Inventory Specialist

Inventory Specialist

Department: Inventory

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Illinois - Melrose Park


Reporting To: Inventory Manager

Compensation: $22.00 - $26.75 / hour

Description

Headquartered in the Pacific Northwest, Wyld produces the best Cannabis tasting edibles and beverages on the market using real fruit and natural flavors. When adventure calls, we answer - always ready to embrace challenges, test boundaries, and push limits. Our company ethos is founded in strong values and our Pillars of Commitment to our communities and the Earth itself. Our ambitious team embraces challenges, tests boundaries, and is always ready for adventure. Wyld operates in AZ, CA, CO, IL, MA, MD, MI, MO, NM, NV, NY, OR, OK, WA, and across all of Canada with more launches on the horizon.

Ability to excel in a fast-growing/fast paced environment delivering accuracy while managing to deadlines where adaptability is imperative.

Embody Wyld Core Values, The Wyld Way

Wyld's core values are the driving force and energy behind everything we do. These values drive our culture, our business philosophy and our philanthropic efforts. It is the cornerstone for all that we do here at Wyld.

-Make a Mark

-We Blaze Our Own Trail

-Brand First

-We Mean Business

Summary


As Inventory Specialist , you will be responsible for accurately documenting and tracking all finished products within the state-mandated inventory tracking systems (METRC, or the state equivalent) as well as all internal tracking systems. Coordinates inventory before and after packaging, testing and sales fulfillment. Facilitates and assists with all sale transactions including being a point-of-contact for our company sales representatives. This role must be able to work a flexible schedule.


Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in inventory control based on company standards and state regulations:
  • Document and enter all inventory from production kitchen into METRC, or other state-specific inventory tracking system
  • Clearly label all inventory
  • Perform daily audits of physical inventory
  • Collaborate with Inventory Supervisor or Manager on inventory levels and packaging planning
  • Log all transfers from inventory items into finished packaged sellable units
• Fulfill orders, complete manifest documentation, facilitate the intake and outtake of product with sales representatives
• Receive, stage, and coordinate the flow of raw materials throughout the facility.
• Maintain a clean and organized inventory vault and ensure a safe working environment
• Effectively communicate information and respond to questions/suggestions from various levels within the company
  • Report any product or production equipment that appears damaged, spoiled, broken, unusable, or unsatisfactory in any way to supervisors
  • Communicate discrepancies in quantities or quality of product
• Additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned based on business needs

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• At least 1 year of directly related experience and/or training in an inventory, analyst or logistics role or environment, preferably in the food or beverage industry; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Must have experience working with a high sense of urgency preferably in a fast-paced work environment
• Computer Skills: Microsoft suite (core applications), Google, Slack, experience in Jira and/or other management platforms and software preferred
• Language Skills: Must be able to effectively communicate in English, both verbally and written
• Math Skills: Possess basic mathematical skills; addition, subtraction, multiplication and division
• Travel Requirements: Occasional travel required between buildings and sites
• Ability to maintain/manage confidential information
• State regulations require all applicants must be 21 years of age or older
• ServSafe or Food Handler's Card preferred
• Will be required to submit to a background check
• Willingness to obtain forklift certification, if required
• Must obtain all applicable state-required permits, licenses, and certifications

Benefits

As a non-exempt employee , you'll receive a competitive hourly wage of $22.00-$26.75/hr. paid biweekly, 11 paid holidays, 80 hours of PTO, 401k and fully paid health, dental and vision insurance.

Wyld is an equal opportunity employer.