Forest Grove Inventory Clerk

Chaucer Foods Ltd; Forest Grove (OR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401K with company match

Generous PTO and holidays

Life insurance

Job summary

Chaucer Foods is seeking an Inventory Clerk to help ensure inventory accuracy and support warehouse operations at our Forest Grove, Oregon facility.

This role emphasizes data analysis, cycle counts, reporting, and continuous improvement, with safety and teamwork at the core. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented and able to lift up to 50 pounds, with forklift certification and ERP experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Forklift certified.
• Lift up to 50 pounds.
• Twist, bend, and climb.
• Temperatures from -30 to 70 F.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent data entry and math skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily cycle counts and inventory audits.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies and identify root causes.
• Update inventory records and maintain accurate stock levels.
• Prepare reports on inventory status and variances.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives for accuracy and efficiency.
• Back up batch ticket closing and ensure accurate data entry.
• Train and support staff on proper documentation and inventory procedures.

Skills

Data entry

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Team player

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Inventory Clerk

Join the Team Behind Inventory Excellence at Chaucer Foods

At Chaucer Foods, we create high-quality freeze-dried fruit products enjoyed by consumers around the world. We are looking for a detail-oriented and highly organized Inventory Clerk to help ensure inventory accuracy, support warehouse operations, and contribute to our culture of continuous improvement. If you enjoy problem-solving, working with data, and being part of a fast-paced manufacturing environment, this is a great opportunity to make a meaningful impact on our operations every day.

What You’ll Do

As an Inventory Clerk, you will play a critical role in maintaining accurate inventory records and supporting warehouse efficiency. Your work will help ensure the right materials are available at the right time to keep our production operations running smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

Safety Comes First

• Champion a culture of safety in every task and interaction.
• Follow all company safety procedures and proactively identify opportunities to improve workplace safety.

Inventory Accuracy & Control

• Perform daily cycle counts and inventory audits.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies and help identify root causes.
• Recommend and implement corrective actions to improve inventory accuracy.
• Update inventory records and maintain accurate stock levels.

Data Analysis & Reporting

• Compare physical inventory counts to system records, transfer orders, receiving reports, and sales orders.
• Prepare reports on inventory status, shortages, obsolete materials, and inventory variances.
• Support management with accurate inventory reporting and analysis.

Continuous Improvement

• Participate in process improvement initiatives that enhance inventory accuracy and warehouse efficiency.
• Assist in identifying trends and opportunities to prevent future inventory issues.

Warehouse Operations Support

• Maintain an organized, clean, and efficient warehouse environment.
• Support warehouse operations after daily inventory responsibilities are completed.
• Serve as a backup for batch ticket closing and ensure accurate data entry.
• Help train and support employees on proper documentation and inventory procedures.

Team Contribution

• Collaborate with warehouse, production, and administrative teams to ensure smooth operations.
• Take on additional responsibilities as needed to support business objectives.

What We’re Looking For

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Forklift certified
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Active position requiring twisting, bending, and climbing
• May be exposed to a variety of temperatures from -30 to 70 F.
• Must have the ability to work independently with little or no supervision.
• Team player with attention to detail
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Excellent computer skills and data entry proficiency
• Strong mathematical and analytical abilities
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently
• Dependable, reliable, and accountable work ethic

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with ERP systems and inventory management software
• Previous inventory control, warehouse, or manufacturing experience
• Experience conducting cycle counts and inventory reconciliation

Location

The role is onsite at Forest Grove, Oregon Facility

Salary

• The estimated salary for this role is $22-24/hour
• Starting salary may vary based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, and location.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• 401K Option with company match
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• Life insurance and other benefit options

Why Join Chaucer Foods?

At Chaucer Foods, our people are the foundation of our success. We are committed to creating a workplace where employees can learn, grow, and contribute to meaningful work every day.

• Make a direct impact on operational performance
• Develop your inventory and supply chain expertise
• Work with a collaborative and supportive team
• Contribute to a culture focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement

If you are organized, analytical, and passionate about accuracy, we'd love to hear from you.

At Chaucer Foods, we’re proud to create an environment where our employees feel supported, valued, and empowered to grow.