Cycle Counter

Watts Water Technologies•Woodland, CA

10d•$22 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Cycle Counter to support the accuracy and integrity of inventory at our Woodland, CA manufacturing facility. This role plays a critical part in optimizing inventory processes. The successful candidate will conduct routine cycle counts, analyze discrepancies, and collaborate with the Materials Manager and Inventory Control Administrator to support accurate inventory management and component availability.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience required.
2+ years of experience in inventory control or warehouse operations, preferably in a manufacturing or production setting.
Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems (experience with SAP and/or QAD highly preferred).
Intermediate proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, XLOOKUPs, basic analysis) and Microsoft Office Suite.
Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy in handling large volumes of inventory data.
Effective written and verbal communication skills; capable of working across departments.
Strong time management and prioritization skills.
Ability to identify trends, analyze root causes, and recommend sustainable solutions.
Commitment to Watts’ values of integrity, accountability, continuous improvement and innovation, and transparency.
Punctuality and dependability.
Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing work priorities and stressful conditions.
Adherence to all personnel policies, procedures, and standards of process as implemented by Watts.
Maintain productive and collaborative relationships with other Watts employees.
Adherence to Watts’ seven cultural beliefs: Growth Mindset, Customer-Focused Innovation, Constant Communication, Clear Goals, Collaborate Globally, Be Inclusive, and Take Action.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree in business, logistics, supply chain, or related field preferred.
Familiarity with inventory KPIs (cycle count accuracy, inventory turns, etc.).
Analytical mindset and problem-solving ability
Strong sense of ownership and accountability
Team collaboration and adaptability
Clear and proactive communicator.

Responsibilities

Conduct scheduled daily, weekly, and monthly cycle counts in accordance with company policy.
Investigate and reconcile inventory discrepancies between physical counts and system data; identify root causes and recommend corrective actions.
Assist in the execution of full physical inventories, including year-end audits.
Maintain accurate tracking of raw materials, WIP, and finished goods within the ERP system (SAP).
Enter and verify inventory transactions in SAP; maintain up-to-date and precise system records.
Proactively alert the Planning Team when inventory levels for critical components are low or at risk.
Document inventory findings and maintain logs for compliance, audit readiness, and continuous improvement.
Act as a liaison between Materials, Planning, Warehouse, and Production teams to maintain operational alignment.
Participate in root cause analysis (RCA) and provide input to prevent recurring inventory issues.
Support Procurement and Planning with accurate inventory data to minimize shortages and avoid overstock.
Contribute to the development and refinement of inventory control procedures aligned with lean manufacturing and best practices.
Recommend process enhancements to improve inventory turnover, minimize waste, and support production efficiency, including E&D disposal processes.