Associate, Cycle Counter

KeHE Distributors, LLC; North East (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision

FSA/HSA

Life Insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Paid sick time

STD/LTD

Stock ownership (ESOP)

Holiday pay

Job summary

KeHE Distributors, LLC is seeking a Cycle Counter for a full-time, on-site position in Maryland. You will perform scheduled and unscheduled counts in a high-volume distribution center, ensuring inventory accuracy and contributing to broader operational goals.

The role requires hands-on work, WMS familiarity (NTS), and a proactive, detail-oriented approach. You will interact with a mentor during onboarding and participate in regular check-ins with management.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with cycle counting and warehouse operations preferred.
• Ability to obtain certifications for VHP, Reach Truck, and Picker within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Execute scheduled and walk-off counts on assigned locations with 98%+ accuracy.
• Navigate WMS (NTS) to manage cycle count batches and identify variances.
• Develop knowledge of warehouse processes and support departments.
• Mentor onboarding with Sr. Cycle Counter and interact with DC IC Manager.
• Engage in regular check-ins and uphold accountability and interoperability.

Skills

Cycle counting

WMS proficiency

Attention to detail

Independent work

Communication skills

Equipment certification readiness

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

NTS WMS

AS400

Job description

Why Work for KeHE?

• Full-time
• Pay Range: $21.96/Hr. - $21.96/Hr.
• Shift Days: SU-TH, Shift Time: 8:00 PM
• Benefits after 30 days
  • Health/Rx
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Flexible and health spending accounts (FSA/HSA)
  • Supplemental life insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Paid time off
  • Paid sick time
  • Short term & long term disability coverage (STD/LTD)
  • Employee stock ownership (ESOP)
  • Holiday pay for company designated holidays

Overview

At KeHE, we’re obsessed with creating solutions, unboxing potential, and serving others – and it all starts with you. As an employee-owned distributor of natural and organic, specialty, and fresh products, we’re committed to making a positive impact and scaling our success together. With a culture that fosters development and opportunity, you’ll be embarking on a career that’s moving forward. When you join KeHE, you’re becoming part of a team that is a force for good.

Primary Responsibilities

The Cycle Counter is responsible for executing scheduled and unscheduled cycle counts within a high-volume food distribution center, ensuring physical inventory consistently reconciles with system on-hand quantities. This role requires a working knowledge of warehouse operations and a genuine understanding of how inventory accuracy impacts the broader business. Ideal candidates take ownership of their counts, communicate discrepancies clearly and collaboratively, and hold themselves to a high standard of accuracy. As with all positions at KeHE Distributors, we expect that all actions will be consistent with KeHE’s Mission, Vision, and Values.

Essential Functions

DUTIES, TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Execute scheduled and walk-off counts on assigned locations, sustaining a count accuracy standard of 98% or greater.
• Navigate WMS (NTS) to create, view, and manage cycle count batches, self-initiating counts and identifying, root-causing, and correcting variances without reliance on leadership direction; escalating systemic discrepancies to IC leadership as appropriate.
• Develop working knowledge of warehouse processes across supporting departments to understand how inventory accuracy impacts the broader operation.
• Engage with the Sr. Cycle Counter as primary mentor and resource during onboarding and beyond.
• Participate in regular check-ins with the DC IC Manager and contribute to a culture of accountability, interoperability, and empathy.
• Other duties and projects as assigned.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to obtain VHP, Reach Truck, and Picker equipment certifications within 30 days of hire.
• Ability to work in physically demanding environment; standing, walking, and operating powered equipment for extended periods.
• Basic computer proficiency; ability to navigate inventory or warehouse management systems with provided training.
• Strong attention to detail with a demonstrated ability of accuracy under pressure.
• Familiarity with WMS platforms; NTS or AS400 experience a plus.
• Ability to identify patterns in count discrepancies and communicate findings clearly to leadership.
• Comfortable working independently and self-managing workload within defined daily priorities.
• Demonstrated reliability and consistency.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Some experience in warehouse, distribution center, or logistics environment preferred; motivated candidates with no prior experience will be considered.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Equal Employer Opportunity Statement

KeHE Distributors provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits all forms of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion or faith, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training as well as the administration of all Human Resources and Talent Acquisition processes.