Inventory Control Specialist

About the role

U.S. AutoForce, a division of U.S. Venture, Inc., brings together more than 100 years of experience as an industry leader in the distribution of tires, undercar parts, and lubricants to independent tire retailers, auto repair shops, and automotive dealerships. This position is within the U.S. AutoForce division.

Responsibilities

• Perform cycle counting to ensure the accuracy of inventory records, maintaining the most up to date, and efficient methods of inventory control available
• Lift 50 pounds consistently throughout shift and occasionally lift up to 80 pounds; use team lifts or mechanical equipment for commercial tires
• Exert a pushing force of up to 40 pounds when working with barrels or industrial/agricultural tires
• Work comfortably at heights up to 25 feet on stock racks
• Organize, implement, adjust, and monitor cycle counts
• Develop, monitor and maintain records of adjustments to inventory, working with warehouse personnel to resolve errors
• Follow up on customer shortages or other errors
• Create and support strong trusting working relationships within team
• Provide recommendations on process improvement and may assist in implementation
• Be cross-functional in multiple areas of the warehouse
• Understand receiving and pulling processes
• Work closely with the Operations Manager to review and provide suggestions aimed to improve operational efficiency
• Review and organize warehouse bin locations
• Perform daily cycle counting and Put Away Audit
• Perform other job-related tasks as assigned by supervisor

Requirements

• Must be 18 years or older to operate equipment
• 1 year of warehouse/logistics or relevant experience
• Ability to safely lift 50 pounds consistently and occasionally lift up to 80 pounds
• Ability to exert a pushing force of up to 40 pounds – working with barrels and industrial/agricultural tires
• Ability to work at heights of 25 feet
• Willing to work overtime as needed
• 4 years prior experience in warehouse, inventory control or related field, or equivalent training
• Ability to work independently in a fast paced environment
• Good memory and ability to work accurately with lengthy part numbers
• Able to process a large volume of paperwork with good attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work with a variety of individuals
• Excellent math skills and understanding of basic accounting methods
• Above average scanning accuracy
• Ability to follow directions and safe operating procedures
• Ability to be trained and use powered industrial trucks (forklifts) and high reach lifts
• Successfully pass a pre-employment drug test (do not test for THC / marijuana)

Benefits

• Highly competitive wages starting at $21.50/hour!
• Weekly pay
• Work boot reimbursement program
• Healthcare benefits, available your first day on the job
• 401(k) with Generous Employer Contribution AND Match
• Paid Vacation, Sick time and Holidays
• On-the-job training and skill development
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discount Programs

Pay

Highly competitive wages starting at $21.50/hour