Warehouse Tech Lead (Inventory)

Panduit • Crown Point, IN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Panduit is seeking a Warehouse Tech Lead (Inventory) to join their team in a new, state-of-the-art 400,000 sq. ft. distribution facility in Crown Point, IN. This role is crucial for driving inventory accuracy, operational excellence, and continuous improvement. The position is eligible for a $500 sign-on bonus and a $1,000 stay-on bonus. The facility is designed to optimize efficiency and reduce environmental impact, serving as a global shipping hub.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 3+ years of warehouse experience, including inventory control, cycle counting, or warehouse operations.
• Experience performing cycle counts, inventory reconciliation, root cause analysis, and inventory investigations.
• Experience using Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Oracle Fusion (or similar ERP systems), RF scanners, and inventory lookup tools.
• Experience operating powered industrial trucks (PIT), including order pickers, sit-down forklifts, stand-up forklifts, and reach trucks.
• Proven ability to lead daily team activities, prioritize workload, and improve operational KPIs.
• Physical fitness: Lift up to 50 lbs., stand, handle, and reach at torso level for a majority of the day.
• Comfortable with heights.
• Comfortable with basic computer and keyboard functions.
• Reliable transportation and excellent punctuality.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Panduit will not sponsor applicants for work visas now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily inventory operations, prioritizing team workload while driving safety, productivity, and inventory accuracy KPIs.
• Manage inventory activities including receiving, restocks, put-aways, cycle counts, inventory adjustments, and troubleshooting work orders within the Warehouse Management System (WMS).
• Conduct cycle counts and root cause analysis to identify inventory discrepancies and implement corrective actions that improve inventory accuracy.
• Investigate vagrant inventory (items without assigned storage locations) and resolve inventory exceptions to maintain system integrity.
• Support inventory-related projects and customer complaint investigations, ensuring timely resolution and accurate inventory records.
• Utilize RF scanners, WMS, Oracle Fusion, and data lookup tools to research, troubleshoot, and resolve inventory issues.
• Operate powered industrial trucks (PIT) including order pickers, sit-down forklifts, stand-up forklifts, and reach trucks to support inventory movement and replenishment.
• Train and develop employees on inventory processes, systems, and best practices.
• Analyze inventory and warehouse processes to identify improvement opportunities and implement corrective actions.
• Propose and actively contribute to continuous improvement and waste elimination initiatives.
• Act as backup to the Warehouse Supervisor, coordinating daily operations and directing team activities as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay & Benefits: Wages starting at $22/hr for Warehouse Tech Leads!
• Generous Time Off: vacation, sick days, holidays, plus a volunteer day
• Retirement & Growth: 401(k) match, profit sharing, and abundant growth and development opportunities
• Work in Comfort: air-conditioned workspace
• Comprehensive Healthcare Options: multiple healthcare plans through Blue Cross Blue Shield
• $500 sign-on bonus
• $1,000 stay-on bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED