Inventory Control Technician - 1st Shift- 7am to 5:30pm - Tues - Fri

Warehouse•Allentown, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Maintain and monitor inventory levels and product movement for accuracy. This role is crucial for ensuring the smooth operation of the warehouse and supporting business goals. The Inventory Control Technician will be responsible for coordinating product and packaging material inventory use, performing audits and cycle counts, and resolving inventory issues. They will also coordinate the product recoup operation and backfill on production lines as needed. A strong emphasis is placed on safety, quality, and customer interaction.

Requirements

Intermediate computer skills including Microsoft office, accurate data entry skills, WMS, document scanning, copying and 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
Must have experience and be knowledgeable about Food Safety or willing to receive training in Food Safety.

Nice To Haves

Interface directly with customers on inventory adjustments

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.
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 our 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 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).

Benefits

Flexibility to work hours needed to support business goals (including overtime, weekends and holidays).
Opportunity to learn new techniques as job task requirements change.
Opportunity to seek out additional work when job tasks are completed.
Opportunity to go above and beyond required tasks.
Participation in pre-shift meetings and department meetings.
Opportunity to display pride in work area by maintaining daily housekeeping.
Promote teamwork and assist in all areas and processes in the operation as needed / required.
Opportunity to maintain high standards despite pressing deadlines.
Opportunity to produce accurate, thorough and professional work.
Understanding the importance of “Only Handle It Once – OHIO”.
Follow all written and verbal instructions provided by management, project leader, etc.…
Share all information in a professional and factual manner ensuring the best decisions are made for the company.
Report all issues to your manager/supervisor.
Maintain an appropriate appearance and dress in accordance with the established dress code guidelines.
Follow all rules, guideline, and practices.
Inform supervisor / manager immediately if unsafe conduct or conditions arise.
Willingness to receive training in Food Safety.