Inventory Specialist - 3rd Shift

Makers Pride•Michigan City, IN

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Inventory Specialist coordinates weekly cycle counts and month-end activities, identifies root causes of inventory discrepancies, and works cross-functionally to resolve them. The position proactively prevents unnecessary material aging and leads by example by training material handlers in effective cycle counting and the importance of inventory accuracy. It conducts cycle counts, updates perpetual inventory, and reconciles production orders to ensure accurate finished-goods production and material consumption. This is a 3rd shift position, Monday through Friday, 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. The role serves as the point person for day-to-day inventory issues at a high-speed manufacturing site, including cycle count accuracy, reconciliation, and resolution of inventory issues across departments.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 2 years of supply chain experience.
Demonstrated math skills.
Demonstrated computer skills, including MS Office and email.
Experience with ERP or WMS programs.
Ability to work independently and take a proactive approach.
Strong organization and time-management skills.
Data analysis and problem-solving skills using defined methodologies.
Decision-making skills.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to work effectively with all organizational levels and maintain collaborative relationships with Hearthside staff.
Ability to issue and receive instructions using guidelines, handle non-routine requests, and multitask.
Detail-oriented approach.
Ability to work Monday through Friday, 10 p.m. to 6 a.m.

Nice To Haves

Forklift operation experience.
Proficiency with SAP.
SharePoint experience.
Knowledge of Maker’s Pride products, production, and inventory processes.
Knowledge of material handling, receiving, warehouse operations, and material flow.

Responsibilities

Coordinate weekly cycle counts and month-end activities.
Manage geographic cycle counts (A–Z), including generating count lists, performing counts as needed, and making cycle count corrections.
Identify root causes of inventory discrepancies and develop solutions to recurring problems.
Track and maintain cycle count and High Traffic Location (HTL) accuracy; record information in SharePoint and report weekly accuracy results.
Account for production usage for each production run and reconcile orders, checking for variances and errors.
Respond promptly to count requests from other departments according to priority and ensure accurate cycle count transactions.
Execute inventory dispositions after materials have been physically removed from the warehouse, including removing materials from SAP.
Monitor blocked quants and resolve them in a timely manner.
Monitor HTL areas and send daily follow-up emails about pallets that have remained there for more than 24 hours.
Attend drumbeats to discuss inventory control issues caused by other departments not following correct processes.
Investigate and resolve negative quantities appearing in systems.
Perform weekly and monthly CHEP reconciliations and KANBAN, TANK, and miscellaneous reconciliations.
Train material handlers in effective cycle counting and promote the importance of inventory accuracy.
Promote teamwork, safety, quality, and compliance with policies while working cross-functionally.
Perform additional duties as assigned by the Manager.