Production Inventory Control 1

Worthington Enterprises•Maize, KS

About The Position

The Production Inventory Coordinator supports night-shift operations across inventory control, shipping/receiving, warehouse material flow, production and yard coordination. This role helps maintain inventory accuracy, support material flow, identify process gaps, and ensure warehouse discipline during off-shift hours. The position requires independence, attention to detail, and strong communication across teams and shifts.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or a minimum of 1 year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Demonstrated ability to safely operate a forklift and Yard Dog for the purpose of moving trailers.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
Ability to write simple correspondence.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands and fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.
The employee is frequently required to walk.
The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Nice To Haves

Experience in inventory control, warehouse operations, production support, shipping/receiving, or material handling
Strong attention to detail and ability to identify discrepancies
Ability to work independently and adjust priorities based on shift needs
Comfortable working in a warehouse environment and supporting hands-on operational tasks

Responsibilities

Perform routine cycle counts to support inventory accuracy.
Investigate and help resolve inventory discrepancies.
Identify material that is pulled, staged, stored, or labeled outside standard process and escalate recurring issues.
Support shipping and receiving activities based on operational needs.
Help coordinate inbound and outbound material flow, including trailer positioning and communication of yard/trailer issues.
Build LTL pallets and print shipping labels when needed to support outbound shipments.
Verify pallets are built correctly, labeled accurately, and staged in the proper locations.
Ensure material handling dispatches are completed accurately and on time.
Maintain warehouse organization and cleanliness throughout the shift.
Identify safety hazards, poor staging or labeling practices, and other process concerns.
Serve as a second-shift point of contact for warehouse and yard-related issues.
Communicate shift handoff notes to day shift regarding inventory concerns, trailer status, and process deviations.