Inventory Control Lead

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary

Responsible for safely participating and leading the inventory personnel in a variety of warehouse and yard activities including maintaining accurate records of material quantities and types.

Job Functions/Duties

· Delegate daily tasks and monitor efficiency, accuracy and safety habits

· Report issues or concerns to the Inventory Supervisor or Manager

· Complete daily inventory audits by comparing physical counts against system records and investigate reasons for discrepancies. (Cycle Counts)

· Assist in the unloading of truck deliveries and review incoming inventory shipments for accuracy

· Prepare outbound Purchase Orders and include the required shipping documentation

· Pull necessary parts to build or repaired finished goods as outlined on Work Orders

· Restock inventory items

· Communicate inventory shortages and defective or unusable items

· Assist other departments with their inventory requests and move items in the system to their designated locations

· Maintain inventory accuracy throughout the warehouse by tracking product movements using established internal control procedures.

· Generate inventory-related reports

· Communicate via email with Purchasing Department and Operational Departments regarding Purchase Orders and identify any discrepancies in what was received compared to the Packing List

· Operate warehouse equipment, including pallet jacks and forklifts, as part of daily activities; and must be able to obtain forklift certification

· Personally observe safety and security procedures and proper use of equipment and material. Actively promote safety process and report any safety issues to proper channels for action

Qualifications/Education Requirements

· Basic computer skills with knowledge of MS Office and/or inventory databases

· Good oral and written communication and analytical skills

· Must have experience handling multiple projects simultaneously, and working in an environment, which requires flexibility, time management, and accuracy

· Highly motivated and able to work efficiently and safely

· High School diploma or equivalent required

· 3+ years of inventory warehouse experience preferred

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

· Continuously required to move about the facility which may include exposure to various outdoor elements and physical labor

· Rotating On-Call schedule and the ability to work weekends

· Use of appropriate personal protective equipment, including but not limited to, eye protection, hardhat and safety shoes in designated areas throughout the warehouse

· This is a safety sensitive position