Inventory Associate

Inventory Associate

An inventory associate assists an inventory manager in overseeing and maintaining the plant's supply of products and equipment. An inventory associate job description involves keeping track of all products and supplies, ensuring that stock is organized, and assisting in the unloading and processing deliveries.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Counts inventory for official records
• Issues material into system from requisition forms
• Maintains logs of all products and supplies
• Checks actual inventory against computerized records
• Reports any discrepancies in inventory records to the manager
• Receives deliveries with use of Fork Truck, Pallet Jack, or by hand.
• Loads materials with use of Fork Truck, Pallet Jack, or by hand.
• Assists unloading from delivery truck with use of Fork Truck, Pallet Jack, or by hand.
• Organizes inventory in stores area with use of Fork Truck, Pallet Jack, or by hand.
• Restock merchandise as needed with use of Fork Truck, Pallet Jack, or by hand.
• Files all delivery and inventory receipts
• Uses inventory software to keep track of orders, returns, and supply
• Writes up inventory reports detailing any overstock or missing items
• Presents inventory reports at meetings in absence of the manager and/or lead as needed
• Ensure the area is clean and well organized
• Moves and restructures of the organization of products to make space for new inventory
• Assists in cleaning and organizing at shift end
• Pulls any defective product and reports appropriately
• Packs up items for return and creates shipping labels
• Facilitate intercompany transfers
• Submits out of stock to manager for escalation
• Reviews shipping and receiving documents for accuracy
• Assists material handlers in locating items
• Assists manager in devising new ways to reduce shrink and maintain inventory control
• Covers other areas of inventory when needed
• Other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Ability to stand for up to 12 hours per day.
• Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl and climb.
• Ability to handle and manipulate tools and/or controls.
• Ability to work in varying internal temperatures.
• Ability to operate or be trained on safe operation of Fork Truck.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrates strong organizational skills
• Pays close attention to detail
• Must be able to walk and stay on feet for extended periods
• Can use computer inventory software and Microsoft excel
• Exhibits ability to read and interpret inventory reports and packing slips
• Demonstrates strong service and interpersonal skills
• Works well with a team
• Manages time efficiently
• Can employ basic math skills
• Communicates clearly and effectively
• Demonstrates professional and polite demeanor with internal and external customers
• Prior Forklift Experience/Training preferred.

Why work for Cornerstone Building Brands?

Our teams are at the heart of our purpose to positively contribute to the communities where we live, work and play. Full-time* team members receive** medical, dental and vision benefits starting day 1. Other benefits include PTO, paid holidays, FSA, life insurance, LTD, STD, 401k, EAP, discount programs, tuition reimbursement, training, and professional development. You can also join one of our Employee Resource Groups which help support our commitment to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment.

*Full-time is defined as regularly working 30+ hours per week. **Union programs may vary depending on the collective bargaining agreement.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Cornerstone Building Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, or status as a protected veteran. You can find the Equal Employment Opportunity Poster here. You can also view Your Right to Work Poster here along with This Organizations Participation in E-Verify Poster here. If you'd like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action plan for protected veterans or individuals with disabilities or policy statement, please contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io. If you have a disability and you believe that you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io. This email is used exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only emails received for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response.

Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.

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