Inventory Control Clerk

Inventory Control Clerk

The Inventory Control Clerk is responsible for maintaining inventory accuracy through daily inventory control activities, including cycle counting, verification of inventory balances, reconciliation of discrepancies, and auditing customer product inventory throughout the warehouse. This position ensures inventory integrity by comparing physical inventory to system records and investigating variances through analysis of receiving, storage, and shipping activities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Inventory Management

• Perform daily cycle counts and inventory audits as directed.
• Verify inventory balances by comparing physical counts to system records.
• Investigate and reconcile inventory discrepancies through analysis of receiving, shipping, and inventory transaction history.
• Conduct spot audits throughout the warehouse to ensure inventory accuracy.
• Verify receiving and put-away locations and quantities.
• Locate and research products identified as missing or lost in storage.
• Relocate inventory and update system locations as required.
• Identify, document, and report inventory shortages, overages, and damages in accordance with company policies.
• Recommend disposition of excess, obsolete, defective, or damaged inventory.

Warehouse Operations

• Receive, count, inspect, and record inventory manually or through warehouse management systems.
• Store inventory in an organized, safe, and accessible manner within designated warehouse locations.
• Pack, unpack, move, and distribute materials, products, and supplies as needed.
• Apply identification labels, tags, stamps, or other marking methods to inventory.
• Examine stock for defects, wear, or damage and report findings to management.
• Dispose of damaged or defective products or coordinate returns to vendors.
• Assist in determining appropriate storage methods and stock locations based on product characteristics, inventory turnover, and facility capabilities.
• Locate damaged pallets and coordinate repair or replacement as necessary.

Documentation and Reporting

• Maintain accurate inventory records, reports, and documentation.
• Prepare reports regarding inventory levels, shortages, shipments, expenditures, and product usage.
• Review purchase orders, contracts, requisitions, and inventory records to evaluate supply requirements.
• Assist with stock procurement activities and inventory replenishment documentation.
• Determine and communicate backorder release priorities based on inventory availability.

Equipment Operation and Safety

• Operate material handling equipment, including forklifts, in a safe and efficient manner.
• Utilize elevated inventory counting methods when required and in accordance with all safety procedures.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas, equipment, and storage locations.
• Adhere to all company safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in required safety meetings and training programs.

Customer Service and Team Support

• Issue and distribute materials, components, and supplies to internal and external customers.
• Provide assistance and guidance to warehouse personnel regarding inventory-related matters.
• Support inventory, warehouse, and operational functions as business needs require.
• Collaborate with Purchasing, Engineering, Operations, and vendors regarding inventory availability and procurement needs.

Inventory Control Clerks are considered key members of the warehouse team and may be required to assist in operational functions outside of their primary responsibilities as business needs dictate. Flexibility, teamwork, and a willingness to support overall warehouse operations are expected components of the role.

Additional Responsibilities

• Assemble, adjust, or repair inventory items when necessary to prepare them for use.
• Assist with operational activities outside of inventory control when business demands require additional support.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) required.
• Minimum of three (3) months of related inventory, warehouse, or logistics experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to maintain good attendance.
• Ability to accurately perform inventory counts and maintain detailed records.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Basic problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to understand and follow safety procedures, operating instructions, diagrams, and procedure manuals.
• Proficiency with warehouse management systems and basic computer applications preferred.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Physical Requirements

• Use hands to handle, grasp, or manipulate objects.
• Stand and walk for extended periods.
• Reach with hands and arms.
• Communicate effectively through speaking and hearing.
• Sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Lift, carry, and move materials consistent with warehouse operations.
• Lift 80 pounds repetitively

Work Environment

• Constant exposure to cold warehouse environments.
• Fast paced warehouse environment.
• Moderate noise levels typical of warehouse operations.
• Regular operation of material handling equipment and interaction with warehouse traffic.