Inventory Control Technician

Lineage Logistics•Chicago, IL

7d•$23 - $24

About The Position

The Inventory Control Technician compiles and maintains records of physical and virtual product inventories through daily cycle counting, claims management, and accounts administration within the facility. The role manages data related to ordering, receiving, storing, issuing, and shipping products to and from the facility, and orders shipping materials, supplies, and equipment to maintain inventory throughout the facility. This position is listed as a first-shift, Monday–Friday role from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The posting also says the employee must be able to work a flexible schedule and shift, including weekends if needed. The stated pay is $23–$24 per hour depending on experience; the posting separately lists a pay range of $19.18–$32.40. The role may involve working in cold storage at temperatures as low as -20°F/-25°C or dry storage sites up to 100°F/37°C, while wearing company-provided personal protective equipment and freezer gear. The employee must be able to lift at least 40 pounds, with the required weight potentially varying by facility, and operate warehouse material-handling equipment in accordance with safety standards and procedures.

Requirements

Ability to understand instructions in the country's official language or as defined by Lineage Logistics.
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Proficiency with computers, including Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to work in temperatures as low as -20°F/-25°C in cold storage sites or up to 100°F/37°C in dry storage sites while wearing company-provided personal protective equipment and freezer gear.
Ability to lift a minimum of 40 pounds; required weight may be higher depending on the facility.
Ability to work a flexible schedule and shift, including weekends if needed.

Responsibilities

Keep inventory, purchasing, shipping, and other records.
Compile data from purchase orders, invoices, requisitions, and accounting reports.
Determine stock supply and replenishment needs.
Investigate damages, inventory adjustments, and shrink issues.
Locate products to verify product identification, conduct regular cycle counts, and assist with physical inventories.
Verify shipping-order accuracy by checking stock numbers, pallet IDs, authorized substitutes, and other information against catalogs, manuals, product lists, and similar references.
Review files to identify unused items and recommend disposal of excess or damaged products.
Operate warehouse material-handling equipment to move products while following regulatory and company safety standards, policies, and procedures.
Order shipping materials, supplies, and equipment to maintain inventory throughout the facility.