3rd SHIFT WAREHOUSE INVENTORY CONTROL SPECIALIST

United States Cold Storage, Inc.; McDonough (GA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

United States Cold Storage, Inc. is seeking a Warehouse Associate in McDonough, GA to support inventory control and warehouse operations. You will perform cycle counts, update records, and coordinate with leadership during discrepancies with a focus on accuracy and safety.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, forklift and inventory experience preferred, and proficiency with Word/Excel. Physical duties include lifting, standing, and operating warehouse equipment in a cold

Qualifications

• Problem-solving skills required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel preferred.

Responsibilities

• Resolve inventory discrepancies during warehousing operations.
• Perform cycle counts, work orders, and inventory checks.
• Enter and update inventory records in the system.
• Liaise for audits or customer visits.
• Handle customer hold procedures including labeling and daily cycle counts.
• Monitor inventory accuracy and take corrective actions.
• Prepare inventory reports for customers or facility needs.
• Operate equipment with fall protection at height.
• Recover pallets improperly seated on racks.
• Participate in physical inventories.
• Communicate inventory discrepancies to relevant departments.
• Perform Warehouse Associate duties as needed.

Skills

Problem solving

Forklift experience

Inventory experience

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Education

High school diploma/GED/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.

• Address: 1420 Greenwood Rd. McDonough, GA. 30253

The Job Details

• Solve inventory discrepancies during normal warehousing operations to ensure efficient workflow and communicate with leadership.
• Perform cycle count, work orders, and other inventory checks to answer customer inquiries.
• Responsible for the entry or update of inventory records in the system to correct discrepancies.
• Acts 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 audit reports, and inventory aging reports.
• Prepare inventory reports for customers and/or facility needs.
• Operate equipment at elevated heights that may require fall protection.
• Recover pallets that are improperly seated on the rack.
• Assist in escalated or critical need situations.
• Prepare and participate in physical inventories.
• Communicate inventory discrepancies to Customer Accounts and other departments as necessary.
• Perform Warehouse Associate duties as needed.

The Job Specifics

• Location and Department: Varies, operations
• Reports To: Inventory Supervisor
• Travel Amount: Minimum
• 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: forklift and inventory experience preferred
• Problem-solving skills required
• Microsoft Word and Excel experience strongly preferred

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.