Inventory Coordinator

Ya Ya Foods USA LLC•Ogden, UT

23h•$24 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

Ya YA Foods is a dynamic and high-growth manufacturer of liquid food and unique beverages. With over 30 years’ experience, we have evolved into a versatile manufacturer and co-packer of a variety of low acid and high acid beverage and liquid food items. We are a family-owned Canadian business who prides itself in its proven track record of satisfying the needs of global multi-national customers. We are a solution provider for our customers, always striving to exceed expectations on innovation, quality, service, and speed to market. A career at Ya YA FOODS will offer you the opportunity to… Build a career, not just have a job. Work in a dynamic and high-growth company with very skilled professionals. Become part of a teamwork focused culture. Be a part of an organization that supports your future growth path.

Requirements

Must be 18 years or older with the ability to read, write and speak English specific to work instructions including but not limited to safety purposes.
High school, GED, or equivalent diploma required.
Experience with ERP database software required.
Proficiency in Excel is required.
Forklift experience required.
Four to five years working in a warehouse setting with direct experience in inventory.
Must have flexibility with the variety of work responsibilities available.
Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force at times and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
Ability to work in cold and hot environments (approximately 38F-80F degrees).
Ability to repeat motions that may include use of the wrists, hands and/or fingers, and standing or sitting for prolonged periods (average 8-12 hours).
Skills in organization, time management, prioritization, and the ability to meet deadlines for multiple tasks.
Good interpersonal skills and communication with all levels of management.
Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently.
Excellent leadership, team building.

Responsibilities

Coordinating the outflow and inflow of inventory, as well as storage activities.
Tracking and analyzing inventory maintenance, conducting inventory counts (physically verifying lots, quantities, inventory movements).
Ensuring the warehouse and production teams are following FIFO.
Keeping accurate records of inventory. Creating/presenting inventory reports.
The ability to communicate within all departments and keep things orderly and flowing with planning, procurement, production and warehouse teams.
Work with the shipping/receiving clerks to see that all goods are shipped/received and stored properly.
Support the shipping/receiving techs when necessary.
The ability to step into any position in warehouse and be certified to use and train on all warehouse equipment.
Compliance with all rules & policies regarding health safety, occupational safety, environmental safety, food safety, legal regulations, company requirements, etc.
Compliance with the Company's Integrated Management Systems which includes, but is not limited to Production, Quality, Food Safety & GMP.
Generate and review pick lists based on the production schedule and ensure materials are staged accurately and on time.
Pick and pull materials from ambient, cooler, reefer, and freezer locations as required for production.
Verify Item numbers, quantities, lot information, and expiration dates when staging and handling materials.
Review MRP requirements and ensure materials are ready for production.
Identify and communicate material shortages or inventory discrepancies that may impact production.
Return unused materials to the appropriate warehouse location and ensure inventory is accurately transacted and stored.
Perform accurate put-away, bin-to-bin transfers, and other inventory movements using the RF scanners/ERP system.
Support kitting activities and communicate closely with production, planning, and warehouse teams regarding material availability and upcoming requirements.
Operate warehouse equipment/forklifts as needed and maintain required certifications.
Assist with receiving, unloading, and loading materials as needed.
Practice customer service when interacting with other companies and clients and see to it all external parties receive a positive interaction with the company.
Other duties as assigned.