Inventory Associate 8 am - 4:30 pm
Waldom · Rockford, IL · 2 wk ago
On-siteManagementFull-time
About the role
The Inventory Associate is a key player in managing the day-to-day operations within the Inventory Department. This role involves collaborating with multiple departments to investigate and resolve inventory-related issues and inquiries.
Responsibilities
- Provide timely support to the shipping department staff to facilitate accurate and efficient order completion.
- Conduct audits of bin locations as required across various buildings to ensure inventory accuracy and compliance with company needs.
- Oversee inventory levels based on audit findings and requests from internal and external customers, ensuring all records are accurate and up to date.
- Reconcile inventory data regularly, addressing discrepancies and making necessary adjustments to maintain accurate on-hand inventory records.
- Work with multiple departments to investigate and resolve any inventory issues or inquiries, ensuring prompt and effective resolution.
- Perform and document any adjustments or moves of inventory, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.
- Generate and review inventory reports, identifying trends and issues that may require attention or corrective action.
- Collaborate with other departments to support inventory-related initiatives and improvements, fostering effective communication and teamwork.
- Ensure adherence to all company policies and procedures related to inventory control and management.
Requirements
- Forklift certified, or be willing to obtain certification to operate power equipment.
- Ability to read and write English.
- Willingness to become proficient with ERP/WMS Systems (previous experience preferred).
- Basic Microsoft Excel skills.
- Basic math skills.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with minimal supervision.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift items up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to walk and stand up to 8 hours per day.
- Ability to climb ladders up to 16 ft.
Working Conditions
Warehouse environment with moderate noise from power industrial trucks.
Benefits
- Competitive base salary plus performance-based incentives.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and 401(k).
- Top quality medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans (Waldom pays the majority of the medical plan cost).
- Fourteen (14) days of paid time off (PTO) annually (accrued at 2.15 hours per week for the first four (4) years of employment).
- 8 paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday.
- 8 hours of paid volunteer time off annually.
- Corporate Discount Program.
- Employee Assistance Program (100% Waldom paid).
- Generous paid maternity & paternity leaves.
- Tuition Assistance Program.
- Scholarship Program for eligible children, grandchildren, and legal dependents (up to $8k a year).
- Opportunities for career growth in a global organization.
- A collaborative culture committed to innovation, partnership, and continuous improvement.