Inventory Control Technician - 7am to 3:30pm, Mon - Fri

ALLEN DISTRIBUTION•South Middleton Township, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Inventory Control Technician will maintain and monitor inventory levels and product movement for accuracy. This is a full-time position on the 1st shift, working from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, Monday through Friday, with overtime as required. The role involves coordinating product and packaging material inventory use, performing inventory audits and cycle counts, coordinating the product recoup operation, and backfilling on production lines as needed. The technician will also interface directly with customers on inventory adjustments and resolve quality issues with customers, vendors, and the Production Planner. Safety is paramount, requiring adherence to established policies, completion of equipment inspection sheets, reporting malfunctions, and wearing required PPE. Quality is maintained by collecting samples, coordinating packaging material changes, and following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and customer work instructions. Experience or willingness to train in Food Safety is required.

Requirements

Intermediate computer skills including Microsoft office.
Accurate data entry skills.
WMS experience.
Document scanning and copying skills.
Basic office skills.
Good communication skills.
Ability to perform basic arithmetic, reading, and writing skills.
Ability to understand the production schedule.
1-3 years’ experience in Inventory Control.
Count back inventory reconciliation.
Inventory audits for outbound shipments.
Self-starter/self motivated; ability to work independently as well in a group settings.
Interface directly with customers on inventory adjustments.
Must have experience and be knowledgeable about Food Safety or willing to receive training in Food Safety.

Nice To Haves

Works the hours needed to support the business goals (including overtime, weekends and holidays).
Remains open-minded, performs a wide variety of job tasks, transitions from task to task effectively (multi-task).
Always present and punctual; arrives prepared for work.
Completes work in a timely, accurate and consistent manner.
Plan and schedule your time off in advance with your supervisor or manager.
Avoid unscheduled days off which will result in attendance points.
Maintains a “Whatever it Takes” attitude.
Lives by company stated values and inspires others.
Approaches new tasks with an interest to learn.
Has the ability to learn techniques as job task requirements change.
Seeks out additional work when job tasks are completed.
Goes above and beyond required tasks.
Participate in pre-shift meetings and department meetings.
Display pride in your work area by maintaining daily housekeeping of our operations building, equipment, break rooms, restrooms, smoke areas, etc.…
Promote teamwork and assist in all areas and processes in the operation as needed / required.
Maintains high standards despite pressing deadlines.
Produces accurate, thorough and professional work.
Understands the importance of “Only Handle It Once – OHIO”, by completing work correctly the first time.
Follows all written and verbal instructions provided by management, project leader, etc.…
Shares all information in a professional and factual manner ensuring the best decisions are made for the company.
Report all issues to your manager/supervisor.
Maintains an appropriate appearance and dresses in accordance with the established dress code guidelines to your respective position.
Follows all rules, guideline, and practices.
Informs supervisor / manager immediately if unsafe conduct or conditions arise.
Maintain a professional and courteous relationship with customers.

Responsibilities

Maintain and monitor inventory levels and product movement for accuracy.
Coordinate product and packaging material inventory use.
Perform inventory audits and cycle counts as required.
Coordinate the product recoup operation.
Backfill on production lines as needed.
Interface directly with customers on inventory adjustments.
Coordinate, problem solve, and communicate inventory issues to customers, vendors, and Production Planner.
Work with customers/vendors/Production Planner to resolve quality issues.
Collect samples when requested by customers.
Work with Production Planner to coordinate packaging material changes.
Follow established Dock Safety policy.
Complete the Motorized Equipment Daily Inspection sheet.
Report all equipment malfunctions to manager and/or maintenance immediately.
Wear PPEs as required.
Follow safety and security policies and SOPs.
Follow food/safety SOPs and AIB standards.
Ensure customer requests are responded to within an hour.
Provide customer with an estimated time of completion including factual response.
Immediately escalate to management customer’s complaint (i.e. inabilities to meet customer requests or customer reported errors).