Inventory Data Center Associate

DSV•New Albany, OH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Inventory Data Center Associate operates material handling equipment (MHE) to move, locate, relocate, stack, and count inventory. The role requires computer data entry for receipts, shipments, and inventory maintenance, and supports supervisors and managers in maintaining compliance with quality standards. Associates are expected to meet company performance, safety, and quality objectives and follow corporate and site-specific policies. The associate maintains accurate warehouse inventory, supports customer inquiries and issue resolution, handles and transfers customer materials, and maintains inventory locations. The position also involves physical inventory and cycle counts, recordkeeping, safety and housekeeping audits, and communication with management about issues or needed procedure updates. The associate may assist shipping and receiving, investigate inbound and outbound issues, and participate in meetings and cross-training activities. The work is based at DSV's New Albany, Ohio location. The expected base pay is $21.00; the posting does not provide an upper range value. Compensation depends on job-related factors. Benefits information is available through DSV's Benefits Showcase, with offerings and eligibility varying by location and division.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 6 months of experience in a logistics, distribution, or relevant environment.
Ability to operate material handling equipment.
Satisfactory completion of a forklift training program.
Basic computer skills, including use of RF scanners and WMS functions.
English reading, writing, and verbal communication skills.
Basic to intermediate math skills for verifying quantities, counting inventory, and related product-handling duties.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy, with the ability to complete tasks in a timely manner.
Ability to perform duties with minimal supervision or guidance.
Ability to adapt to change and work effectively in a stimulating, fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

1–3 years of experience working in an inventory department.
1–3 years of forklift experience.
Current or prior MHE certification.

Responsibilities

Maintain accurate warehouse inventory and appropriate inventory records and reports.
Operate material handling equipment to move, locate, relocate, stack, and count materials.
Interface directly with customers to answer questions and resolve issues.
Return customer materials to the factory and transfer materials to appropriate areas.
Relocate materials to maintain inventory ranges and locations.
Use equipment safely and follow company policies, guidelines, and procedures.
Conduct physical inventory and assist with daily or monthly in-house cycle counts as required.
Assist shipping and receiving teams in locating missing items throughout the facility.
Perform safety audits, report unsafe operations, and correct them as appropriate.
Participate in daily start-up and staff meetings and assist supervisors or management as needed.
Use computer skills for email and report generation.
Identify and record product, process, and quality-system problems; recommend or provide solutions through designated channels and verify implementation.
Review or investigate inbound and outbound issues, including unloading, checking, stacking, storing, order pulling, staging, labeling, and loading.
Ship materials to the factory upon client request and notify management when procedures require updates.
Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work area and perform housekeeping audits.
Perform other duties as required and participate in cross-training activities, including providing backup support across areas or departments.
Work flexible schedules, including nights and weekends, as required by the operation.