Inventory Clerk

Ohio Gratings, Inc.; Canton (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohio Gratings, Inc. is seeking an Inventory Control Clerk to maintain inventory level records and support accurate stock data in Epicor. You will perform cycle counts, track variances with the Transaction Control team, and help reduce shipping errors while ensuring safety and quality standards.

The role requires attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced plant environment. Forklift certification and ERP/RF knowledge are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Forklift certification preferred.
• Knowledge of ERP/RF systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform cycle counts, inventory reduction and handle obsolete inventory.
• Use computerized inventory software (ERP) and report discrepancies.
• Communicate with transaction control and management to improve inventory accuracy.
• Assist in KPI reporting and process improvements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Time management

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Forklift Certification

Tools

ERP/RF systems

Job description

SUMMARY: The Inventory Control Clerk is responsible for maintaining inventory level records. The data entered by the Inventory Clerk is used to improve the level of service to internal and external customers while reducing the impact of stock levels and decreasing shipping errors. Inventory Clerks stock and count supplies and report any differences between the actual count and the stock levels in company records via Epicor and the Transaction Control team.

As a faith-based organization rooted in biblical principles, we strive to reflect these values in our work, relationships, and decision-making. We expect all associates to learn, embrace, and actively model our core values through their actions, choices, and collaboration with others. This commitment is essential to sustaining our culture and achieving shared success.

This job description does not describe all activities, duties, responsibilities, or physical demands that are required of the employee for this job. Likewise, the work environment described is merely representative. Duties, responsibilities, activities, physical demands, and work environment may change at any time with or without notice.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment while maintaining quality standards
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• High attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
• Communication and conflict resolution skills
• Will perform cycle counts, inventory reduction and handle obsolete inventory
• Use computerized inventory software (ERP) to record all inventory related data & demonstrates proficiency in ERP software

• Communicate with transaction control and management to improve inventory accuracy Trends on inventory with detailed explanation
• Recommendations to resolve inventory issues & reporting discrepancies in inventory
• Track results based on recommendations
• Complete various administrative duties as assigned Meets or exceeds all key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Shares in idea generation to improve output or efficiency to meet or exceed standards.
• Embrace the 5S methodology and utilize it to build and maintain a quality work environment.
• Drive a culture of safety, quality, ERP, and productivity through area and business efforts.
• Continually promote safety as a top priority
• Must follow all Ohio Gratings safety guidelines and procedures. Must comply with all OSHA guidelines as trained by Ohio Gratings.
• Must attend all required safety training.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education, Work Experience, And Proficiencies

• High School Diploma Required
• Forklift Certification preferred
• Prior Knowledge of ERP/RF systems preferred
• 3 years related experience preferred
• General supervision is required. Associate generally works alone performing routine work and checks with supervisor only when in doubt.

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl.
• Ability to use hands/arms to reach, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls.
• Ability to work in multiple areas of the plant and may be exposed to wet and humid conditions.
• Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs.
• Must have excellent vision, distant and peripheral, with the ability to identify and distinguish colors, and adjust focus.
• Will work near moving mechanical parts, high and/or confining places.
• Ability to sit or stand while counting inventory for long periods of time.