3rd Shift INVENTORY CONTROL LEAD

About the role

USCS is dedicated to advancing, innovating, and serving companies seeking "Best in Service" facilities and logistics in the cold chain. We are an employee-focused employer located at 1420 Greenwood Rd. McDonough, GA. 30253.

Responsibilities

• Solve inventory discrepancies to ensure efficient workflow and communicate with leadership.
• Work with leadership to oversee the planning, development, and implementation of all inventory procedures and activities required to meet customer requirements.
• Prepare and participate in yearly physical inventories and oversee any customer projects or requests as necessary.
• Perform cycle counts, work orders, and other inventory checks to answer customer inquiries or investigations.
• Responsible for the entry or update of inventory records in our system to correct discrepancies.
• Act as a liaison for any warehouse-related needs regarding internal or external audits or customer and agency visits.
• Perform any customer hold procedures including labeling, relocating, and daily cycle count checks.
• Monitor inventory accuracy and take corrective action by utilizing hold reports, lot audits reports, and inventory aging reports.
• Prepare inventory reports for customers and/or facility needs.
• Operate equipment at elevated heights that may require fall protection to help rescue cases or pallets.
• Recover pallets that are improperly seated on the rack.
• Assist in escalated or critical need situations across departments.
• Communicate inventory discrepancies to Customer Accounts and other departments as necessary.
• Conduct storage area walk-throughs and prepare corrective actions as needed.
• Manage the destruction process for exposed or damaged product.
• Perform Warehouse Associate duties as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Preferred forklift training and general understanding of warehousing.
• Previous inventory experience required.
• Bend and lift up to 50 lbs. regularly; lift up to 70 lbs. occasionally, with assistance.
• Work in a temperature range 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.
• Attention to detail; effective communication, vision, and hearing are essential for safety and productivity.
• Operate scanners, tablets, radios, phones, computers, and other essential warehouse equipment.
• Additional work hours may be requested by management.
• Operate a registered motor vehicle if part of daily tasks.
• Engage in frequent personal interaction and communication.
• Possess strong arithmetic and reading skills.
• Follow verbal instructions, written instructions, and company policies.
• Be a self-starter, able to work independently and coordinate with others.
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment, managing stress and meeting productivity guidelines.

Additional Duties

• Maintain a professional demeanor in appearance and communications at all times.
• Participate in staff and/or customer meetings as required.
• Take initiative to prevent non-conformities related to product, process, and quality systems.
• Identify and report any issues related to product, processes, and/or quality.
• Propose and implement solutions through appropriate channels.
• Follow posted security procedures at all times while in the building.
• Participate in safety and educational training programs.

Benefits

• 401K and Educational Assistance after 1 year (for full-time employees not under contract).
• Blue Cross Blue Shield health insurance available after 30 days of service, if elected.
• Company Life Insurance.
• A variety of additional benefits and perks.

This job description may not encompass all tasks necessary to complete the role. Job functions may vary based on the area of operation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties.