Randomly audit daily receipts provided by the Logistics department for put-away location accuracy.
Randomly audit sales orders and transfers for adherence to Best Practices
May audit materials released to and returned from Production and check their corresponding put-away locations to ensure the information is being recorded properly
Communicate audit performance to the Inventory Manager on a daily basis
Must meet and/or exceed targets for cycle counts and inventory audits as directed by the Inventory Manager.
Assist in both the semi-annual and annual Physical Inventory activities; including inventory preparation, training, and ensuring all PI policies are followed and executed in a timely fashion.
Have a clear understanding of expectations, process, procedures, product knowledge/requirements, and GREAT KITCHENS FOOD COMPANY systems
Ensure all associates are treated equitably and with respect, consistent with GREAT KITCHENS FOOD COMPANY’s Mission and Values
Support GREAT KITCHENS FOOD COMPANY’s established best practices and SOPs
Support safety and Compliance Policies and Programs
Various tasks and duties may be assigned by the Inventory Manager
Responsible for upholding, following and maintaining the requirements of the SQF Food Safety Code for Manufacturing.