Cycle Count Associate

Shinola; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Shinola in Detroit is seeking a Cycle Count Associate to maintain accurate inventory of raw materials, WIP, and finished goods within our manufacturing facility.

You will perform scheduled cycle counts, verify quantities and lot/serial numbers, investigate discrepancies, and collaborate with Production, Receiving, Shipping, Purchasing, and Quality to ensure inventory integrity and uninterrupted operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of experience in inventory management or material handling preferred.
• Ability to work independently with urgency and accountability.
• Comfortable working cross-functionally in a team-oriented environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Basic math and computer proficiency; willingness to learn new systems and RF devices.
• Ability to lift 30-50 lbs and stand for extended periods of time.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled cycle counts of raw materials, WIP, finished goods, and production supplies.
• Verify inventory quantities, locations, lot numbers, serial numbers, and material status within the ERP or warehouse management system.
• Research, analyze, and reconcile inventory discrepancies by reviewing inventory transactions, production reporting, receipts, transfers, and shipments.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality, Shipping, Receiving, and Purchasing to identify and resolve inventory variances.
• Ensure all inventory transactions are processed accurately and promptly.
• Perform approved inventory adjustments in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Monitor inventory accuracy and identify trends or recurring issues affecting inventory integrity.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual physical inventories.
• Maintain accurate documentation of cycle count results, inventory adjustments, and discrepancy investigations.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, quality standards, and manufacturing procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area while adhering to all health and safety regulations.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on inventory accuracy, material flow, and operational efficiency.
• Work with Shipping & Receiving to transfer completed finished goods to staging, investigate inventory discrepancies, and maintain accurate inventory records throughout the material flow process.
• Prepare weekly transfers of finished goods to distribution center, including creating systematic transactions, verifying physical inventory, and packing and palletizing items.

Skills

Cycle counting

Inventory management

ERP systems

RF devices

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

RF scanners

ERP systems

Job description

At Shinola, we make beautiful, enduring, handcrafted goods that are built to be lived in, worn out, and well-loved. Our thoughtful craftsmanship, timeless design, and spirited stories inspire our customers to live well, with confidence & joy-in a style that is uniquely their own! Because we are a growing and evolving company, each employee is a key stakeholder, making decisions every day that directly impact our overall vision and direction. At Shinola, you’ll have the opportunity to make a significant contribution at the start of what we believe will become an iconic American brand.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Cycle Count Associate is responsible for maintaining accurate inventory records of raw materials and finished goods within a manufacturing facility. This position performs scheduled cycle counts, investigates inventory discrepancies, and collaborates with Production, Receiving, Shipping, Purchasing, and Quality teams to ensure inventory accuracy and support uninterrupted manufacturing operations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Cycle Counting

• Perform scheduled cycle counts of raw materials, WIP, finished goods, and production supplies.
• Verify inventory quantities, locations, lot numbers, serial numbers, and material status within the ERP or warehouse management system.
• Research, analyze, and reconcile inventory discrepancies by reviewing inventory transactions, production reporting, receipts, transfers, and shipments.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality, Shipping, Receiving, and Purchasing to identify and resolve inventory variances.
• Ensure all inventory transactions are processed accurately and promptly.
• Perform approved inventory adjustments in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Monitor inventory accuracy and identify trends or recurring issues affecting inventory integrity.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual physical inventories.
• Maintain accurate documentation of cycle count results, inventory adjustments, and discrepancy investigations.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, quality standards, and manufacturing procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area while adhering to all health and safety regulations.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on inventory accuracy, material flow, and operational efficiency.
• Work with Shipping & Receiving to transfer completed finished goods to staging, investigate inventory discrepancies, and maintain accurate inventory records throughout the material flow process.
• Prepare weekly transfers of finished goods to distribution center, including creating systematic transactions, verifying physical inventory, and packing and palletizing items.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent experience
• 2+ years of experience in inventory management or material handling preferred
• Ability to work independently with a strong sense of urgency and accountability
• Comfortable working cross-functionally in a team-oriented environment
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Basic math and computer proficiency; willingness to learn new systems and RF devices
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to lift 30-50 lbs and stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to read labels and follow written instructions accurately

Note: This job description is not meant to be all-inclusive. Employee may be required to perform other duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Filson and Shinola are equal opportunity employers. We believe that every employee has the right to work in surroundings which are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination. It is our policy that all decisions involving any aspect of the employment relationship will be made without regard to race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, veteran and military status, genetic information, political ideology or any other status or characteristic protected by local, state or federal law. Discrimination and/or harassment based on any of those factors are totally inconsistent with our philosophy of doing business and will not be tolerated.

With regard to applicants or employees with disabilities, the company offers what the law refers to as "reasonable accommodation" to enable a person to perform his or her job.