Inventory Control Technician

Matrix Adhesives•Durham, NC

About The Position

This position maintains inventory levels and the physical inventory process by conducting accurate inventory counts, investigating and resolving shortages, and reconciling discrepancies. The technician develops reports to identify inventory errors, finds solutions to prevent future errors, creates plans to correct irregularities, and shares results with leadership. The role supports accurate product flow by processing, monitoring, and closing work orders in the E1 JDE Enterprise Resource Planning System. Schedule flexibility is required to coordinate with necessary personnel and complete assigned tasks. The technician coordinates cycle counts and recounts, processes inventory adjustments, leads annual and quarterly physical inventories, and maintains 5S in finished goods and raw material warehouses. The role also monitors product flow and supplies, identifies aged or damaged inventory, and performs hazardous-waste handling and compliance duties. Extended hours may be required during inventories.

Requirements

At least 3 years of related inventory experience, including monitoring warehouse flow and storage of goods.
Solid understanding of distribution environments, inventory, and warehouse operations.
Solid computer and reporting skills, including Microsoft Office, JDE, and Paycom.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
A continuous improvement approach to processes.
Ability to follow instructions and work with minimal supervision.
Ability to adjust the work schedule to meet with necessary personnel and complete assigned tasks.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including regularly lifting and/or moving up to 40 pounds and wearing Personal Protective Equipment.

Nice To Haves

Shipping and receiving experience.
JDE software experience.

Responsibilities

Coordinate cycle count progress, identify necessary recounts, and provide regular reports on results.
Analyze data, reconcile inventory discrepancies, and accurately process adjustments from cycle counts.
Drive annual and quarterly physical inventory counts and work extended hours during inventories if required.
Own 5S of the finished goods and raw material warehouses.
Identify aged and damaged inventory, complete Inventory Adjustment forms, and input corrections in the inventory system.
Monitor product flow and supplies to help ensure smooth operations without disruptions.
Maintain a safe, clean work environment through proactive safety measures.
Dispose of hazardous waste in appropriate waste containers and transport it to the central accumulation area.
Affix hazardous material placards to bulk loads.
Monitor and control inventory to maintain RCRA compliance.
Immediately transfer liquid hazardous waste from production areas to the 90-day storage area.
Collect liquid and solid waste into satellite accumulation areas (SAA).
Transfer solid hazardous waste from SAA to 90-day storage.
Properly label hazardous waste containers.
Perform other duties as assigned.