Dock Operations and Inventory Control Specialist

Potter Electric Signal Co.; Hazelwood (MO); Presencial; USD 25.000 - 39.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Potter Electric Signal Co. is seeking a Dock Operations and Inventory Control Specialist to ensure inventory integrity from receipt through storage.

You will coordinate dock activities, inspect deliveries, and match shipments to purchase orders while maintaining precise receiving documentation for audits and production continuity. In this role, you will organize inventory, post receipts in ERP, and support cycle counts, reporting, and reconciliation.

Formación

• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy.
• Excellent organization and time management abilities.
• Clear written and verbal communication across teams and vendors.
• Proficiency with ERP/inventory systems plus Teams, Outlook, and Excel.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.
• Knowledge of receiving, inventory control, kanban, shipping and warehouse operations.

Responsabilidades

• Receiving & Inspection: assign dock doors, coordinate unloading, verify counts and condition, match shipments to POs.
• Inventory Management: label, organize, post receipts in ERP, support cycle counts and reconciliation.
• Documentation & Reporting: maintain records for invoices, packing slips, shipments; support audits.
• Coordination & Communication: align inbound/outbound schedules; act as central contact for inquiries and escalations.
• Quality, Safety & Compliance: verify materials meet specs; follow safety policies and handling procedures; support audits.
• Operational Support & Improvement: manage daily dock ops; update schedules; drive safety and efficiency improvements.

Conocimientos

Detail-oriented

Strong organizational skills

Clear communication

Problem solving

Kanban knowledge

Herramientas

ERP systems

Microsoft Teams

Outlook

Excel

Descripción del empleo

Why This Role Matters

Production depends on the right materials in the right place at the right time. As the Dock Operations and Inventory Control Specialist, you secure inventory integrity from the moment a truck arrives through final storage, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards every step of the way.

What You'll Do

• Receiving & Inspection
  • Assign dock doors and coordinate unloading to keep material flow efficient.
  • Inspect deliveries from suppliers, vendors, and carriers; verify counts and condition.
  • Match shipments to purchase orders, packing slips, manifests, and bills of lading.
  • Identify and document shortages, damages, and non-conforming material; initiate RTVs when appropriate.
  • Work with Purchasing, Quality, suppliers, and carriers to resolve issues quickly.
• Inventory Management
  • Label, organize, and store received items in designated inventory locations.
  • Post receipts and adjustments in ERP/inventory systems to preserve traceability.
  • Support cycle counts, audits, and reconciliation activities.
  • Monitor transactions to sustain accuracy across the warehouse.
  • Adhere to kanban signals and workflows.
• Documentation & Reporting
  • Maintain precise records of invoices, packing slips, manifests, and shipment files.
  • Report shipment activity for accounting, auditing, and compliance needs.
  • Manage paperwork for damaged goods, RTVs, and discrepancies.
• Coordination & Communication
  • Align daily inbound/outbound transportation schedules with production priorities.
  • Serve as the central contact for receiving inquiries and escalation.
  • Communicate delivery status, timing, and requirements with carriers and suppliers.
  • Maintain records of approved and potential transportation carriers for operational and audit purposes.
• Quality, Safety & Compliance
  • Verify incoming materials meet specifications and company standards.
  • Follow all company safety policies and hazardous material handling procedures.
  • Provide accurate receiving documentation to support internal and external audits.
• Operational Support & Improvement
  • Manage daily dock operations to enable efficient material flow.
  • Update receiving schedules to align with production and warehouse needs.
  • Drive improvements in safety, efficiency, inventory accuracy, and process performance.

What You Bring

• Detail-obsessed approach with a passion for accuracy.
• Excellent organization and time management skills to balance multiple deadlines.
• Clear communication—written and verbal—across teams and vendors.
• Proficiency with ERP/inventory systems plus Teams, Outlook, and Excel.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.
• Knowledge of receiving, inventory control, kanban, shipping, and warehouse operations.
• Understanding of quality standards, safety requirements, and regulatory compliance.

Outcomes That Define Success

• On-time, accurate receipts with clean documentation.
• Zero surprises for Production thanks to precise inventory visibility.
• Well-orchestrated carrier activity and dock throughput.
• Audit-ready records that reflect best-in-class compliance.
• Continuous improvement that raises safety, speed, and reliability.