Materials Inventory Technician (Crew D) Ontario, OR

Simplot•Ontario, OR

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Materials Inventory Control Technician monitors daily inventory movements by preparing and maintaining inventory records. The role manages inventory in the dry ingredient room, handles incoming and outgoing truck shipments, and ensures materials are accurately staged, tracked, reconciled, and stored according to FIFO practices. The technician also conducts cycle counts and data audits, monitors food-grade starch inventory, and coordinates its pickup with the customer. This position supports operational goals through communication with team members and support groups, and follows Company policies, plant procedures, the Collective Bargaining Agreement, and standards for safety, quality, food safety, sanitation, and GMPs. It uses computer systems and Microsoft Office to document and track shift information and complete reports. The technician operates and inspects a forklift and maintains clean, organized work and storage areas. The role is full-time on Crew D, with a scheduled shift from 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. Overtime is common and may be required to meet operational needs. The position is based at the GF Plant in Ontario, Oregon, and requires working in refrigerated and freezing environments and around products containing soy, wheat, and dairy. Pay is $23.16 per hour. Travel is not required, and relocation assistance is not offered.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Strong analytical skills to resolve complex inventory reconciliation issues.
Advanced knowledge of computer systems.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Detail-oriented, with initiative.
Ability to work effectively with large volumes of data.
Ability to work in refrigerated and freezing environments.
Must be able to work around and consume products containing soy, wheat, and dairy.

Responsibilities

Maintain communication with team members and support groups in a participative management style that supports operational goals.
Comply with Company policies, plant procedures, and the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Manage dry ingredient room inventory; load and unload trucks and inspect incoming supplies.
Monitor the movement of materials and ingredients to ensure FIFO practices.
Monitor production schedules to stage appropriate materials and reconcile unused materials.
Conduct cycle counts, reconcile inventory, and audit inventory data.
Monitor food-grade starch inventory and coordinate customer pickup.
Follow safety, quality, food safety, sanitation, and GMP standards.
Follow safety rules and regulations to avoid injury to self and others.
Perform food safety sanitation and cleaning procedures for processing equipment, tools, and the dry ingredient storage area.
Use computer systems and programs to communicate, document, and track shift information, and complete documents and reports accurately and promptly.
Operate a forklift and perform daily inspections of forklift equipment.
Maintain a clean and organized work area.