Inventory Control Clerk
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, investigating discrepancies, coordinating with accounting for corrections, and working with external auditors. The specialist will also serve as a subject matter expert for inventory systems, determine proper storage methods, and monitor incoming and outgoing shipments. Additionally, the role includes assisting with process improvements, storing items, operating warehouse equipment like forklifts and pallet jacks, marking stock items, and maintaining records of stock and equipment usage. The position may also involve shipping, receiving, and kit building duties.
Requirements
- 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 computer skills are required.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent preferred.
- One (1) year warehouse inventory control experience preferred.
- Basic writing and reporting requirement preferred.
- Knowledgeable in the proper use of bridge / jib crane operation, lifting rigging and proper securing of all objects.
- Certified in forklift operation.
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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
