Inventory Control Specialist

U.S. Venture, Inc.•Mendota Heights, MN

8d•Onsite

About The Position

U.S. AutoForce, a division of U.S. Venture, Inc., is an industry leader in the distribution of tires, undercar parts, and lubricants. This role is responsible for ensuring the accuracy of inventory records through cycle counting and implementing efficient inventory control methods. The position involves physical demands such as lifting and working at heights, and requires strong attention to detail and communication skills.

Requirements

Must be 18 years or older to operate equipment.
1 year of warehouse/logistics or relevant experience.
Ability to safely lift 50 pounds consistently and occasionally lift up to 80 pounds.
Ability to exert a pushing force of up to 40 pounds - working with barrels and industrial/agricultural tires.
Ability to work at heights of 25 feet.
Willing to work overtime as needed.
4 years prior experience in warehouse, inventory control or related field, or equivalent training.
Ability to work independently in a fast paced environment.
Good memory and ability to work accurately with lengthy part numbers.
Able to process a large volume of paperwork with good attention to detail.
Excellent communication skills and ability to work with a variety of individuals.
Excellent math skills and understanding of basic accounting methods.
Above average scanning accuracy.
Ability to follow directions and safe operating procedures.
Ability to be trained and use powered industrial trucks (forklifts) and high reach lifts.
Successfully pass a pre-employment drug test (do not test for THC / marijuana).
Must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis and must not require U.S. Venture’s sponsorship to continue to work legally in the United States.

Responsibilities

Perform cycle counting to ensure the accuracy of inventory records, maintaining the most up to date, and efficient methods of inventory control available.
May organize, implement, adjust, and monitor cycle counts.
Develop, monitor and maintain records of adjustments to inventory, working with warehouse personnel to resolve any errors.
Follow up on customer shortages or other errors.
Create and support strong trusting working relationships within team.
Provides recommendations on process improvement and may assist in implementation.
Be cross-functional in multiple areas of the warehouse.
Has a clear understanding of the receiving and pulling processes.
Work closely with the Operations Manager to review and provide suggestions aimed to improve operational efficiency.
Reviews & organizes warehouse bin locations.
Daily cycle counting and Put Away Audit.