Cycle Counter

Smithfield Foods; Tar Heel (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Education benefit

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Smithfield Foods in North Carolina is seeking a Cycle Counter to ensure accurate inventory in the distribution center. You will perform daily, weekly, and quarterly counts and resolve discrepancies promptly to maintain stock integrity.

You will use RF guns and PIT equipment, enter transactions in the warehouse management system, and follow all safety procedures while supporting ongoing distribution operations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 1+ years in a distribution center preferred.
• Proficient in MS Office; familiarity with WMS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Compile items to be counted and conduct counts.
• Resolve inventory discrepancies and analyze variances.
• Record inventory transactions in the system.
• Operate PIT equipment and RF guns for counting.
• Follow safety procedures in all tasks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Numerical ability

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

Warehouse Management Systems

Job description

Have a seat at our table. When you join Smithfield, you become part of something special – a company that’s sustainably feeding people around the world, producing good food the right way with respect for our people, animals, communities and planet. With opportunities across locations and functions, a culture grounded in our Core Four values - gratitude, communication, respect and accountability - and a strong commitment to learning, collaboration, and innovation, Smithfield offers challenging and rewarding careers where you can grow, contribute and make a real impact.

A great job and a great future await you at Smithfield Foods. As the world’s largest pork processor and largest hog producer in the United States, we’re a $16 billion global food company with more than 55,000 employees. We’re looking for motivated people who want to join our team and grow lasting and meaningful careers with us.

Our team members receive industry‑leading wages and are eligible for great benefits packages:

Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More.

Education benefit available to full‑and part‑time Smithfield team members on their first day of employment.

In addition, we offer opportunities for career growth and professional development.

The Cycle Counter is responsible for ensuring a high level of accuracy of inventory levels in the distribution center by performing cycle counts daily, weekly and quarterly, and resolving any and all discrepancies in a timely manner.

Core Responsibilities

• Compiles a list of items to be counted. Completes physical inventories, cycle counts, random or receipt audits, and reconciliations on a daily, monthly or quarterly basis.
• Resolves inventory issues in a timely manner. Researches inventory discrepancies, including variances in usage and cost. Analyses whether the variances are acceptable or whether they need to be investigated further and corrected.
• Performs inventory computer transactions in the appropriate business software.
• Utilizes order pickers and other P.I.T. equipment in the execution of counting locations.
• Utilizes RF guns to execute counting and investigate inventory variances and inventory reconciliation.
• Adheres to all safety procedures / standards within the course of performing job tasks.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or general education degree (GED) or equivalent is required.
• 1+ years of work experience in a distribution center environment is highly preferred.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) applications. Familiarity with warehouse management systems is preferred.
• Previous experience in cycle counting highly desired.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide.
• Ability to accurately count product and convert counts into bottles or cases.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong analytical skills.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• The DC environment will include extreme cold and heat (non-weather related), working near moving mechanical equipment such as forklifts/hi‑lifts, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, and chemicals.
• Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can be loud when in the loading areas.
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.
• Frequently required to sit; stand; walk; reach with hands and arms.

Relocation Package Available No

EEO Information

Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non‑job characteristic as directed by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757‑357‑1595.