Cycle Counter 2nd Shift

LayerZero Power Systems.•Streetsboro, OH

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Cycle Counter maintains the accuracy and integrity of inventory across assigned LayerZero manufacturing and warehouse facilities. This hands-on position performs scheduled and ad hoc cycle counts, verifies material quantities and locations, and documents findings according to the company’s inventory control program. The role investigates inventory discrepancies, identifies potential root causes, and communicates issues requiring adjustment, escalation, or corrective action. It partners with Materials, Production, Receiving, Shipping, Purchasing, and other operational teams to ensure ERP records accurately reflect physical inventory. The position reports to the Plant Master Data Analyst (PMDA) and is an on-site role in Streetsboro and Aurora, Ohio, working the second shift.

Requirements

Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
High attention to detail and a demonstrated commitment to accuracy.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while following established procedures.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Comfort using handheld scanners, computers, and standard workplace technology.
Ability to prioritize assigned work in a fast-paced manufacturing and warehouse environment.
Ability to work cross-functionally with Materials, Production, Receiving, Shipping, Purchasing, and other operational teams.
High school diploma or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

Previous warehouse, inventory control, cycle counting, materials, or manufacturing experience.
Experience using ERP or inventory management systems.
Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central.
Experience investigating inventory discrepancies or supporting physical inventories.
Familiarity with FIFO practices, warehouse location systems, and inventory labeling standards.

Responsibilities

Perform scheduled and ad hoc cycle counts according to the facility’s cycle counting program and assigned priorities.
Physically count raw materials, components, work-in-process, and finished goods; verify item numbers, quantities, units of measure, labels, and storage locations.
Follow count procedures and complete count work within established timelines while prioritizing accuracy and avoiding disruption to production or warehouse flow.
Support wall-to-wall physical inventories, annual inventory audits, and other inventory verification activities.
Compare physical inventory with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central records and identify shortages, overages, and location discrepancies.
Investigate variances by reviewing locations, labels, recent material movement, and available transaction history; identify potential root causes.
Recount and validate findings, document discrepancies, and communicate issues requiring adjustment, escalation, or further investigation to the PMDA.
Support corrective actions and follow-up counts intended to prevent recurring inventory issues.
Verify that inventory is stored in the correct location and properly identified and labeled; identify incorrect, duplicate, obsolete, or unauthorized locations.
Help maintain organized, accurate inventory locations; follow FIFO practices where applicable and report aged, damaged, or improperly stored material.
Use Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, handheld scanners, computers, and other inventory tools to review inventory information and assigned count activity.
Maintain complete and accurate count and investigation documentation, follow inventory adjustment workflows, and provide supporting documentation for requested corrections.
Protect the integrity and confidentiality of inventory records and company information.
Communicate inventory concerns and help operational teams locate materials and resolve inventory-related questions.
Identify process improvements and participate in inventory cleanup, location validation, ERP data cleanup, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Follow standard work and provide practical feedback when procedures do not reflect actual operating conditions.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment; follow safety policies, material-handling practices, and facility procedures.
Escalate unsafe conditions, damaged material, or other risks, and perform additional inventory-related duties or support other facilities and operational areas as assigned.

Benefits

$0-cost dental insurance.
$0-cost vision insurance.
$0-cost short-term and long-term disability insurance.
$0-cost life insurance with additional buy-up options.
Medical plan choices, including one no-cost medical option and two additional buy-up plan options.
$0-cost Employee Assistance Program offering confidential counseling and support services.
Employer Health Savings Account contributions to help offset health expenses.
Retirement plan options with generous employer matching contributions.
Paid parental leave.
Professional development and opportunities to improve skills and advance a career.