Inventory Control Specialist
About The Position
Auer Steel & Heating Supply Co., a wholesale distributor of HVAC equipment and supplies operating since 1940, is hiring an Inventory Control Specialist at its Plymouth, Minnesota location. This role is suited to an organized, responsible, detail-oriented person interested in a career with an established company. The specialist counts and monitors warehouse inventory, investigates discrepancies, supports inventory and warehouse improvement initiatives, and moves products using warehouse equipment. The position also involves learning the warehouse and inventory management systems, maintaining accurate item setups, following safety procedures, and obtaining DOT certification to drive a 26-foot dock truck between nearby company locations. The duties listed are not exhaustive and may be expanded by management.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED, or one to three months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Class D driver's license.
- Must meet Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements.
- Must possess or quickly obtain the skills necessary to manage a cycle count process and a basic understanding of inventory management processes.
- Must possess the skills required to safely operate forklifts and cherry pickers.
Responsibilities
- Count products in warehouse prime and reserve locations using an RF/hand-held scanner.
- Resolve inventory discrepancies and report them to management.
- Participate in, coordinate, and provide information and recommendations for programs or projects such as work simplification, inventory bar coding, cost reduction, job training, storage layout, material movement procedures, bin replenishment, and down stocking.
- Learn the P21 warehouse management system.
- Cycle count products using the Epicore inventory management system.
- Operate forklifts or cherry pickers to move products.
- Obtain DOT certification to drive a 26-foot dock truck transporting materials from a nearby commercial/overstock location.
- Follow safety regulations and procedures.
- Ensure item setups, including SKUs, follow company procedures.
- Use reports to research and report inventory discrepancies and issues.
- Work collaboratively as part of a team and independently on warehouse improvement projects, cycle counting, and other inventory-related duties.
Benefits
- Competitive pay based on experience.
- Comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees.
- Flexible work schedules, including summer flex hours.
- First-shift schedule with no weekends.
- Paid time off for sick leave, vacation, personal time, jury duty, and holidays.
- Wellness challenges, incentives, and coaching.
- Retirement plan options with a company match.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
