Warehouse - Inventory Cycle Counter

JOB SUMMARY:

As a key member of the Materials Team, the Inventory Control Specialist will maintain accuracy of inventory across the business and lead the day-to-day operations of the Receiving Team. This position will interact with various teams to gather the requisite information for ensuring the continuous maintenance of inventory counts in the warehousing and ERP systems. The Inventory Control Specialist will also perform other duties indirectly linked to inventory maintenance, such as overstock return handling, or duties that assist with the overall needs of the Materials team as they contribute to the success of business initiatives.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING:

Review cycle count variance reports, perform inventory investigations and re-counts, and keep all related documentation accurate and up to date
Perform inventory adjustments and accompanying records updates according to procedures
Manage overstock and customer complaint returns and train Material Handlers on sort process and paperwork
May establish and maintain HighJump user accounts
Administer conversions in the production process and aid production team members with transactions and errors
Continuously look for opportunities to improve and provide suggestions for increasing accuracy and efficiency through-out the material flow process
Train team members to perform inventory transactions, identify errors, and coach team members to improve their accuracy as needed
Ensure team members are following established safety guidelines and properly operating equipment in the warehouse at all times
Review/approve time-cards and PTO requests for Receiving team members
Respond to team member requests to locate missing inventory
Adhere to all Company policies and procedures
Maintain confidentiality in accordance with established policies and procedures
May perform material handling duties to assist the receiving and shipping teams
Perform other related duties and special projects as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS FOR POSITION:

• High School Diploma required
• 1 year of relevant experience required
• 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
• Computer proficiency in requisite business applications, spreadsheets, etc.
• Comprehensive knowledge about ERP systems and warehouse systems preferred
• Ability to collaborate effectively with technical, administrative, and operational personnel
• Effective communication skills and proper phone etiquette
• Demonstrated accuracy and attention to detail
• Effective problem-solving skills

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

Excellent critical thinking skills
Strong attention to detail with demonstrated organizational skills
Comfortable analyzing information and dealing with complexity
Able to handle confidential material in a reliable manner
Excellent communication skills; ability to communicate clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing
Social ease and a demonstrated ability to build relationships with a variety of different people and personality types
Ability to perform several tasks concurrently with ease and professionalism
Ability to effectively prioritize workload in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

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.
Must be able to talk and hear frequently (in person and by telephone), and must be able to see and read (documents, statements, etc.)
Manual dexterity required, frequent use of hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms
Frequently required to sit, stand, walk, climb or balance, and kneel or crouch
Must be able to work with computers and office equipment for extended periods
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds frequently

This job description is not intended, and should not be construed, to be exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with this job. It is meant to be an accurate reflection of the principal job elements essential for making fair pay decisions about jobs.

ESG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ESG is an At-Will employer. Employment may be terminated at any time by employee, or employer with or without notice.