
Inventory Control Specialist
Schweid & Sons
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Office
Location: College Park • 🇺🇸 United States
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Mid-LevelSenior
About the role
- Monitor and maintain accurate inventory levels of materials in the warehouse.
- Conduct regular inventory counts and reconcile discrepancies.
- Implement and maintain inventory control procedures to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
- Allocate materials to the production team based on production schedules and requirements.
- Ensure timely delivery of materials to production areas to avoid disruptions.
- Coordinate with production managers to forecast material needs and adjust inventory levels accordingly.
- Maintain accurate records of inventory transactions, including receipts, transfers, and shipments.
- Update inventory management systems with real-time data.
- Generate reports on inventory status, usage, and discrepancies.
- Inspect incoming materials for quality and accuracy.
- Ensure that materials meet company standards and specifications.
- Address any quality issues with suppliers and coordinate returns or replacements.
- Collaborate with purchasing, production, and logistics teams to ensure smooth inventory flow.
- Communicate inventory status and potential issues to relevant departments.
- Assist in resolving any inventory-related problems or delays.
- Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
- Ensure the warehouse and inventory areas are clean, organized, and safe.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field is a plus.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in inventory control, warehouse management, or a similar role.
- Strong knowledge of inventory management systems and software
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
- Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Familiarity with food manufacturing or the ground beef industry is a plus.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
- Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with GMP, USDA, OSHA.
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs
- Must be able to stand for long periods of time
Benefits
- Fork-lift certified
- Participate in safety training and initiatives
- Must maintain regular and punctual attendance as well as work overtime as needed
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard skills
inventory controlinventory management systemsinventory countsreconciliationmaterial allocationreport generationquality inspectionGMPUSDAOSHA
Soft skills
organizational skillstime-management skillsattention to detailcommunication skillsinterpersonal skillsindependent workteam collaboration
Certifications
high school diplomaAssociate's degreeBachelor's degree