Warehouse Inventory Control Specialist

United State Cold Storage Inc / USCS•Minooka, IL

About The Position

The Warehouse Inventory Control Specialist resolves inventory discrepancies during normal warehousing operations, performs inventory checks and updates inventory records, and supports customer and facility reporting needs. The role serves as a liaison for warehouse-related internal or external audits and customer or agency visits, carries out customer hold procedures, and monitors inventory accuracy using reports. The position may also involve physical inventories, recovering pallets improperly seated on racks, operating equipment at elevated heights with required fall protection, assisting during escalated situations, and performing Warehouse Associate duties as needed. The position is in operations, with location and department varying, and reports to the Inventory Supervisor. Travel is minimal. The role may require additional work hours requested by management. Full-time employees not under contract are offered the listed benefits, subject to applicable eligibility periods and elections. The work involves a temperature range of +50°F to -30°F and moderate noise levels. Physical requirements include regular bending and lifting up to 50 pounds, occasional lifting up to 70 pounds with assistance, overhead lifting, extended standing and walking, and use of hands to handle objects, tools, or controls. The employee may use stairs and must be able to use a computer and other equipment to carry out daily activities. Effective communication, vision, and hearing are identified as essential for safety and productivity.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
Problem-solving skills.
Bend and lift up to 50 pounds regularly and lift up to 70 pounds occasionally with assistance.
Work in temperatures from +50°F to -30°F with moderate noise levels.
Lift overhead when required; stand and walk for extended periods; use hands to handle objects, tools, or controls.
Use scanners, tablets, radios, phones, computers, and other essential warehouse equipment as required.
Effective communication, vision, and hearing for safety and productivity.
Strong arithmetic and reading skills; follow verbal and written instructions and company policies.
Work independently and coordinate with others; manage stress and meet productivity guidelines in a fast-paced environment.
Frequent personal interaction and communication.
Additional work hours may be requested by management.
Operate a registered motor vehicle if it is part of daily tasks.

Nice To Haves

Forklift experience preferred.
Inventory experience preferred.
Microsoft Word and Excel experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Resolve inventory discrepancies during normal warehouse operations and communicate with leadership.
Perform cycle counts, work orders, and other inventory checks to answer customer inquiries.
Enter or update inventory records in the system to correct discrepancies.
Act as a liaison for warehouse-related internal or external audits and customer or agency visits.
Perform customer hold procedures, including labeling, relocating, and daily cycle-count checks.
Monitor inventory accuracy and take corrective action using hold reports, lot audit reports, and inventory aging reports.
Prepare inventory reports for customers and facility needs.
Operate equipment at elevated heights, using fall protection when required.
Recover pallets that are improperly seated on racks.
Assist in escalated or critical-need situations.
Prepare for and participate in physical inventories.
Communicate inventory discrepancies to Customer Accounts and other departments as necessary.
Perform Warehouse Associate duties as needed.
Maintain a professional demeanor in appearance and communications.
Participate in staff and customer meetings as required.
Take initiative to prevent non-conformities related to product, process, and quality systems; identify and report issues and propose and implement solutions through appropriate channels.
Follow posted building security procedures and participate in safety and educational training programs.

Benefits

401(k) plan after one year for eligible full-time employees not under contract.
Educational assistance after one year for eligible full-time employees not under contract.
Blue Cross Blue Shield medical coverage available after 30 days of service, if elected.
Company life insurance.
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage options.
Legal insurance, pet discount, critical illness, accident insurance, hospital indemnity, long-term care, permanent life insurance, identity theft protection, short-term and long-term disability insurance, and additional disability benefit.
Basic life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, voluntary life insurance, voluntary spouse life insurance, and voluntary child life insurance.
Health and dependent flexible spending accounts and commuter accounts.
Telemedicine, virtual primary care, prescription specialty copay assistance, weight management, chronic condition management, care navigation, 24/7 nurse line, expert medical opinion, maternity program, health advocacy, employee assistance, and digital cognitive behavioral and physical therapy services.
Behavioral and mental health platforms, auto and home discount program, secure travel protection, and discount programs.
Paid time off.
MARC performance incentives, perfect attendance incentives, and referral program.