Inventory Count Specialist

Job Purpose

Responsible for all aspects of inventory control such as cycle counting, aging inventories, and obsolete packaging disposal. Prepare and complete accurate, timely documentation and transactions that follow established protocols for inventory control. Support all manufacturing activities as requested, including disposition of customer materials and locating materials.

Essential Duties

• Generate cycle counts in accordance with the schedule.
• Audit inventory in all locations per the cycle count schedule.
• Assist with all inventory questions and concerns.
• Lead year‑end physical inventory and other special inventories throughout the year.
• Monitor and assist with follow‑up disposition for aging/expiration items.
• Coordinate customer‑requested disposition items and other related inventory requests.

Qualification Requirements

• High School Diploma required.
• Two years prior experience in supply chain preferred.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications required.
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages).
• Willingness to work in a team environment and contribute to group goals.
• Ability to work independently.
• Excellent communication, time‑management, and problem‑solving skills desired.
• Ability to receive and provide instructions in a positive manner.
• Ability to multi‑task.
• Forklift experience preferred.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear, walk, and move from place to place. The employee is occasionally required to sit, use foot/feet to operate a machine, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, or reach above shoulders. The employee is frequently required to stand and use hands to finger, handle, or touch. The employee must be able to climb stairs and ladders. The employee must exert 20–50 pounds of force occasionally, 10–25 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly. Specific vision abilities required include close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

Occasional overtime or extended work hours may be required. The employee may be frequently exposed to allergens and airborne particles in the production area. Temperatures range from 50 °F to 115 °F depending on season and workstation, and the employee may work near moving mechanical parts. Occasional exposure to outdoor weather conditions may occur. Noise levels can be loud while production equipment is running. Personal protective equipment—including boots, gloves, safety glasses, and/or face shields—is required during various processes. Ear plugs and bump caps are required at all times in the production area.