Inventory Specialist

RICHARDS INDUSTRIALS INC•Cincinnati, OH

71d•Onsite

About The Position

Richards Industrials is seeking a motivated Inventory Specialist to help elevate its Core Richards business based in Cincinnati. This employee will play a key role in transforming inventory operations for product lines including Jordan Valve, Low Flow, Steriflow, Steriflow Food & Beverage, Marwin, Hex, and Bestobell. The Inventory Specialist will report directly to Richards’ Materials Manager.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Forklift license
Capable of handling 50 lb. to 200 lb. valve bodies and bar stock with the assistance of hand trucks, lifts, conveyors, and hoists
Ability to stand for long periods up to eight hours or more at a time
Must be able to multitask and organize the day’s tasks
Must adhere to all safety policies including wearing all required personal protective equipment while in shop area

Nice To Haves

Strong work ethic
Calm and resilient
Organized and detail-oriented
Motivated and proactive
Multitasker
Disciplined
Committed to Continuous Improvement
Outstanding Problem Solver
Adaptable, able to thrive in a dynamic work environment

Responsibilities

Maintain clean, safe, and organized stockroom and inventory warehouse
Reorganize and relocate inventory within the warehouses to improve storage efficiency, accessibility, and workflow
Label and tag inventory with updated location codes and product identifiers
Work with stockroom staff and stockroom manager to develop and implement new storage strategies
Cycle counting inventory monthly
Implementing process improvement strategies to minimize inventory shrinkage and improve accuracy
Training and supporting staff in best practices related to inventory management
Ensuring proper storage and handling of inventory to prevent damage or loss
Accurately perform inventory transactions using the AS400 operating system to maintain inventory integrity