Inventory Control Technician - Monday - Friday 6:00am - 2:30pm

ALLEN DISTRIBUTION•Avondale, AZ

8h•$23 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

The Inventory Control Technician will maintain and monitor inventory levels and product movement for accuracy. This role is crucial for ensuring the integrity of our inventory systems and supporting overall operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will possess intermediate computer skills, accurate data entry abilities, and experience with WMS (Warehouse Management Systems). They will also be responsible for conducting inventory audits, cycle counts, and coordinating with customers, vendors, and the Production Planner to resolve inventory-related issues. This position requires a self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team, while also maintaining strong communication and problem-solving skills.

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.

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, problem-solve, and communicate inventory issues to customers, vendors, and the Production Planner.
Coordinate the product recoup operation.
Backfill on production lines as needed.
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.
Collect samples when requested by customers.
Work with Production Planner to coordinate packaging material changes.
Work with customers/vendors/Production Planner to resolve quality issues.
Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and specific customer work instructions.
Follow food/safety SOPs and AIB standards.
Interface directly with customers and maintain a professional and courteous relationship.
Ensure customer requests are responded to within an hour.
Provide customers 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).