Inventory Control Associate - 1st Shift

Readerlink Distribution Services•Romeoville, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Being a part of a Distribution Center means being on the very front lines of getting product to the customers safely, accurately, and as quickly as possible. You’ll reach beyond the limits of your team to partner across the organization and find solutions to support the business.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
1 or more years of inventory experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.
Ability to print and speak simple sentences well both written and verbally, in English.
Ability to read a limited number of two and three syllable words and to recognize similarities and differences between words and between a series of numbers.
Must be proficient in mathematics.
Ability to add and subtract numbers and to multiply and divide with 10’s and 100’s.
Ability to operate computer systems with minimal direction after receiving training.
Basic proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office: Excel, Outlook, Word.
Ability to navigate web-based ICQA reporting and forms, such as Microsoft SharePoint, Power BI, iSeries (AS400) and Web Focus, with minimal direction, after training.
Ability to perform basic data entry and analysis in Excel.
Ability to be trained on powered equipment as needed.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Responsibilities

Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Ability to perform daily cycle count.
Ability to verify physical inventory counts.
Ability to perform data entry into inventory management system and correct inventory record inaccuracies.
Ability to investigate and report inventory discrepancies.
Ability to track and maintain damaged titles in inventory.
Ability to conduct weekly audits.
Ability to conduct follow up after proper research, communicate the findings.
Ability to maintain documentation of the defects and root cause analysis.
Ability to set resolution steps occasionally in conjunction with your ICQA Leader and other operational leaders.
Ability to promote a safe workplace.
Responsible for the safe and efficient operation of assigned electric powered material handling equipment including Sit Down Forklift, Reach Truck, Order Picker, Pallet Jack, Pallet Stacker and Pallet Jack to support all facets of a high-volume distribution center.
Perform Forklift Operator Daily Checklists on assigned equipment.
Communicate and report any incidents to supervisor.
Perform and drive cleanliness of the physical locations.
Maintain the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition and follow prescribed safety regulations.
Identify and process damaged titles and place in designated area.
Other duties may be assigned, directed, or requested.