Clerk II, Warehouse

Carl Zeiss SBE, LLC; Hebron Estates (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Vision & Dental

401k Matching

Paid vacation & sick leave

Job summary

ZEISS is seeking a Shipping, Receiving & Inventory Specialist to support daily warehouse operations, including receiving, picking, packing, shipping, stocking, and inventory control. This role ensures materials and orders are accurately processed, and discrepancies are identified and resolved promptly.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in ERP and inventory control, strong organizational skills, and the ability to lift 50 lbs. Join a global leader committed to safety and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2+ years experience in an ERP environment.
• 2+ years experience in inventory control.
• Proficient in MS Office; Excel/Word intermediate.
• Able to lift 50 lbs and work in a warehouse environment.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Lean and 5S knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Knowledge of shipping/receiving processes and best practices.
• Receive packages and verify against slips.
• Prepare orders for delivery (pick, pack and ship).
• Load and unload deliveries.
• Stock shelves and organize the warehouse.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Monitor inventory levels and discrepancies.
• Document WI's / SOP's and train team members.
• Follow safety regulations and warehouse protocols.
• Track orders and ensure timely delivery.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Independent worker

Data entry

Lean & 5S knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ERP system

Microsoft Office (Excel/Word)

Inventory management systems

Job description

About Us

How many companies can say they’ve been in business for over 179 years?! Here at ZEISS, we certainly can! As the pioneers of science, ZEISS handles the everchanging environments in a fast-paced world, meeting it with cutting edge of technologies and continuous advancements. ZEISS believes that innovation and technology are the key to a sustainable future and solutions for global change. We have a diverse range of portfolios throughout the ZEISS family in segments like Industrial Quality & Research, Medical Technology, Consumer Markets and Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology. We are a global company with over 42,000 employees and have over 4,000 in the US and Canada alone! Make a difference, come join the team!

Role Overview

We are seeking a Shipping, Receiving & Inventory Specialist to support daily warehouse operations, including receiving, picking, packing, shipping, stocking, and inventory control. This role will ensure materials and orders are accurately processed, inventory records are maintained, and discrepancies are identified and resolved in a timely manner. The ideal candidate has strong knowledge of shipping/receiving processes, inventory control, and warehouse best practices, with the ability to investigate root causes and implement corrective actions. This position will also support SOP/WI documentation, team training, and maintaining a clean, safe, and organized work environment.

Responsibilities

• Knowledge of shipping/receiving processes and best practices
• Receive packages, materials, and supplies and verify the quantity and quality against shipping and packing slips
• Prepare orders and ensure they are complete, accurate, and ready for delivery (pick, pack and ship)
• Load and unload deliveries as needed
• Assist in stocking shelves and organizing the warehouse
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment
• Monitor inventory levels of stock, supplies, and other merchandise
• Count and update existing stock and adjust stock levels as needed
• Prepare and monitor reports on inventory levels, trends, and discrepancies
• Maintain accurate records of inventory transactions
• Track orders and ensure timely delivery of goods
• Reconcile discrepancies between physical counts and computer recordsInvestigate and resolve any inventory discrepancies
• Understanding of stock control principles and inventory optimization strategies
• Define root causes and implement corrective actions
• Document WI's / SOP's
• Train other team members
• Follow all safety regulations and warehouse protocols
• Other duties as assigned by management

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2+ years experience in a ERP
• 2+ years experience in inventory control or related field
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to achieve inventory goals
• Ability to lift 50 lbs independently
• Familiarity with inventory management systems and methods
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Able to work independently and accurately
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in basic computer skills and data entry
• Proficiency in MS office
• Intermediate skill set in Excel and Word
• Lean and 5S knowledge

Benefits

• Medical Vision Dental 401k Matching Employee Assistance Programs Vacation and sick pay The list goes on!

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of requirements, duties, or responsibilities. The Company reserves the right to interpret, amend, or otherwise modify, in whole or in part, any job description at any time, at its sole discretion.

Step out of your comfort zone, excel and redefine the limits of what is possible. That’s just what our employees are doing every single day – in order to set the pace through our innovations and enable outstanding achievements. After all, behind every successful company are many great fascinating people. In a spacious modern setting full of opportunities for further development, ZEISS employees work in a place where expert knowledge and team spirit reign supreme. All of this is supported by a special ownership structure and the long-term goal of the Carl Zeiss Foundation: to bring science and society into the future together.

Zeiss provides Equal Employment Opportunity without unlawful regard to an Applicants race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military or veteran status, citizen status, sexual orientation, pregnancy (includes childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), genetic predisposition, carrier status, gender expression or identity, including transgender identity, or any other class or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law of the employee (or the people with whom the employee associates, including relatives and friends).

Diversity is a part of ZEISS. We look forward to receiving your application regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, philosophy of life, disability, age, sexual orientation or identity.