Inventory Clerk

H-E Parts International•Beaver, WV

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Inventory Control Specialist is responsible for ensuring the accuracy of inventory through regular cycle counts. This role involves verifying inventory computations against physical counts, investigating discrepancies, and coordinating with accounting to correct errors in appropriate systems. The specialist will also investigate lost or missing inventory, work with external auditors, and serve as a subject matter expert for inventory-related IT reporting and system functionality. Additionally, the role ensures the accuracy of work orders, determines proper storage methods, and maintains inventory locations in the system. Monitoring incoming and outgoing shipments through audits, identifying process improvements, and assisting with continuous improvement activities are also key responsibilities. The position requires operating a forklift and pallet jack, marking stock items, and keeping records of stock usage and equipment. Knowledge of bridge/jib crane operation and forklift certification are necessary. The role may also involve shipping, receiving, and kit building, as well as assisting with work order completion.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent preferred.
One (1) year warehouse inventory control experience preferred.
Ability to follow company instructions and procedures.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Communicate effectively and professionally with fellow employees and management.
Basic math and reading skills required.
Basic writing and reporting requirement preferred
Basic computer skills are required.
Certified in forklift operation.
Knowledgeable in the proper use of bridge / jib crane operation, lifting rigging and proper securing of all objects.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent preferred.
One (1) year warehouse inventory control experience preferred.
Basic writing and reporting requirement preferred

Responsibilities

Conduct all activities in a safe manner, utilizing PPE and adhering to company policy and alerting others regarding potential concerns.
Verify inventory computations by comparing them to physical counts of stock and investigate discrepancies or adjust errors.
Communicate inventory results with the Warehouse Manager and the Controller.
Coordinate with Accounting to document cycle counts and correct any inventory discrepancies in appropriate systems.
Investigate lost or missing inventory.
Work with external auditors on inventory audits.
Serve as subject matter expert and work with IT to obtain necessary reporting and system functionality necessary for inventory purposes.
Ensure completed work order inventory accuracy.
Determine proper storage methods, identification, and stock location based on turnover, environmental factors, and physical capabilities of facilities.
Maintain default inventory locations in appropriate system.
Monitor the recording of incoming and outgoing shipments through random audits.
Assist with identifying process improvements.
Store items in an orderly and accessible manner in stockroom, supply rooms, or other areas.
Assist in continuous improvement and Lean activities proactively and as assigned.
Operate forklift to move inventory between warehouse and to storage areas.
Operate pallet jack to move inventory.
Mark stock items using identification tags, stamps, electric marking tools, or other labeling equipment.
Keep records on the use and/or damage of stock or stock handling equipment.
Perform additional duties assigned by management to include shipping, receiving, and kit building and strive for continual improvement in all areas of responsibility.
Assist with the completion of work orders.