Cycle Counter

Cycle Counter

The Cycle Count Analyst supports inventory accuracy throughout the plant by performing cycle counts, researching discrepancies, processing verified inventory adjustments, and maintaining accurate inventory records in Oracle. This position works closely with Accounting, Production Planning and Inventory Control, and plant operations to identify root causes, resolve inventory issues, and support audit and physical inventory activities.

This position is responsible for:

• Daily cycle counting and inventory reconciliation
• Inventory discrepancy investigation and adjustment processing
• Negative Rack-on-Hand and Zero On-Hand reporting entries
• Inventory audit support and periodic physical inventory leadership

Responsibilities include:

• Perform daily cycle counts of materials in stock and compare physical quantities against inventory records.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies, verify findings, and process required inventory adjustments in Oracle.
• Verify inventory computations against physical stock counts and research or report the causes of discrepancies.
• Prepare inventory discrepancy reports and communicate findings to the appropriate stakeholders.
• Serve as backup for entering internal inventory moves within the plant.
• Serve as backup for entering daily 1,500 count points for completed Paint Line parts.
• Investigate and report large quantity-held transactions.
• Review, investigate, and process Negative Rack-on-Hand and Zero On-Hand reporting entries, correcting verified inventory discrepancies in Oracle.
• Process conversion and tear-down adjustments, return salvaged material to inventory, and complete scrap tickets for items to be disposed of.
• Serve as backup for entering scrap tickets.
• Assist Production Planning and Inventory Control with inventory that cannot be located for released jobs by physically locating parts or correcting Rack-on-Hand records after investigation.
• Support corporate audits of the Cycle Count program and provide documentation as requested.
• Lead plant physical inventory counts conducted every third year, including count coordination, execution, discrepancy review, reconciliation, and reporting.
• Follow all applicable safety, quality, accounting, and inventory control procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Plant Controller.

Job requirements include:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; related inventory control, warehousing, accounting, or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers and decimals.
• Ability to read and understand instructions, correspondence, inventory records, and reports.
• Ability to communicate inventory findings effectively in one-on-one and small-group settings.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Oracle software applications.
• Current forklift license required when operating powered material handling equipment.

Special skills include:

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and research skills.
• High attention to detail and commitment to inventory accuracy.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment when investigating and correcting discrepancies.
• Ability to prioritize work, manage time effectively, and meet reporting deadlines.
• Strong written communication and numerical reporting skills.
• Dependable, self-directed, and able to collaborate across plant functions.

Physical demands include:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk and is occasionally required to sit. Specific vision abilities include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee is occasionally exposed to dust. Noise levels are generally moderate, and appropriate hearing protection must be used where required.

Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States without requiring company sponsorship to obtain or maintain U.S. work authorization.