Inventory Specialist

Inventory Specialist The Royal Group, an affiliate of Schwarz Partners, is currently seeking an Inventory Specialist (temp to hire) to support our Lakeland, FL (Knights Station, Retail) facility. As the Inventory Specialist, you are responsible for all troubleshooting/problem solving/solution implementation within Inventory Control duties throughout the plant. Acts as back up to QC Tech and Line Set Lead, also aiding throughout the warehouse when needed. The Royal Group's mission is to provide value-added solutions to the most demanding customers. Essential Job Functions For This Position: Inventory materials; raw, WIP, FG, etc. Ensure "pulls" are completed before lines begin setting, and counts verified, for each project. Prepare and/or effectively delegate PFM samples, while ensuring accuracy in completion. Verify Production Ticket accuracy by comparing to BOM and physical line set. Monitor production lines picking status; correct efficiently, retrain/train others when needed. Perform First Article Approval for production lines; identify/report/correct discrepancies. Train/Verify/Audit the Line Set Lead functions, to include inventorying picked pallets, correct/relocate any discrepancies and effectively re-train; report issues to management when needed. Perform Quality Control audits 3x per day; verify active production line displays to the bom, ensure control processes enforced with FG LP's, etc. Address/troubleshoot/report/implement correct actions on all Quality issues that arise, within 24hrs. Complete EOR's within 24hrs. Perform Inventory Cycle Counts. Verify project completion by performing FG inventory immediately following line stop. Promote enthusiasm in the workplace with peers and report any conflict needing resolution. Recommend suggestions for continuous improvement that promote inventory control and efficiencies resulting in labor cost savings. Submit paperwork to management; First Article approval, Hourly Quality Control Audits, etc. Complies with company policies and procedures. Successfully cross train to be a backup for QC Tech and Line Set Lead. Additional duties as assigned by management. Required Education & Experience: Intermediate proficiency with computer and Microsoft applications, including Excel and Word. Preferred Education & Experience: Prior experience working in a fulfillment/manufacturing operation. Prior experience in corrugated box industry. Required Skills & Abilities: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as percentages, etc. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures, manuals, regulations, and codes. Ability to write business reports and correspondence. Ability to communicate effectively with customers, employees, and outside officials to the company. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to effectively and efficiently both implements, and follows through, on open assignments. As An Industry Leader, The Royal Group Offers (For Full-Time Perm Associates): Year-round employment for job stability. Unlimited opportunities for growth, training, and career advancement. Exceptional pay and great, affordable benefits (including life, medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match and more!). A clean facility, featuring state-of-the-art technology. A respectful, empowering, team-oriented and employee-friendly environment. The Royal Group truly values our employees as our greatest asset and we strive to support both you and your family at work and in life. If you would like to be part of a forward-thinking team with a family feel, culture of excellence, and customer focused reliability, we want you to be a part of our team! Our organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.