Inventory Control Clerk

Dold Foods Mechanical Inventory Clerk

Hormel Foods Corporation, based in Austin, Minnesota, is a global branded food company with over $12 billion in annual revenue. Its brands include PLANTERS, SKIPPY, SPAM, HORMEL NATURAL CHOICE, APPLEGATE, WHOLLY, HORMEL BLACK LABEL, COLUMBUS, JENNIE-O and more than 30 other beloved brands. The Company is a member of the S&P 500 Index and the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats, was named one of the best companies to work for by U.S. News & World Report and one of America's most responsible companies by Newsweek, was recognized by TIME magazine as one of the World's Best Companies and has received numerous other awards and accolades for its corporate responsibility and community service efforts.

Summary Of Accountabilities:

This position is responsible for the daily disbursement of parts and tools to the maintenance group. The incumbent is responsible for the issue of parts from EAM to balance inventory and maintain its accuracy in order to minimize production downtime and meet planned maintenance needs. Position also entails putting away of parts received each day in the assigned locations. Job requires both Oracle and EAM proficiency and basic computer skills. This position is also responsible for cycle counting of all mechanical parts as mandated by company policy and issuing and maintaining inventory of plant assets for all mechanical items. Position requires telephone and customer service skills. This position has a rotating schedule which includes working Saturday's and Sundays to provide 24 hour, 7 days a week coverage in the tool room.

1. Dispense parts and tools, process issues, unload trucks, ship packages (50%)

Identify and locate parts and tools using EAM and issue them to work orders and to maintenance personnel. Document incidents where work orders are not provided for tracking purposes. Issue tools by taking craftsmen's chip and placing it in the tool's stored location. Return tool to proper location when returned, return chip to craftsmen. Notify management if tools are not returned. Document and track parts which are not in stock when requested. Ship out items for repair and gather return authorizations numbers from vendors. Log and track all items shipped out. Provide information on parts order status and follow up to expedite them as needed. Unload trucks, and move parts and equipment as needed using a forklift or pallet-jack.

2. Maintenance Reliability Process (15%)

All functions of the reliability process relevant to the mechanical storeroom. To include tracking and monitoring stock-outs, work orders, and inventory accuracy. Organizing all preventive maintenance pick lists, and their accuracy as well as disbursement.

3. Process receiving, including putting away parts, vacation coverage (5%)

Put parts away in their appropriate locations each day as they are received. Verify the correct item has been received and has been put away in the correct assigned location. Receiving in Oracle is predominately done by another position in the Rochelle tool room. However, this position must be trained and proficient in Oracle receiving as they handle during vacations.

4. Cycle Counting (10%)

Perform cycle counting as required by company policy. Verify item inventory accuracy, location, authenticity, and Hormel number. Complete cycle count in EAM, process and turn-in for record keeping.

5. Set up part locations, print barcodes and update EAM. (5%)

Establish locations for new parts added to storeroom. Print barcodes and add item into EAM inventory. Move items as needed to better structure storeroom and create more space. New items are added weekly, into storeroom stock.

6. Daily housekeeping, stock-out research (10%)

Daily storeroom housekeeping, take out trash, organization, parts moving, etc. Maintain the oil room and rotate drummed product. Research stock-out items; as to why we ran out, and what we need to change to prevent re-occurrence. Document stock outs and record for tracking purposes within the reliability process.

7. Purchase order confirmation, order update (5%)

Confirm all purchase orders for mechanical items with vendors. Confirm pricing and delivery date are correct. Update purchase order to reflect any changes, forward to appropriate buyer. Contact vendors by telephone, and fax as required. Notify management when prices and delivery date do not match purchase order requirements.

8. Other duties as assigned by management.

Minimum Qualifications Required:

• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Good organizational skills.
• Ability to follow verbal and written requirements.
• Job requires ability to lift 50lbs and moving of heavy boxes.
• Must have basic computer knowledge (Word, Excel, Internet, typing).
• Preferred experience with Oracle, CMMS (computerized material management systems), AS400 and data entry (10 key).
• Work on Days (6am-3pm) for the first 30 days.
• 12-hour shifts (3rd) after completing first 30 days (3-2-2)

At Hormel Foods, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. The base hiring pay range for this role is between $15.00 - $21.25 per hour, and your actual base pay within that range will depend upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge, skill set, level of experience, and geographic market location. The other components of Hormel Foods' total compensation package include comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, discretionary annual increases, profit sharing, 401(k) with employer match, stock purchase plan, paid vacation, FREE two-year community/technical college tuition for children of employees, and more.

Hormel Foods provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.