Warehouse Cycle Counter

New Way Trucks•Booneville, MS

About The Position

New Way Trucks is seeking a Warehouse Cycle Counter to maintain accurate inventory levels throughout the warehouse. The role performs scheduled cycle counts, investigates inventory discrepancies, and works with warehouse, receiving, shipping, and production personnel to identify causes of inventory variances and improve inventory accuracy. Inventory includes raw materials, work-in-process, finished goods, and warehouse supplies. The position also supports inventory records in the ERP or Warehouse Management System, audits transactions and locations, and helps with physical and annual inventory counts. The role contributes to inventory integrity by ensuring items are correctly stored, labeled, and organized; reporting damaged, obsolete, or misplaced inventory; and following company safety policies. The employee may also assist with other warehouse functions as needed. Performance measures include inventory accuracy, cycle count completion, discrepancy resolution, adjustment and location accuracy, completed root-cause investigations, annual physical inventory accuracy, and safety compliance.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
1–3 years of warehouse or inventory control experience preferred.
Experience using ERP, MRP, Epicor, or Warehouse Management Systems preferred.
Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Excel.
Strong mathematical and analytical skills.
Excellent attention to detail.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
Understanding of warehouse operations and inventory control processes.
Knowledge of FIFO (first-in, first-out) inventory practices.
Ability to accurately read part numbers, labels, and inventory documentation.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Commitment to continuous improvement and inventory accuracy.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods; frequently lift up to 50 pounds; bend, stoop, climb ladders, and reach overhead.
Ability to work in varying warehouse temperatures.

Nice To Haves

Experience with raw materials, fabricated components, and finished goods.
Familiarity with manufacturing workflows and production inventory transactions.
Understanding of lot control, serial numbers, and traceability, if applicable.
Experience supporting Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
Forklift or pallet jack certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform daily cycle counts according to the established schedule.
Count raw materials, work-in-process (WIP), finished goods, and warehouse supplies.
Compare physical inventory counts with system quantities.
Investigate, document, and resolve inventory discrepancies.
Process inventory adjustments according to company procedures and approvals.
Identify recurring inventory issues and recommend corrective actions.
Audit inventory locations and ensure products are stored in the correct bins.
Audit receiving, put-away, production, and shipping transactions for accuracy.
Support maintenance of inventory records within the ERP or Warehouse Management System (WMS).
Support physical inventory counts and annual inventory audits.
Ensure products are properly labeled and organized.
Report damaged, obsolete, or misplaced inventory.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment and follow company safety policies and procedures.
Assist with other warehouse functions as needed.