INVENTORY CONTROL SPECIALIST

About the role

This position will be responsible for performing tasks at the direction of their immediate manager to ensure the accuracy of overall inventory within the facility. Duties include following industry-standard material control techniques such as cycle counting, yearly physical inventory, and parts audit prior to production deployment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure inventory accuracy through effective control techniques including internal audits, cycle counts, and physical inventory.
• Assist in the development of localized policies and procedures related to the control of production inventory.
• Work with material handlers to reinforce the importance of inventory accuracy.
• Identify, quarantine, and report damaged product to ensure it is accurately captured and removed from inventory.
• Perform scheduled and unscheduled audits of production kits to ensure count integrity.
• Participate in all scheduled inventory counts.
• Run required inventory and locator reports.
• Assist with root cause analysis and offer solutions related to cycle count inaccuracies.
• Record accurate and timely data needed for inventory metrics.
• Identify and communicate any issues impacting inventory accuracy to the Operations Manager.
• Protect the organization's value by keeping information confidential.
• Support and adhere to all ISO standards applicable to the Company.
• Adhere to all employment policies, safety policies, and practices required by law or established by the Company.
• Wear all necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) directed by the Company at all times.
• Demonstrate sound working knowledge of firearms safety.
• Maintain and keep workstation and department area clean.
• Immediately report any maintenance and/or safety issues to management.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude toward co-workers, other departments, and the Company.
• Maintain respect, courtesy, and professionalism toward all co-workers and the Company.
• Communicate clearly and effectively with co-workers and management.
• Actively participate in and support the 5S process within the work area on a daily basis.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience with ERP systems strongly desired.
• At least 2-4 years of experience in a warehousing facility desired.
• Solid working knowledge of inventory control practices.
• Strong computer and Excel skills.
• Experience utilizing pallet jacks, forklifts, and material handling equipment as necessary to perform job duties.

Working Conditions

Work is normally performed throughout a heated manufacturing and warehouse facility. Exposure to extreme heat/cold, poor ventilation, fumes, and gases is very limited. Noise level is moderate and includes sounds of light manufacturing, shipping and receiving, and normal office equipment (computers, telephones, etc.). Routine exposure to dust and packaging debris should be expected.

Physical Demands

• Be able to lift objects up to 50 lbs.
• Be able to lift, push, and pull objects as necessary.
• May be required to stand and walk throughout the workday.
• Routinely required to bend, stoop, kneel, and crouch.
• Must be able to accurately read and verify alphanumeric characters and product descriptions, perform basic arithmetic calculations, and visually distinguish between different qualities of similar products.
• Must have mental processes for reasoning, remembering, mathematics, and language ability (reading, writing, and speaking English) to perform duties proficiently.
• Must be able to obtain a forklift operator’s certificate by passing required certification.
• Ability to operate pallet jacks, forklifts, and material handling equipment as necessary to perform job duties.
• Able to work full-time, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends as needed.
• Able to work additional hours as needed (project timelines and work volume/deadlines may require more than 40 hours per week to complete essential duties).