Cycle Counter 2nd Shift

LayerZero Power Systems Inc•Streetsboro, OH

5d•Onsite

About The Position

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

Requirements

Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
High attention to detail and 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 counting program and assigned priorities.
Physically count assigned raw materials, components, work-in-process, and finished goods.
Verify item numbers, quantities, units of measure, labels, and storage locations during counts.
Follow count procedures while avoiding disruption to production or warehouse flow.
Support wall-to-wall physical inventories, annual audits, and other inventory verification activities.
Complete assigned count work within established timelines, prioritizing accuracy over speed.
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 causes of discrepancies, recount and validate findings, and document and communicate issues to the PMDA.
Support corrective actions and follow-up counts to help prevent recurring inventory issues.
Verify inventory is stored in the correct location and is properly identified and labeled.
Identify incorrect, duplicate, obsolete, or unauthorized inventory locations and help maintain organized, accurate, easy-to-find locations.
Follow FIFO practices where applicable and report aged, damaged, or improperly stored material.
Communicate housekeeping, labeling, location, and storage concerns to the appropriate operational teams.
Use Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central to review inventory information, count activity, item history, and location data.
Use handheld scanners, computers, and other inventory tools accurately and consistently.
Maintain complete and accurate documentation for counts and investigations, 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 to Production, Receiving, Shipping, Purchasing, Materials, and the PMDA; assist teams with locating materials and resolving inventory questions.
Identify process improvement opportunities 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 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 found during count activity.
Perform additional inventory-related duties and support other facilities or 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 option and two additional buy-up options.
$0-cost Employee Assistance Program offering confidential counseling and support services.
Employer Health Savings Account contributions.
Retirement plan options with employer matching contributions.
Paid parental leave.
Personal and professional development opportunities.