Inventory Control Associate - Summer Intern Opportunity
About The Position
Franklin Logistics is seeking an Inventory Control Associate for a Summer Intern Opportunity. This role involves tracking and managing inventory for a customer, ensuring accuracy and up-to-date records. The intern will perform cycle counts, research discrepancies, and assist in reconciling inventory. The goal of the internship is to align customer and system inventory, and to develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for continuous inventory accuracy. The position requires travel between sites and experience in both warehouse and outdoor settings, playing a key role in operational efficiency.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Previous experience in inventory control, warehouse operations, or cycle counting preferred.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to analyze discrepancies and perform basic root cause analysis.
- Proficient with email communication and basic computer applications.
- Experience using warehouse management systems (WMS) and barcode scanners preferred.
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively across multiple locations.
- Reliable transportation and ability to travel between sites regularly.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in inventory control, warehouse operations, or cycle counting.
- Experience using warehouse management systems (WMS) and barcode scanners.
Responsibilities
- Perform inventory counts of various products for a particular customer and research discrepancies to identify root causes and support reconciliation efforts.
- Prepare, distribute, and respond to email follow-ups summarizing inventory findings and corrective actions.
- Assist in placing products on inventory hold and removing items from hold status when authorized.
- Participate in customer inventory audits and support audit preparation and documentation and send inventory count reports as requested.
- Utilize the Camelot Warehouse Management System (WMS) to access inventory reports and review item history.
- Operate handheld scanning devices to scan barcodes, verify locations, and move inventory.
- Use inventory tools and equipment including flashlights, monocular/binoculars, scanners, and tape measures.
- Follow all company safety, security, and operational procedures.
Benefits
- Paid on the job training
- A safe, clean, and respectful workplace
- Opportunity to advance within the organization
- Employee appreciation and engagement events
- Employee recognition and continuous performance feedback
- Paid Holidays and vacation time (for full-time employees after 60 days)
- Paid Time Off for employee’s birthday (for full-time employees after 60 days)
- Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage (for full-time employees after 60 days)
- Company Paid Life Insurance (for full-time employees after 60 days)
- 401k profit sharing after one year of employment
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
High school or GED
