Cycle Counter

Leggett & Platt, Inc.; Grand Rapids, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Leggett & Platt Incorporated is seeking a Cycle Counter to maintain and improve inventory accuracy at our facility. You will execute daily cycle counts, analyze discrepancies, and support material flow to production schedules while upholding 6S standards.

The role requires forklift experience and ERP/MRP familiarity, with a focus on safety and continuous improvement in a team-driven environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 1-3 years Stand-up and sit-down forklift experience.
• Minimum 1-3 years of inventory control, cycle counting, warehouse, material handling, or manufacturing experience.
• Experience utilizing ERP/MRP systems and performing inventory transactions.
• Experience conducting cycle counts, inventory audits, and inventory reconciliations preferred.
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to inventory accuracy.
• Proven problem-solving and root cause analysis skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Basic Microsoft Office skills, including Excel.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to exhibit sound judgment related to safety, quality, cost, and delivery.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a shared owner of cycle count execution and inventory accuracy throughout the facility.
• Conduct daily cycle counts according to established schedules and inventory control procedures.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies and perform root cause analysis to determine and implement corrective actions.
• Verify inventory transactions, locations, quantities, and material movements to ensure ERP/MRP system accuracy.
• Research inventory variances involving receiving, production, shipping, scrap, and material handling activities.
• Monitor inventory accuracy metrics and communicate recurring issues to leadership.
• Assist with physical inventories, inventory audits, and reconciliation activities.
• Work collaboratively with Production, Receiving, Shipping, Planning, and Warehouse Operations to maintain inventory integrity.
• Review and validate inventory transactions and material movements to ensure proper documentation and system accuracy.
• Support material handlers by completing pick lists, material pulls, replenishment activities, and other warehouse-related functions as business needs require.
• Assist with material flow activities to support production schedules and customer requirements.
• Help maintain Kanban systems, supermarkets, point-of-use inventory locations, and material replenishment processes.
• Participate in inventory-related problem solving and continuous improvement activities focused on reducing inventory discrepancies and eliminating waste.
• Identify and implement process improvements that improve inventory accuracy, material flow, workplace organization, and operational efficiency.
• Conduct routine warehouse audits and identify opportunities to improve inventory control processes.
• Support the safe operation of material handling equipment, including stand-up forklifts, sit-down forklifts, pallet jacks, and other equipment as authorized.
• Conduct equipment inspections and immediately report unsafe conditions or equipment concerns.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment by supporting and sustaining 6S standards and visual management systems.
• Demonstrate ownership of assigned inventory areas by identifying abnormalities, correcting issues when possible, and escalating concerns when necessary.
• Support safety initiatives and actively promote a safety-first culture.
• Participate in Lean, Kaizen, continuous improvement, and problem-solving activities.
• Build positive working relationships with all departments and contribute to a team-oriented culture.
• Demonstrate flexibility and a positive "will-do" attitude while supporting changing business needs.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Forklift

Inventory control

ERP/MRP

Excel

Attention to detail

Communication

Autonomy

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

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HOURS: 3:30PM-2:00AM, Monday-Thursday with overtime as needed. 2nd shift role.

Reports To : Warehouse Supervisor

SUMMARY: The Cycle Counter is responsible for maintaining and improving inventory accuracy through the execution of daily cycle counting activities, inventory analysis, and discrepancy resolution. This position supports warehouse and production operations by identifying inventory issues, promoting inventory integrity, supporting material flow activities, and contributing to a culture of safety, 6S, accountability, and continuous improvement.

What you will be doing:

• Serve as a shared owner of cycle count execution and inventory accuracy throughout the facility.
• Conduct daily cycle counts according to established schedules and inventory control procedures.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies and perform root cause analysis to determine and implement corrective actions.
• Verify inventory transactions, locations, quantities, and material movements to ensure ERP/MRP system accuracy.
• Research inventory variances involving receiving, production, shipping, scrap, and material handling activities.
• Monitor inventory accuracy metrics and communicate recurring issues to leadership.
• Assist with physical inventories, inventory audits, and reconciliation activities.
• Work collaboratively with Production, Receiving, Shipping, Planning, and Warehouse Operations to maintain inventory integrity.
• Review and validate inventory transactions and material movements to ensure proper documentation and system accuracy.
• Support material handlers by completing pick lists, material pulls, replenishment activities, and other warehouse-related functions as business needs require.
• Assist with material flow activities to support production schedules and customer requirements.
• Help maintain Kanban systems, supermarkets, point-of-use inventory locations, and material replenishment processes.
• Participate in inventory-related problem solving and continuous improvement activities focused on reducing inventory discrepancies and eliminating waste.
• Identify and implement process improvements that improve inventory accuracy, material flow, workplace organization, and operational efficiency.
• Conduct routine warehouse audits and identify opportunities to improve inventory control processes.
• Support the safe operation of material handling equipment, including stand-up forklifts, sit-down forklifts, pallet jacks, and other equipment as authorized.
• Conduct equipment inspections and immediately report unsafe conditions or equipment concerns.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment by supporting and sustaining 6S standards and visual management systems.
• Demonstrate ownership of assigned inventory areas by identifying abnormalities, correcting issues when possible, and escalating concerns when necessary.
• Support safety initiatives and actively promote a safety-first culture.
• Participate in Lean, Kaizen, continuous improvement, and problem-solving activities.
• Build positive working relationships with all departments and contribute to a team-oriented culture.
• Demonstrate flexibility and a positive "will-do" attitude while supporting changing business needs.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

A few things you will need:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 1-3 years Stand-up and sit-down forklift experience experience.
• Minimum 1-3 years of inventory control, cycle counting, warehouse, material handling, or manufacturing experience.
• Experience utilizing ERP/MRP systems and performing inventory transactions.
• Experience conducting cycle counts, inventory audits, and inventory reconciliations preferred.
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to inventory accuracy.
• Proven problem-solving and root cause analysis skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Basic Microsoft Office skills, including Excel.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to exhibit sound judgment related to safety, quality, cost, and delivery.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and team lift as necessary. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE:

• Take ownership of inventory accuracy and data integrity.
• Put safety first in every decision and activity.
• Maintain high standards of workplace organization and 6S.
• Identify problems, investigate root causes, and drive corrective action.
• Support material handlers and production teams to ensure operational success.
• Embrace accountability and follow through on commitments.
• Seek opportunities to eliminate waste and improve processes.
• Communicate openly, professionally, and respectfully.
• Take pride in helping Genesis achieve world‑class performance in Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory, and Productivity.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Our Values

Our values speak to our shared beliefs, and describe how we approach working together.

• Put People First reflects our commitment to safety and care of each other, learning and development, and creating an environment of mutual respect, empathy and belonging.
• Do the Right Thing focuses us on acting with honesty and integrity, delivering the results the right way, taking pride in our work, and speaking the truth – good or bad.
• Do Great Work…Together occurs when we engage without hierarchy, collaborate as a team, embrace challenges, and work for the good of all of us.
• Take Ownership and Raise the Bar demonstrates our responsibility to add value and make a difference, challenge the status quo and biases to make things better, foster innovative and creative solutions to drive impact, and explore new perspectives and embrace change.

Our Commitment to You

We're actively taking steps to make sure our culture, processes and practices promote equal opportunity for all. Join us!

We welcome and encourage all applicants to apply. We’d love the opportunity to consider you.

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