3rd Shift INVENTORY CONTROL LEAD

United States Cold Storage, Inc.; McDonough (GA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K and Educational Assistance after

Blue Cross Blue Shield after 30 days

Company Life Insurance

Other benefits

Job summary

United States Cold Storage, Inc. in McDonough, GA, is seeking a Warehouse Associate to maintain accurate inventory, perform cycle counts, and support daily warehouse operations.

You will work with leadership to implement inventory procedures, run reports, and participate in physical inventories while adhering to safety guidelines. The role involves stocking, selecting, and moving product in a cold storage environment with teamwork and reliability.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Previous inventory experience required.
• Forklift training preferred.
• General understanding of warehousing.

Responsibilities

• Solve inventory discrepancies to ensure efficient workflow and communicate with leadership.
• Oversee planning, development and implementation of inventory procedures to meet customer requirements.
• Prepare and participate in yearly physical inventories and oversee customer projects as necessary.
• Perform cycle counts, work orders, and other inventory checks to address inquiries.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and correct discrepancies in the system.
• Coordinate with departments during audits, inspections, or visits.
• Assist in customer hold procedures including labeling and daily cycle counts.
• Monitor inventory accuracy and take corrective action using reports.
• Prepare inventory reports for customers and facility needs.
• Operate equipment at heights with fall protection as needed.
• Recover pallets correctly seated on racks and assist in escalated situations.

Skills

Inventory experience

Forklift training

Warehousing knowledge

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent

Job description

Who We Are: USCS is dedicated to advancing, innovating, and serving companies seeking \"Best in Service\", facilities, and logistics in the cold chain. We are an employee-focused, equal opportunity employer and would love to have you join our team.

• 1420 Greenwood Rd. McDonough, GA. 30253

The Job Details

• Solve inventory discrepancies to ensure efficient workflow and communicate with leadership.
• Work with leadership to oversee the planning, development and implementation of all inventory procedures and activities required to meet customer requirements.
• Prepare and participate in yearly physical inventories and oversee any customer projects or requests as necessary.
• Perform cycle counts, work orders, and other inventory checks to answer customer inquiries or investigations
• Responsible for the entry or update of inventory records in our system to correct discrepancies.
• Act as a liaison for any warehouse related needs regarding internal or external audits or customer and agency visits.
• Responsible for performing any customer hold procedures including labeling, relocating, and daily cycle count checks.
• Monitor inventory accuracy and take corrective action by utilizing hold reports, lot audits reports, and inventory aging reports.
• Prepare inventory reports for customers and/or facility needs.
• Operate equipment at elevated heights that may require fall protection to help rescue cases or pallets.
• Recover pallets that are improperly seated on the rack.
• Called upon to assist in escalated or critical need situations across departments.
• Communicate inventory discrepancies to Customer Accounts and other departments as necessary.
• Conduct storage area walk throughs and prepare corrective actions as needed.
• Manage the destruction process for exposed or damaged product.
• Perform Warehouse Associate duties as needed.

The Job Specifics

• Location and Department: Operations
• Reports To: Inventory Supervisor or Superintendent
• Travel Amount: minimal
• Job Type, EEO, and Job Code: Full-Time, Non-Exempt JOB CODE

What We Are Looking For

The Ideal candidate will have or be able to complete the below qualifications.

• Education: High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Experience:
• Preferred forklift training and general understanding of warehousing
• Previous inventory experience required

Other Abilities You Will Need to Have: The requirements described below are representative of those required to perform the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential duties.

• Bend and lift up to 50 lbs. regularly.
• Lift up to 70 lbs. occasionally, with assistance.
• Work in a temperature range from +50°F to -30°F with moderate noise levels.
• Lift overhead when required.
• May require physical effort associated with using the computer to access information, or standing, walking, using stairs, and lifting needed to carry out everyday activities.
• Stand and walk for extended periods.
• Use hands to handle objects, tools, or controls.
• Attention to detail.
• Effective communication, vision, and hearing are essential for safety and productivity.
• Operate scanners, tablets, radios, phones, computers, and other essential warehouse equipment as required
• Additional work hours may be requested by management to help manage employee production, projects, and or special events.
• Operate a registered motor vehicle if apart of daily tasks.
• Engage in frequent personal interaction and communication.
• Possess strong arithmetic and reading skills.
• Follow verbal instructions, written instructions, and company policies.
• Be a self-starter, able to work independently and coordinate with others.
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment, managing stress and meeting productivity guidelines.

The Standard Details

• Maintain a professional demeanor in appearance and communications at all times.
• Participate in staff and/or customer meetings as required.
• Take initiative to prevent non-conformities related to product, process, and quality systems.
• Identify and report any issues related to product, processes, and/or quality.
• Propose and implement solutions through appropriate channels.
• Ensure solutions are effectively implemented.
• Follow posted security procedures at all times while in the building.
• Participate in safety and educational training programs.

What’s In It For You

We are a great company with great people. Full-time employees not under contract are offered:

• 401K and Educational Assistance after 1 year.
• Blue Cross Blue Shield available after 30 days of service, if elected.
• Company Life Insurance.
• A variety of additional benefits and perks.

Additional Information

• This job description may not encompass all tasks necessary to complete the role.
• Job functions may vary based on the area of operation. This description outlines the most common tasks required for the job.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties.