Cycle Counter

Flex-N-Gate LLC.; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Flex-N-Gate LLC is seeking a Cycle Counter in Detroit, MI to maintain accurate inventory levels through regular cycle counts and discrepancy investigations. You will work closely with the Materials, Production and Quality teams to support lean manufacturing and continuous improvement efforts.

The role requires strong organizational and problem-solving skills, proficiency with databases and MS Office, and the ability to work well in a team.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 2 years manufacturing/inventory experience preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems and data entry is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills and time management.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Inventory expert, working with ERP systems to troubleshoot inventory discrepancies and monitor inventory accuracy.
• Maintain minimum inventory levels and monitor for accuracy regularly with cycle counts.
• Communicate current inventory with Material Scheduler.
• Work as a team with Manufacturing to locate and cycle count product.
• Check and update inventory databases with current data.
• Verify receipt data entry from Receivers and monitor FIFO of raw materials throughout the plant.
• CMS database - Troubleshooting inventory discrepancies, understanding transactions in inventory database and root cause analysis.
• Keep up to date with system changes and training requirements related to job duties.

Skills

Inventory control

ERP knowledge

Data entry

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Time management

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Summary

The Cycle Counter plays a key role in maintaining accurate inventory levels. This position is responsible for performing regular cycle counts, investigating inventory discrepancies, and ensuring data integrity in the inventory management system. The Cycle Counter collaborates closely with the Materials, Production, and Quality teams to support lean manufacturing initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.

Core Competencies

• Customer Focus
• Communication
• Energy and Stress
• Team Work
• Problem Solving
• Accountability and Dependability
• Operating Equipment
• Ethics and Integrity
• Analytical

Job Duties

• Inventory expert, working with ERP systems to troubleshoot inventory discrepancies and monitor inventory accuracy.
• Maintain minimum inventory levels and monitor for accuracy regularly with cycle counts.
• Communicate current inventory with Material Scheduler.
• Work as a team with Manufacturing to locate and cycle count product.
• Check and update inventory databases with current data.
• Verify receipt data entry from Receivers and monitor FIFO of raw materials throughout the plant.
• CMS database - Troubleshooting inventory discrepancies, understanding transactions in inventory database and root cause analysis.
• Keep up to date with system changes and training requirements related to job duties.

Requirements

• High School Diploma and 2 years manufacturing/inventory experience.
• Excellent organizational and time management.
• Proficiency with database applications and administration systems, specifically Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work effectively alone and prioritize activities.
• Must be a highly motivated, service and team-oriented individual with an attention to detail.
• Supervisory and interpersonal skills are required.
• Troubleshooting ability is required.
• Strong decision making and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated good internal customer service skills.
• Detail oriented.
• Good computer skills.