Inventory Control Specialist

Job Title

U.S. AutoForce, a division of U.S. Venture, Inc., brings together more than 100 years of experience as an industry leader in the distribution of tires, undercar parts, and lubricants to independent tire retailers, auto repair shops, and automotive dealerships.

Job Responsibilities

The schedule for this position is Monday - Friday 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM or until work is completed. Schedules are subject to change based on business needs and may require overtime.

• Perform cycle counting to ensure the accuracy of inventory records, maintaining the most up to date, and efficient methods of inventory control available
• You can expect to lift 50 pounds consistently throughout your shift and occasionally lift up to 80 pounds. When lifting commercial tires you will do team lifts or use mechanical equipment.
• When working with barrels or industrial/agricultural tires you will need to be able to exert a pushing force of up to 40 pounds
• Some of our stock racks are 25 feet tall, so you must be comfortable working at those heights
• May organize, implement, adjust, and monitor cycle counts
• Develop, monitor and maintain records of adjustments to inventory, working with warehouse personnel to resolve any errors
• Follow up on customer shortages or other errors
• Create and support strong trusting working relationships within team
• Provides recommendations on process improvement and may assist in implementation
• Be cross-functional in multiple areas of the warehouse
• Has a clear understanding of the receiving and pulling processes
• Work closely with the Operations Manager to review and provide suggestions aimed to improve operational efficiency
• Reviews & organizes warehouse bin locations
• Daily cycle counting and Put Away Audit
• The duties listed in this job description are not exhaustive. Team members may be asked to perform other job-related tasks and follow any job-related instructions given by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodations

Benefits

• Highly competitive wages starting at $20/hr based on experience!
• Weekly pay
• Work boot reimbursement program
• Healthcare benefits, available your first day on the job
• 401(k) with Generous Employer Contribution AND Match
• Paid Vacation, Sick time and Holidays
• On-the-job training and skill development
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discount Programs

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Physical demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be qualified as to visual, auditory, physical, and mental ability to operate equipment safely with or without reasonable accommodation. The employee must frequently lift products weighing up to approximately 50 pounds, and occasionally up to 80 pounds. Occasionally exert a pushing force up to 40 pounds. Handling of commercial tires (e.g., rolling, destacking, team lifting) conduct team lifts or use mechanical equipment.
Protective equipment required: steel or composite toe boots, safety vest, safety harness, seatbelt, SRL (self-retracting lifeline). All equipment is provided by U.S. AutoForce except for steel / composite toe boots. All team members must be able to adhere with safety and manufacture guidelines for compliant use of all protective equipment.
Work environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Fumes associated with tires and occasionally car parts and lubricants prevalent.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older to operate equipment
• 1 year of warehouse/logistics or relevant experience
• Ability to safely lift 50 pounds consistently and occasionally lift up to 80 pounds
• Ability to exert a pushing force of up to 40 pounds - working with barrels and industrial/agricultural tires
• Ability to work at heights of 25 feet
• Willing to work overtime as needed
• 4 years prior experience in warehouse, inventory control or related field, or equivalent training
• Ability to work independently in a fast paced environment
• Good memory and ability to work accurately with lengthy part numbers
• Able to process a large volume of paperwork with good attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work with a variety of individuals
• Excellent math skills and understanding of basic accounting methods
• Above average scanning accuracy
• Ability to follow directions and safe operating procedures
• Ability to be trained and use powered industrial trucks (forklifts) and high reach lifts
• Successfully pass a pre-employment drug test (do not test for THC / marijuana)