Inventory Control Associate

Inventory Control Associate

Mama's Creations, Inc. is a leading marketer and manufacturer of fresh deli prepared foods, found in over 8,500 grocery, mass, club and convenience stores nationally. The Company's broad product portfolio, born as MamaMancini's, from a rich history in Italian foods, now consists of a variety of high-quality, fresh, clean and easy to prepare foods to address the needs of both our consumers and retailers. Our vision is to become a one-stop-shop deli solutions platform, leveraging vertical integration and a diverse family of brands to offer a wide array of prepared foods to meet the changing demands of the modern consumer.

The Inventory Control Associate is responsible for maintaining accurate inventory records, monitoring inventory transactions, conducting cycle counts, investigating discrepancies, and supporting warehouse operations to ensure product accuracy and availability. This role works closely with Warehouse, Production, Shipping, Receiving, Purchasing, and Quality teams to maintain inventory integrity and support operational efficiency.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly cycle counts and physical inventory audits.
• Maintain accurate inventory records within the Warehouse Management System (WMS) and ERP systems.
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies, including shortages, overages, damages, and location variances.
• Verify inventory transactions related to receiving, production, transfers, adjustments, and shipments.
• Monitor inventory movements and ensure products are stored in assigned locations.
• Review and reconcile inventory reports to identify and correct errors.
• Generate and maintain inventory-related reports and documentation.
• Support month-end and year-end inventory audits.
• Coordinate with warehouse personnel to ensure proper inventory handling procedures are followed.
• Assist in root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions related to inventory inaccuracies.
• Maintain compliance with company policies, food safety standards, GMPs, OSHA requirements, and quality procedures.
• Report damaged, obsolete, expired, or slow-moving inventory to management.
• Provide recommendations for inventory process improvements and operational efficiencies.
• Support other warehouse and inventory-related projects as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field preferred.

Experience

• 1-3 years of inventory control, warehouse, logistics, or supply chain experience preferred.
• Experience working in food manufacturing, distribution, or warehouse environments preferred.
• Experience using ERP, WMS, or inventory management systems preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to perform inventory analysis and reconcile discrepancies.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and inventory software applications.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Basic mathematical and analytical skills.
• Understanding of inventory control practices and warehouse operations.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, and reach as needed.
• Ability to work in warehouse, refrigerated, freezer, or production environments when required.

Working Conditions

• Warehouse and manufacturing environment.
• May require occasional overtime, weekends, and holiday support during inventory counts or business needs.
• Exposure to varying temperatures, machinery, and warehouse traffic.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Inventory accuracy percentage.
• Cycle count completion rate.
• Inventory discrepancy resolution time.
• Inventory adjustment accuracy.
• Audit compliance results.
• Product location accuracy.
• Reduction in inventory variances.

Preferred Experience for Food Manufacturing Companies

• Experience maintaining lot-controlled inventory.
• Understanding of FIFO/FEFO inventory practices.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations, GMPs, HACCP, and quality control requirements.
• Experience supporting USDA, FDA, customer, and internal audits.

Salary Range (NY Market): Approximately $22-$30 per hour, depending on experience, warehouse complexity, and food manufacturing background.

Food/refrigeration/perishables experience is highly preferred. Must be able to safely perform all physical requirements of the job, including extensive standing, walking, bending, lifting, carrying, and equipment operation.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Dental and Vision
• EAP
• Life Insurance
• Flex Spending
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Incentive Bonus
• $100 after 10 shifts
• $250 after 90 days
• $500 after 180 days

Eligibility requires active employment and good standing at each milestone. Bonuses are subject to applicable taxes and company policies

Location:

We have two locations

-85 Saxon Ave, Bay Shore 11706

-148 Allen Blvd, Farmingdale, NY 11735

Shift availability:

Farmingdale, NY

• AM Shift 6:00 AM TO 2:00 PM
• PM Shift 2:30 PM TO 11:00

Shift availability:

Bay Shore, NY 11706

• AM Shift 4:45 AM TO 1:15 PM
• PM Shift 1:30 PM TO 10:15 PM