Industrial QA Warehouse Associate/Cycle Count/Inventory

Ferguson Enterprises, Inc.; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Job summary

Ferguson Enterprises, LLC. seeks a detail-oriented inventory control associate to perform counts, investigate discrepancies, and support QA initiatives across receiving and put-away processes. You will help maintain accuracy, contribute to audits, and assist in developing QA protocols that improve quality and efficiency in daily warehouse operations.

This role requires teamwork and reliability. The position offers a mid-day shift with overtime potential and a starting hourly rate of $22.00, plus

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent experience required.
• Previous experience in inventory control, quality assurance, or a related field is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and outstanding organizational skills.
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled physical counts of inventory to ensure accuracy and reliability.
• Research and resolve inventory discrepancies involving products and quantities.
• Conduct and document audits of the receiving and put-away processes, and assist with both internal and external audits.
• Maintain inventory accuracy, adhering strictly to established protocols and standards.
• Guide quality assurance processes, tools, and quality standards with industrial teams to achieve flawless outcomes.
• Develop and improve reports evaluating standards or specialized testing methods to ensure results meet or exceed quality, timing, and cost standards.
• Coordinate data for technical documentation to enable the quality methods function to calibrate and refine methodologies, crafting continuous improvement impacts.

Skills

Inventory control

Quality assurance

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

WMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Overview

Job Posting: Unique Opportunity Since 1953, Ferguson has been a source of quality supplies for a variety of industries. Together We Build Better infrastructure, better homes and better businesses. We exist to make our customers’ complex projects simple, successful, and sustainable. We proactively solve problems, adapt and grow to continuously serve our customers, communities and each other. Ferguson, a Fortune 500 company, is proud to provide best-in-class products, service and capabilities across the following industries: Commercial/Mechanical, Facilities Supply, Fire and Fabrication, HVAC, Industrial, Residential Trade, Residential Building and Remodel, Waterworks and Residential Digital Commerce. Ferguson has approximately 36,000 associates across 1,700 locations. Ferguson is a community of proud associates who operate with the shared purpose of building something meaningful. You will build a career that you are proud of, at a company you can believe in.

Work Schedule and Compensation

Mid Day shift: 8a-4:30p- plus overtime.

Start rate of $22.00.

Overtime required as scheduled on all shifts.

Monthly Incentive Bonus based on performance.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled physical counts of inventory to ensure accuracy and reliability.
• Research and resolve inventory discrepancies involving products and quantities.
• Conduct and document audits of the receiving and put-away processes, and assist with both internal and external audits.
• Maintain inventory accuracy, adhering strictly to established protocols and standards.
• Guide quality assurance processes, tools, and quality standards with industrial teams to achieve flawless outcomes.
• Develop and improve reports evaluating standards or specialized testing methods to ensure results meet or exceed quality, timing, and cost standards.
• Contribute to the development of protocols for the implementation and maintenance of technical QA and control systems for production processes.
• Assist in audits and review quality data according to existing procedures, detailing results in the required format.
• Coordinate data for technical documentation to enable the quality methods function to calibrate and refine methodologies, crafting continuous improvement impacts.
• Adhere to company compliance and Health Safety and Environment (HSE) policies, procedures, and requirements.
• Ensure regular and reliable attendance to support team and operational success.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the overall goals of the team.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent experience required.
• Previous experience in inventory control, quality assurance, or a related field is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and outstanding organizational skills.
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team setting.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Basic computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Familiarity with warehouse management systems (WMS) is a plus.
• Dedication to maintaining a safe and compliant work environment.

Benefits & Pay

• Pay Range: - $15.00 - $34.66 - Estimated Ranges displayed are Monthly for Salaried roles OR Hourly for all other roles.
• Monthly Incentive Bonus based on performance.
• Our competitive offering not only includes benefits like health, dental, vision, paid time off, life insurance and a 401(k) with a company match, but our associates also enjoy additional meaningful and inclusive enhancements that are adaptable to their diverse situations and needs, including mental health coverage, gender affirming and family building benefits, paid parental leave, associate discounts, community involvement opportunities and more!
• Pay Range: - $15.00 - $34.66 - Estimated Ranges displayed are Monthly for Salaried roles OR Hourly for all other roles.

Equal Opportunity

The Company is an equal opportunity employer as well as a government contractor that shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a), which prohibits discrimination against qualified protected Veterans and the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(A), which prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability.

Ferguson Enterprises, LLC. is an equal employment employer F/M/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.

Company Information

Ferguson is a project success company providing expertise, solutions and products from infrastructure, plumbing and appliances to HVAC, fire, fabrication and more. As a leading value-added distributor of residential and commercial plumbing supplies and pipe, valves and fittings in the U.S., we exist to make our customers’ complex projects simple, successful and sustainable. The professionals we serve help transform the world we live in, and we are their trusted partners with the scale to provide peace of mind. Founded in 1953, Ferguson is part of Ferguson plc, which is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: FERG) and London Stock Exchange (LSE: FERG). With approximately 36,000 associates across 1,700 locations, Ferguson plc serves customers in all 50 states, Canada, Puerto Rico, Mexico and the Caribbean.