Inventory Supply Specialist

Rockline Industries & Iatric Manufacturing•Morristown, TN

About The Position

The Inventory Supply Specialist is responsible for the maintenance of inventory controls and procedures to help achieve accurate inventory information/levels. This is accomplished through ongoing analysis of inventory transactions to identify problems, recommend solutions, and drive continuous improvement in cycle count and location accuracies. Position will support Wet Wipe Manufacturing and Logistics by conducting daily inventory accuracy levels, monitoring inventory reports, addressing inventory issues and discrepancies, and communicating issues as they occur. A key element of this role is working directly with manufacturing and logistics teams to investigate inventory issues and provide the assistance and training necessary to minimize ongoing or future concerns. Includes training on current inventory process programs, inventory reports, and applications required to monitor and address inventory concerns.

Requirements

High school diploma, or equivalent
At least one year of machine operation experience in a manufacturing setting or logistics forklift experience
Proficiency with PCs: Microsoft Office family of products (experience with Excel and pivot tables preferred), JD Edwards, and DSI scanning
Ability to lift up to 40lbs
Ability to read and write English fluently
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Strong time management/organizational skills
Ability to follow written and oral instructions
Strong communication skills
Ability to follow and write procedures
Multi-tasking
Flexibility with Schedule
Team environment and working with diverse group
Problem solving and troubleshooting required
Strong mathematical and analytical reasoning

Nice To Haves

Forklift experience preferred

Responsibilities

Reconcile Inventory Issues: Line activity and inaccuracies in the JDE system
Verification of each line’s work orders (understanding of Workbench activity and BOM needs)
Close interaction with Supply Chain Team when issues occur (accurate information)
Verification of material areas to determine quantities on hand that they match supply and demand
Address any large adjustment and investigate if accurate and needed
Report back to the line (TL and AL) on mistakes and issues discovered for accountability
Train on changes or issues with improper practices when it comes to line inventory activity
Handle inventory requests from the production floor and be a resource to the teams on data mining
Troubleshoot / assist with cycle counting tasks
Line Inventory Sheets and Updates: Ensure each line has a customized inventory sheet and handle all updates and control
Train out the Team Leads and Backup Team Leads accordingly
Collect and manage that the sheets are being completed and done correctly (no mistakes in WC/IA)
Weekly and Monthly reporting on finds and completion by shift
Work with Data Analyst on updates and changes for accuracy
Scrap Initiative: Assist in tracking and identifying issues with high scrap counts on lines (substrates mainly)
Investigation into BOL and receipts to see if quantities are received in correctly and handled through the process – mainly around substrates
Tracking of substrates showing a high scrap factor when converted – identify the process from incoming material through consumption
Assist Data Analyst with ensuring quantities are being pulled correctly with completions
Assist Data Analyst with Transfer and Re-classing focus – ensure scans are occurring and correct
Tracking of damaged substrate from handling
Raw Material Disruption Team (Wet Wipes) Facilitator of the raw material disruption team
Assist in investigation and handling of action items
Assist in recording information into JDE and aligning resources for correction
Best Practice Sharing – alignment with Logistics Resource Leaders to address ongoing concerns and needs
Project work as seen fit from the root cause investigations
Demonstrate commitment to Rockline’s RRITE Values of Renew, Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence.
Associates have a direct and important role in ensuring that all work is performed in a safe manner.
Effectiveness in carrying out this responsibility is part of each associate’s essential accountabilities.
Contribute to a cooperative working effort by demonstrating a willingness to perform other job-related work, as needed or requested.