2nd Shift Inventory Equipment Operator

TIG Distributing Inc; Pontoon Beach (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

TIG Distributing Inc is looking for an Inventory Equipment Operator in Pontoon Beach, Illinois. This role is key in ensuring inventory accuracy and requires the use of forklifts and other warehouse equipment. Responsibilities include running reports, performing counts, and preparing data for management.

Ideal candidates will have at least one year of experience in a warehouse or production environment, strong communication skills, and the ability to operate various warehouse equipment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year experience in a logistics, manufacturing, warehouse, or production environment.
• Experience in warehouse inventory is a plus.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-speed environment.
• Experience with MS Office Products and ability to learn new software programs.
• Ability to operate warehouse equipment.

Responsibilities

• Run inventory reports and organize data.
• Perform physical inventory counts and confirm accuracy.
• Assist in tracking and entering inventory count data.
• Report discrepancies to leadership and track adjustments.
• Support daily logistics tasks and assist with audits.

Skills

Assertive communication

Problem-solving

Detail orientation

Team-oriented

Self-motivated

Education

High school diploma

Tools

MS Office Products

Sage X3

Turret

Forklift

Pallet jack

Job description

Job Summary

The Inventory Equipment Operator is responsible for inventory accuracy, documentation, assisting in counts and audits, tracking inventory adjustments and approvals, and creating timely reports for management. Accurate and timely inventory counts and audits require using turrets, forklifts, and other warehouse equipment.

General Duties and Responsibilities

• Run inventory reports, organize data, and print count sheets for physical inventory counts.
• Perform physical inventory counts, confirm inventory accuracy, research inventory discrepancies, coordinate with the team to locate inventory, and suggest corrective action.
• Assist the production team in following procedures to put back excess material into inventory and record it in the warehouse management system.
• Track and enter inventory count data, including root cause information into the appropriate spreadsheet for reporting purposes.
• Report inventory discrepancies to leadership for approval and track to ensure inventory adjustments are completed promptly.
• Prepare and distribute weekly/monthly inventory reports as required.
• Work with Receiving and Warehouse staff, Purchasing, Accounting, and Production departments to resolve inventory discrepancies and billing issues.
• Strive to reduce waste, recycle products whenever possible, and reuse resources when practical.
• Provide daily feedback briefs to the Operations Manager on any inventory issues interrupting production or affecting the customer.
• Assist with daily logistics tasks, including setting up freight, functions of receiving, and answering customer requests. Support the supply management team by cross‑training to provide backup support for other logistic tasks.
• Assist the financial auditors and the warehouse team with annual inventory audits.
• Ability to efficiently operate a turret, forklift, pallet jack, and other warehouse equipment.
• Keep personal work areas clean, neat & organized.

Requirements

• Minimum of one year experience in a logistics, manufacturing, warehouse, or production environment.
• Experience in warehouse inventory a plus.
• High school diploma
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, high‑speed environment, follow standardized work, and adhere to safe work practices in a continuous improvement environment.
• Experience and competence with MS Office Products including Teams, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word. Ability to learn and understand new software programs.
• Experience with Sage X3 a plus.
• Ability to use a pallet jack, forklift, and turret a plus.

Competencies/Skills

• Assertive and clear communication.
• Willingness to grow and adapt as the needs of the business grow.
• Problem‑solving and detail‑ and quality‑orientated. Strict attention to detail and adherence to formal quality control processes.
• Team orientated, able to work with diverse individuals within and outside the TIG/Exodus Organizations.
• Self‑motivated, self‑directed, and hardworking.

Physical Demands

• The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, sit, and walk. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to grasp or handle objects, reach with hands and arms, stoop, talk, and hear. Able to perform physical labor continually and stand for long periods. Able to lift up to 40 lbs. on their own.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people in this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required from personnel. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside their normal responsibilities as needed.