Inventory Clerk

omgcareers; Addison (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

OMG Inc. is seeking an Inventory Clerk to support the Illinois manufacturing facility with inventory transactions, purchasing and lean initiatives. You will work with the Production Team, perform daily inventory updates, assist with Kanban activities and audit reporting to drive efficiency.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and experience in inventory control, with strong organizational and communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with inventory control (preferably in manufacturing environment).
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to multi-task.
• Strong communication skills - both written and verbal.
• Strong PC skills, including working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily inventory transactions and maintain and ensure accurate inventory.
• Identify, research and report any raw material and/or WIP inventory.
• Calculate production efficiencies and report results according to pre-established productivity metrics.
• Assist with Kanban activities such as card counting and Kanban management.
• Support monthly 5S Audits by tracking progress and charting results.
• Create, enter, track and receive purchase orders.
• Conduct follow up with suppliers on lead times and status.
• Work with Maintenance and Tool Operators on purchasing.
• Follow S80 guidelines and provide support as needed.
• Complete general office duties and perform other tasks as required.

Skills

Inventory control

Kanban

Purchasing

MS Office

Data entry

Communication

Organization

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP system

Job description

Inventory Clerk

OMG Inc. is a leading manufacturer of fastening products and technologies for the commercial roofing and other construction industries worldwide. Based in Agawam, Massachusetts, with locations in New York, Illinois and North Carolina, OMG is an equal opportunity employer valuing integrity, teamwork, diversity, trust, respect, communication, accountability, proactive performance and a passion for excellence!

Position

The Inventory Coordinator provides inventory, purchasing and production support to the Production Team at our Illinois manufacturing facility. Reporting to the Materials Manager, the Inventory Coordinator also supports lean initiatives by assisting with Kanban activities, productivity metrics and audit reporting.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily inventory transactions and maintain and ensure accurate inventory
• Identify, research and report any raw material and/or WIP inventory
• Calculate production efficiencies and report results according to pre-established productivity metrics.
• Assist with Kanban activities such as card counting, Wire Kanban and Fastener
• Support monthly 5S Audits by tracking progress and charting results with
• Create, enter, track and receive purchase
• Conduct follow up with suppliers on lead times and status
• Work with Maintenance and Tool Operators on purchasing
• Follow S80 guidelines and
• Provide support to outside vendors when
• Complete general office duties and perform other tasks as

Requirements

• High school diploma or
• Experience with inventory control (preferably in manufacturing environment).

• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to multi-
• Strong communication skills - both written and
• Strong PC skills, including working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Ability to walk, stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance; and regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Good close vision and depth perception
• Positive "can do" attitude!