Inventory Control Technician

Lineage•Bedford Park, IL

4d•$19 - $32

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, and orders shipping materials, supplies, and equipment to maintain inventory throughout the facility. The technician may operate warehouse material-handling equipment to move products while following regulatory and company safety standards, policies, and procedures. The role requires working in cold storage temperatures as low as -20°F/-25°C or dry storage temperatures up to 100°F/37°C, while wearing company-provided personal protective equipment and freezer gear.

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 at least 40 pounds; required weight may be greater 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 confirm correct 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.
Order shipping materials, supplies, and equipment to maintain facility inventory.
Operate warehouse material-handling equipment to move products in accordance with applicable regulatory and company safety standards, policies, and procedures.