Lead Inventory Control Associate (5AM - 1:30PM)
About The Position
Serves as a point-of-contact for inventory-related tasks and issues in a distribution center. Supports management by providing guidance and training to inventory control associates. Problems are typically difficult and/or high impact. Troubleshoots complex support or operational problems for junior level associates. Under limited supervision, independently resolves issues and applies a variety of methods to develop customized solutions. May lead the daily operations of a department or team. Work typically involves infrequent review of output by a supervisor or direct customers of the process. Assists with supervisory duties but does not have hiring/firing authority. Trains, delegates tasks, and reviews the work of junior level associates.
Requirements
- 18+ years of age
- Able to pass a drug test
- Ability to lift up to 50lbs, walk, move, push, and pull product throughout the day
- Willingness to train to operate order/cherry picker, reach, electric pallet jack or similar equipment
Nice To Haves
- 3+ years of experience working multiple departments in a distribution center
- Previous experience operating material handling equipment (reach, order picker, and epj)
- Prior experience in a lead or mentorship role
- Technical certification or associate degree may be required in some areas.
- Generally 7+ years of experience in area of responsibility.
Responsibilities
- Coaches and trains inventory control associates on inventory and count procedures.
- Coordinates and prioritizes inventory control work to ensure tasks are completed in an efficient and timely manner.
- Records and reports all inventory adjustments, pallet audits, and discrepancies on a weekly basis.
- Reviews cycle counts and tracks discrepancies to ensure inventory accuracy.
- Checks for product quality and communicates quality issues to vendors.
- Determines the appropriate placement for inventory based on size, selling volume, and other applicable factors.
- Assists with loading damaged merchandise into delivery vehicles using powered and non-powered material handling equipment.
- Serves as back-up for all inventory and general warehouse functions.
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 401K
- Paid-Time Off
- Sick Time
- Tuition Reimbursement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
