Cycle Counter

LM Manufacturing•Detroit, MI

19d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the general direction of the Material Supervisor, the Cycle Counter works independently and confers regularly. The Cycle Counter will work closely with the Material team, will analyze inventory discrepancies and conduct scheduled and unscheduled cycle counts.

Requirements

Cycle Counter may be exposed to elements such as temperature and noise during time spent in the plant. Travel, on rare occasions, may be required with occasional overnight accommodation at various locations. Overtime may be required to meet production expectations
Some of the equipment and tools used are computer, telephone, fax machine, copier/printer, measuring instruments, communication devices, and a projector
Ability to work well in a fast paced environment and with a variable workload
Ability to work flexible hours in a fast-paced environment in order to meet customer requirements
Possesses excellent verbal and written communication skills
Must be able to interact effectively with other team members
Strong ability to multi-task and work independently
Strong analytical skills, excellent at managing data at a detail level
Complies with, supports and models MEVS’s operational procedures/policies, Employee Handbook, and Magna’s Employee’s Charter, Corporate Constitution, and Operational Principles
Complies with relevant Quality and Environmental programs (e.g. TS16949, ISO14001)
Complies with all Health and Safety programs in accordance with OSHA. Follows and ensures Company procedures regarding safety rules and regulations are followed
Keeps work area clean and organized
High School diploma or equivalent.
Associate degree or higher
Minimum of 3years’ experience in shipping and receiving
General knowledge in inventory control, material planning and ERP system
Computer literate with Intermediate skill level in Excel and Microsoft office, Access knowledge a plus
Working knowledge of Engineering Change types
Familiarity with min max violation process
Old part/new part carryover
Version/revision levels and impacts

Responsibilities

Developing cycle count plans
Perform cycle counts accurately and efficiently
Execute cycle count of materials as directed or as scheduled
Inventory min violation process and root cause analysis/corrective action
Signage/labeling accuracy to PFEP (integration with Engineering)
Modifications to plant floor and marketplace footprints/master layout (integration with Engineering)
Min/Max analysis and right sizing to operational min quantities on hand and CMS levels
Inventory max conditional analysis and corrective action
Marketplace storage ownership
Perform a thorough investigation in the event there are any inventory losses
Assist with cycle count adjustments in the CMS system as directed
Review inventory movements to ensure proper transactions are being made within CMS
Assist in completing necessary paperwork as directed
Communicate inventory errors to the Inventory Analyst
Operate forklift and reach truck equipment as needed to validate inventory
Conduct all activities in a safe manner
Audit production and scrap reports for accuracy and validating the entries into the ERP system
Ensure continual material flow into all required locations
Provide data to Materials team to promote lean inventory levels on all WIP material in accordance with defined safety stock levels
Attends departmental and plant-wide communication meetings as scheduled
Attends training as scheduled
Other duties as required
Consult with your Supervisor or designee if you are not 100% sure of how to perform tasks.
Displays a positive attitude towards safety, works safely and follows all the Company's safety policies and procedures./
Complies with all Health, Safety and Environmental standards in accordance with company policies, the Occupational Health & Safety Act. and the Michigan Occupational Health & Safety Act.
Ensures all employees and visitors have a safe environment in that safety and housekeeping standards are maintained; and all hazards, unsafe actions, or unsafe conditions have been identified, corrected, and/or eliminated.
Responds to and investigates all reports of injuries, accidents, illnesses, near misses and property damage immediately.
Takes an active part in the division’s safety program by performing regular workplace inspections, effectively investigates accidents/incidents promptly, and assists in meeting or exceeding the division’s safety goals.
Complete other duties as assigned.