Warehouse Inventory Associate - 3pm to 11:30pm, Mon-Fri

ID Logistics US•Joliet, IL

13h•$21•Onsite

About The Position

This role works in conjunction with the site Operations Manager to maintain accurate inventory levels in their location. The associate is responsible for maintaining accurate records of all inventories, handling all paperwork, and following all procedures to meet this goal. They will verify all orders received and shipped, ensuring they are properly accounted for in the company's records. The associate will also account for all defective or damaged products and follow with appropriate corrective action, and manage and reconcile all cycle counts.

Requirements

High School diploma/GED or one-year related experience in inventory control and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Requires knowledge of inventory management procedures and general warehousing terminology and practices.
Familiarity with warehouse and inventory management systems required.
Skills in mathematics, personal computers (Excel) and spreadsheets are vital.
Interpersonal and communication skills are important.
Accuracy and thoroughness required with great attention to detail.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform cycle counts daily as assigned.
Investigate inventory discrepancies found through cycle counts and determine root cause of the problem.
Pull slow moving or obsolete inventory as requested by the customer in order to dispose, salvage, or donate. This may include physically lifting or moving product or materials.
Process returned shipments by unloading the trailer and determining what is first quality or damaged inventory.
Ensure that all proper written documentation is signed off and filed.
Participate and coach LTO’s during physical inventories or samplings as requested by the customer to ensure the integrity of the inventory process.
Conduct any search to locate products within the system. Adjust records when there are discrepancies. Take steps to correct and prevent discrepancies.
Identify and research unique inventory occurrences to correct them prior to having to lock a bay or make an inventory adjustment.
Maintain food safety and sanitation standards, in accordance with Food Safety Guidelines.
Follow corporate and site-specific Good Manufacturing Practices and report noncompliance when observed.
Observe all company safety rules and assist in enforcement as appropriate.
Other duties as assigned