INVENTORY CONTROL SPECIALIST II -2ND SHIFT

Now Foods•Bloomingdale, IL

2d•$19 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for maintaining the accuracy of the computer perpetual inventory system, identifying and correcting variances, and analyzing slow-moving inventory. The specialist will coordinate and perform cycle counts, review counts for accuracy, and communicate potential quality issues. They will also track missing items, assist in processing returns, and enter information into Oracle. Additionally, the role involves reviewing reconciliation documents, researching errors in various reports, pulling product samples, and supporting QA during audits. Adherence to safety and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) is required, along with participation in safety training and initiatives.

Requirements

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to communicate effectively to groups of customers or employees.
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability, statistical inference, and higher math functions.
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with various concrete variables in situations with limited standardization.
Ability to interpret various instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Moderate level of computer data entry experience required.
Forklift certification is required.
Regularly required to stand and/or walk, climb stairs, use hands to inspect, handle, feel, and/or use a tape dispensing gun, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear.
Required to access the products on the floor or low shelves and operate a hand truck or forklift with a 24-inch step.
Must regularly lift, move (in some cases drag items), raise, and/or place: Lift up to 55 lb. from at least 5 inches of the ground up to 62 inches high.
Lift up to 55 lbs. from at least 5 inches off the ground to 30 inches high; transfer from 30 to 50 inches high and return to the original position.
Lift up to 55 lb. from 12 inches to 36 inches high, transfer from 36 to 50 inches high, and return to the original position.
Raise a 55-lb. pallet from the floor to one side, move it up to 10 feet, and return it to its original position.
Move pallet jacks by pushing and pulling with a force of up to 42 lbs. at 36-inch height.
Open and close truck doors. Pull down with 70 lbs. of force from 75 inches and pull up with 70 lbs. of force from 9 inches.

Nice To Haves

A high school diploma, two years related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, is preferred.
A strong inventory control background with particular emphasis on cycle counts, inventory investigation, return to vendors, and scrap material is also preferred.

Responsibilities

Helps maintain the accuracy of computer perpetual inventory.
Assists in identifying variances in the computer perpetual inventory and makes corrections in the computer inventory.
Assists in monitoring and analyzing slow-moving Inventory.
Coordinates, schedules, or performs cycle counts of finished goods and bulk materials.
Review counts or posted counts and ensure count accuracy.
Communicates potential quality issues and addresses FEFO, age in transit, receiving discrepancies, and inventory transfer errors.
Track missing items by reviewing transactions, including inter-org transfers, Sales orders, RMA Receipts, Credits, and Invoices.
Assist in processing Returns to suppliers, donations, and Freight Claims
Enters information in Oracle and maintains electronic or physical records.
Reviews reconciliation documents to ensure the accuracy of lot numbers and informs Purchasing of any receiving issues or discrepancies.
Assists in researching errors in production tickets, receiving reports, shipping documents, etc.
Pulls product samples for Sales, Marketing, HR, R&D, QC, or other departments.
Coordinates and participates in annual cycle count audits.
Support for QA during audits and assist with lot trace and mass balance when needed.
Adhere to safety and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) requirements at all times.
Participate in safety training and initiatives to promote a workplace safety culture.
Supports a culture of safe production and operations; follows all safety rules and procedures.
Actively participates in the safety program by engaging in training activities to learn what constitutes a safety hazard, reporting safety concerns to the supervisor, submitting safety suggestions, and correcting or reporting to the appropriate people when an employee sees a workplace health or safety hazard until it is resolved.
Assist with communicating safety information to new employees.
Fulfills responsibilities as outlined in the company safety management plan.