Cycle Counter (SugarCreek)

Sugar Creek Packing Co. and Related Companies • Cambridge City, IN

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Sugar Creek Packing Co. is a privately held, family-owned food company founded in 1966 and one of the largest independent bacon processors serving the global market. The Cycle Counter performs regular inventory cycle counts, identifies and reconciles discrepancies according to approved policies and procedures, and reports results accurately and promptly to Plant Accountants.

The role includes physical inventory verification and recordkeeping, communicating about schedules and discrepancies, and supporting company safety, food quality, and sanitation initiatives. Work is primarily in an indoor warehouse near heavy and hazardous machinery, where temperatures are approximately 28°F and the freezer is 0°F. Safety equipment is required. Some travel to other locations may be required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• One to two years of experience in a warehouse-related role.
• Forklift certification.
• Valid state driver's license.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to read, interpret, and review instructions relating to cycle-count procedures.
• Ability to work cooperatively with others.
• Strong organization skills and attention to detail.
• Basic mathematics skills.
• Ability to adapt to varied work requirements and be flexible.
• Proficiency in basic computer skills, inventory software, and Microsoft Office programs, including Excel.
• Ability to operate heavy machinery, including forklifts, scissor lifts, and man lifts.
• Physical requirements include mostly standing and walking, some sitting, using stairs, and occasionally moving items weighing less than 60 pounds.
• Ability to work in a warehouse with heavy and hazardous machinery and temperatures of approximately 28°F, with freezer temperatures of 0°F; required safety wear includes a hard hat, hairnet, hearing protection, safety glasses, steel-toe boots, coats, and other necessary equipment.
• Some travel to other locations may be required.

Nice To Haves

• Food manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform regular stock takes and cycle counts throughout the year, including the year-end stock take, and reconcile discrepancies.
• Physically verify inventory quantities and account for variances.
• Maintain an organized, retrievable filing system documenting facts, discrepancies, and issues found during cycle counts or stock taking.
• Identify inventory concerns and document facts concerning the loss, damage, destruction, or addition of materials.
• Communicate frequently with Plant Accountants about cycle-count schedules and inventory discrepancies.
• Comply with federal, state, and company policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Support safety, food quality, and sanitation initiatives and policies, and follow SugarCreek safety rules and procedures.
• Perform other duties and tasks as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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