ICQA Lead

Colonial Group; Olive Branch (MS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Barrett Distribution Centers is seeking an Inventory Control and Quality Assurance Lead in Olive Branch, MS to manage cycle counting and inventory tracking, reporting to the ICQA Manager. The role requires attention to inventory integrity and timely reporting across locations.

Ideal candidates have at least two years as a cycle counter, familiarity with warehouse management systems, and Lean concepts knowledge.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum of two years’ experience as a cycle counter in a warehouse/distribution setting.
• Working knowledge of warehouse management systems preferred.
• Lean concepts knowledge strongly desired.
• Fluent in English; bilingual Spanish/English preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, manuals and procedures.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and strong organizational skills.
• Strong time management in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Performs daily cycle counts as directed by Inventory Manager or Supervisor.
• Verifies quantity by opening cartons and counting items and weighing materials.
• Reports, troubleshoots, and resolves inventory discrepancies; escalates as needed.
• Documents root cause inventory discrepancies.
• Enter non-conformities into Salesforce accurately and timely.
• Audit inbound and outbound shipments for inventory accuracy and quality.
• Document audit findings in appropriate software toolsets.
• Maintain product ID, location and lot code accuracy in systems.
• Report inventory accuracy daily to management.
• Assist with inventory integrity monitoring and process improvements.
• Train employees on SOPs for inventory transactions.
• Work on special projects affecting inventory as directed by the customer.

Skills

English communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Lean concepts

Bilingual Spanish/English

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

WMS

Job description

The Position:

The Inventory Control and Quality Assurance Lead, reporting to the ICQA Manager/Supervisor, is responsible for inventory cycle counting and tracking and monitoring inventory within the warehouse.

The compensation for this position is $20.50/hourly.

This position works 6:00pm-2:30am / Monday through Friday.

How You'll Make an Impact:

• Performs daily cycle counts as directed by Inventory Manager or Supervisor.
• Creates and assigns counts based on supervisor’s direction.
• Verifies quantity on hand by opening cartons, bundles, and other containers to count items and/or weigh materials.
• Reports, troubleshoots, and resolves inventory discrepancies as directed; escalated to facility leadership as needed.
• Researches, identifies, and documents root cause inventory discrepancies.
• Responsible for entering accurate and timely non-conformities into Salesforce.
• Audits inbound and outbound shipments to maintain inventory accuracy and quality.
• Documents audit findings in appropriate software toolset.
• Conducts location spot audits outside of cycle count program.
• Maintains product identification, location and, lot code accuracy in appropriate systems.
• Reports daily, orally and in writing, on inventory accuracy or discrepancies to management.
• Assists with monitoring and controlling inventory integrity.
• Recommends process improvements for assigned areas of the operation.
• Barrett PIV Certification is required within the first 30 days (or as dictated by facility need); certification must remain in good standing.
• Assists with training employees in following SOP procedures for inventory transactions.
• Works on special projects affecting inventory as directed by the customer.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma/GED preferred.
• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience as a cycle counter in a warehouse/distribution setting.
• Working knowledge of warehouse management systems preferred.
• Knowledge of Lean concepts strongly desired.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English (Bilingual Spanish/English skills preferred). Basic math skills - add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Must be able to interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Experience must demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines and the ability to function well in a high-paced and, at times, stressful environment.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified.

Barrett Distribution Centers is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, retaliation, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, mental or physical disability, genetic information, choice of health insurance, marital status, age, veteran status or any other basis protected by law.