Inventory Associate

The Visual Pak Companies; Waukegan (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible Spending Account

Job summary

A leading packaging firm in Waukegan is seeking an Inventory Associate responsible for conducting cycle counts and maintaining accuracy in a warehouse environment. The ideal candidate will have at least 6 months of forklift experience and prior inventory control duties. Strong attention to detail, teamwork, and time management skills are essential. Benefits include health insurance, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off. This role supports a healthy work/life balance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months operating a forklift required.
• 6 months experience in inventory control.
• Ability to use RF Scanners for tracking inventory.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily cycle count audits efficiently.
• Prepare disposal shipments as requested.
• Maintain production and warehouse goals.

Skills

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Time management

Teamwork

Computer literacy

Education

High School education or equivalent

Forklift certification

Tools

RF Scanners

Job description

Join the PAK

The Visual Pak Companies are aligned with many of the largest consumer product companies in the household, personal care, automotive and food product industries. 30 years of consistent growth with no end in sight is a testament to our best-in-class workforce as the foundation for our collective success. The Visual Pak is looking for innovative and dedicated achievers who are encouraged to keep a healthy work/life balance to join our team.

Position Title

Inventory Associate

Reporting into Title

Inventory Supervisor

Position Purpose/Summary

Inventory Associate performs cycle counts in a warehouse and production environment. The work provided by the IA is to be accurate and reported according to organization protocol or account specific process.

Direct Reports

NONE

Position Responsibilities

• Performs daily cycle count audits provided by Inventory Supervisor in a timely manner.
• ICR (Item Count Request) performed daily in a timely manner.
• Prepares disposal shipments for outbound shipment per customer requests.
• Prepares RTS (Return To Stock) documentation before returning items back into the stockroom.
• Maintains a continuous work pace that supports production and warehouse goals.
• Maintains cGMP’s and housekeeping programs.
• Follows rules and regulations to ensure food safety, quality, and legality.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with their department.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Displays exceptional attention to detail when completing daily cycle count audits.
• Demonstrates efficient time management abilities by consistently completing ICR (Item Count Request) on time, in addition to other job duties.
• Possesses exceptional teamwork skills by maintaining positive working relationships.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• 401(k)
• 401(k) match
• Pet Insurance
• Paid time-off
• Paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Subsidy
• Childcare Resources
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Discounts

Qualifications

Education

• High School education or equivalent expected.
• Certification: Forklift – current status.

Experience

• A minimum of 6 months using a forklift
• A minimum of 6 months prior activity relating to inventory control
• Computer literate/RF Scanners
• Recent past experience as a dependable employee, particularly relating to low absenteeism and tardiness.
• Demonstrated capacity to receive work direction and perform to the expectation assigned.
• Understands how to participate as a member of a team; supports the goals of the team.
• Willing and able to work alongside a variety of people, with emphasis on respect and safety.
• Capable to utilize a computer or RF Scanners

Technology/Software

• Capable to utilize a computer or RF Scanners

Communication

• Expected to be able to receive information and perform the tasks assigned; likewise able to express themselves so as to avoid problems, errors, issues, or misunderstanding situations.

Physical Capabilities

• Have ability to regularly lift, carry, turn and raise; and/or lift turn and bend down to place a unit weighing up to 50 lb. on to a pallet or stack of units. Frequency could be every 3 to 5 seconds.
• Have ability to retrieve merchandise from shelves up to 6 feet high.

Movement

• Have full mobility in, and use of, arms, hands and legs.

Hearing

• Able to function in a semi loud environment, with frequent loud bursts of noise (such as backup siren)

Vision

• Able to see so as to operate machinery safely and efficiently.

Miscellaneous

• Travel: NONE
• Vehicle (own): able to meet work location and work time expectations
• Tools (own): NONE
• Technology (own): NONE

Visual Pak Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Visual Pak does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, gender (orientation or identification), sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other basis covered by federal, state, or local laws. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, skills, individual performance, and business needs.