Inventory Specialist

Inventory SpecialistThe Inventory Specialist owns finished goods and receives them from Production, counting what the facility holds, staging orders, and verifying every manifest before it leaves the building. Accuracy matters more than speed here. A count entered incorrectly is worse than a count entered late, because everyone downstream will trust it. Incoming consumables are owned by the Shipping & Receiving Specialist; this role picks up at finished goods.Key ResponsibilitiesFinished goods receipt:Receive finished goods from Production and confirm counts against batch records before accepting custody.Inspect finished product for defects, correct labeling, and batch accuracy.Confirmed products are released only after testing has passed.Store finished goods correctly, rotate appropriately, and keep areas organized and compliant.Counts and audits:Perform daily, weekly, and monthly physical counts as scheduled.Run cycle counts and reconcile actual stock to system reports.Report every discrepancy to the Inventory Manager the day it is found — never adjust a count to make it match.Support end-of-month, end-of-quarter, and end-of-year counts.Order staging:Pull, pack, and stage scheduled orders for delivery on time.Coordinate transfers of finished goods between departments and, where applicable, between facilities.Confirm staged orders match the order record before handoff.Ensure all Dispensary specific requests are followed (See Dispensary Requirements)Outbound verification:Verify outbound manifests — confirm every product is correctly counted before Distribution takes custody.Resolve discrepancies on orders before they leave the building.Load product for delivery in a timely manner and according to schedule.Confirm outbound activity is compliant with state regulation.Systems and records:Maintain inventory records in Business Central and Leaflink accurately.Operate a scanning gun and computer to process reports and forms.Complete clerical tasks including data entry and order support.Learn and adopt new systems, records, and SOPs as they are introduced.Working in the team:Follow all company SOPs and processes; raise a question rather than guessing.Attend required meetings and training.Support and train newer team members when asked.Complete assigned work efficiently and see tasks through to the end.Candidate QualificationsSkills:Numerical accuracy and the discipline to report a discrepancy rather than resolve it quietlyKnowledge of inventory and quality control practicesAbility to work within established warehouse proceduresStrong organizational skills and attention to detailComfort with ERP systems, scanning equipment, and spreadsheetsReliability and consistent attendanceExperience:2+ years in inventory control or a warehouse environment (required)Experience in a regulated manufacturing environment (preferred)Education:High school diploma or GED equivalent (required)Associate's or bachelor's degree (preferred)Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here represent those an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job.Ability to stand, walk, and sit for prolonged periodsMust occasionally lift and move up to 75 poundsAbility to squat, kneel, bend, and reach throughout the work dayFull-time BenefitsInsurance benefits (available on the 1st of the month following 60 days of employment)Health insurance (company sponsors up to 50% of employee premium)Dental insurance (company sponsors up to 50% of employee premium)Vision insurance (company sponsors up to 50% of employee premium)Short-term disability, long-term disability, and AD&D life insuranceCritical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident protection plan$50,000 company-provided basic life insuranceTime off:A minimum of 10 paid holidays each calendar yearSick time — available after 90 days of employmentVacation time — available after 1st year of employmentPaid parental leave — available after 1st year of employmentAdditional:Annual performance-based bonus (prorated for full-time start date)Employee referral bonuses — eligible after 90 days of employmentEmployee discount on website merchandisePositive cannabis culture