Inventory Clerk

Inventory Clerk

Location: Beaver, WV, US, 25813

POSITION SUMMARY: The Inventory Control Specialist is responsible for ensuring the accuracy of inventory through regular cycle counts.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Safety conduct all activities in a safe manner, utilizing PPE and adhering to company policy and alerting others regarding potential concerns.
• Verifies inventory computations by comparing them to physical counts of stock and investigates discrepancies or adjust errors.
• Communicates inventory results with the Warehouse Manager and the Controller.
• Coordinates with Accounting to document cycle counts and correct any inventory discrepancies in appropriate systems.
• Investigate lost or missing inventory.
• Works with external auditors on inventory audits.
• Serve as subject matter expert and work with IT to obtain necessary reporting and system functionality necessary for inventory purposes.
• Ensures completed work order inventory accuracy.
• Determines proper storage methods, identification, and stock location based on turnover, environmental factors, and physical capabilities of facilities.
• Maintains default inventory locations in appropriate system.
• Monitors the recording of incoming and outgoing shipments through random audits.
• Assist with identifying process improvements.
• Stores items in an orderly and accessible manner in stockroom, supply rooms, or other areas.
• Assist in continuous improvement and Lean activities proactively and as assigned.
• Operate forklift to move inventory between warehouse and to storage areas.
• Operate pallet jack to move inventory.
• Marks stock items using identification tags, stamps, electric marking tools, or other labeling equipment.
• Keeps records on the use and/or damage of stock or stock handling equipment.
• Knowledgeable in the proper use of bridge / jib crane operation, lifting rigging and proper securing of all objects.
• Certified in forklift operation.
• Perform additional duties assigned by management to include shipping, receiving, and kit building and strive for continual improvement in all areas of responsibility.
• Assist with the completion of work orders.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent preferred.
• One (1) year warehouse inventory control experience preferred.
• Ability to follow company instructions and procedures.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with fellow employees and management.
• Basic math and reading skills required.
• Basic writing and reporting requirement preferred.
• Basic computer skills are required.