Inventory Associate - $1K Sign on Bonus
About The Position
The Inventory Associate is responsible for maintaining accurate inventory records and supporting warehouse operations through cycle counting, inventory transactions, material movements, and stock reconciliation activities. Synergy Flavors, Inc. is a leading international supplier of value-added flavors and ingredients to the global bakery, confectionary, beverage, savoury and nutrition industry. Our objective is simple, to provide great tasting flavors and ingredients for our customers. To do this, we employ some of the industry's most creative minds. We are headquartered in Wauconda, IL with additional operations in Hamilton, OH; Rochester, NY and Sao Paulo, Brazil. The Inventory Associate is responsible for accuracy of raw materials used for production. This position reports to the Inventory Lead and will investigate raw material shortages, perform cycle counts, replenish convenience locations and track raw material usage. This position will support operations, finance, planning and purchasing departments to maintain accurate inventory.
Requirements
- HS Diploma/GED preferred
- Two years of general work experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
- Working knowledge in Microsoft Excel and other basic inventory software programs
- Must have attention to detail, accurate reporting and have strong calculative and analytical skills
- Ability and effectiveness to manage time to meet required deadlines
- Good written and verbal communication skills for networking and synchronizing work
- Ability to move and continuously lift 50 lbs. throughout the day.
- Must follow safety requirements and wear required PPE (safety shoes, safety glasses, face shield and respirator).
- Safe operation and control of fork truck equipment
- Knowledge of RFD equipment
Responsibilities
- Perform required daily cycle counts and review with Inventory Lead
- Utilize ERP system, inventory transaction and MRP reports to problem solve inventory shortages or discrepancies
- Investigate inventory shortages, complete the required documentation to adjust inventory and work with Inventory Coordinator to communicate and solve the problem
- Communicate hot raw material arrivals with the inventory lead to meet customer ship dates
- Plan a major role in RFD scanning process with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve inventory discrepancies
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
