Specialist- Inventory Control (1st Shift)

First Solar (US)•Trinity, AL

21h•$19 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

This role ensures SAP transactions are performed accurately and in a timely manner, adhering to First Solar Core Values and promoting teamwork to achieve the company’s mission. The Specialist is accountable for shipment processing (finished goods/non-finished goods), scheduling pick-ups, and creation of shipment documentation. This role also involves updating internal tracking systems, communicating shipment status, supporting continuous improvement activities, and assisting with physical inventories and cycle count activities. The position ensures compliance with established Sox Controls & Import/Export regulations.

Requirements

High School or GED equivalent required.
Minimum of 3 years of warehouse (shipping/receiving) experience required.
Knowledge of inventory control procedures and practices.
Organized, attentive to detail & functions with a high degree of accuracy.
Ability to analyze and solve problems effectively.
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
Knowledge and understanding of computer applications.

Nice To Haves

College course work, certification, or formal training highly desired.
Cycle counting experience is beneficial.
SAP experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensures SAP transactions are performed accurately and in a timely manner.
Ensures First Solar Core Values are adhered to and promotes teamwork to achieve the company’s mission.
Accountable for shipment processing (finished goods/non-finished goods), scheduling pick-ups and creation of shipment documentation.
Responsible for updating internal tracking systems and communicating shipment status to the requestor(s).
Supports the department’s continuous improvement activities.
Assists with physical inventories and cycle count activities.
Ensures compliance to established Sox Controls & Import/Export regulations.
Responsible for the resulting inventory and data entry reports and their accuracy.
Analyzes and investigates inventory variances. Implement correct actions as needed to reduce/eliminate variances.
Assists with finish good and WIP inventories activities.
Processes outbound shipment requests.
Prioritizes shipment requests based on the requestor delivery dates.
Processes offsite warehouse shipment requests.
Update internal tracking system(s) as necessary to reflect offsite shipments.
Supports the creation of shipping export/import documents.
Serves as a back-up to other key Inventory Control positions.
Established and promotes good housekeeping and safety practices.
Maintains a proper level of communication and fosters team building.
Other duties as assigned.