Inventory Control

IMKO; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

IMKO in Saint Joseph, MO is seeking an Inventory Control professional to ensure materials are accurate, stocked, and production-ready. You will handle cycle counts, production scheduling, order coordination, and SAP system updates.

The role requires at least 2 years in inventory control, proficiency in SAP, Lotus Notes, and Microsoft Office, and excellent English communication in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. On-site position with steady hours.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in inventory control and production planning at a fast-paced manufacturing facility.
• Proficient in SAP, Lotus Notes and MS Office.
• Excellent written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily, monthly, quarterly, and yearly physical cycle counts for 100% accuracy.
• Prepare and prioritize production schedules based on orders and lead times.
• Coordinate with Customer Service, Production and other locations to meet shipping deadlines.
• Prepare and issue purchase orders for materials and tools.
• Expedite the delivery of materials and communicate production status to departments.

Skills

Advanced math

Communication skills

Organization & multitasking

Self-management

English proficiency

Tools

SAP

Lotus Notes

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

#INDSTJO Inventory Control- $17 Summary Coordinates, facilitates and expedites the delivery of materials, makes sure that the plant is fully stocked with the necessary materials for production. Prepares production schedules and makes sure that the operation meets customer order needs and shipping deadlines.

Essential Functions

• Check/count inventory to make sure that all materials are always accounted for and that the plant is always well equipped with materials needed to complete customer orders.
• Conduct daily, month, quarterly, and yearly physical cycle counts to ensure 100% accuracy.
• Proactively prepare for future or unexpected customer order needs based on sales forecasts and past order histories by keeping materials in stock and preparing production schedules accordingly.
• Prepare, organize, and prioritize production schedules based on customer orders and lead times.
• Rearrange and modify production schedules when met with unforeseen circumstances.
• Actively communicate with and coordinate with Customer Service, Production, and other SCS locations to make sure the plant meets shipping deadlines.
• Prepare purchase orders to obtain materials, tools, and equipment.
• Schedule, coordinate, and expedite the delivery of material.
• Communicate the status of production to all applicable departments including, but not limited to Management, Sales, Customer Service, and Shipping.
• Initiate replacement orders for lost, damaged, or incorrect material received.
• Work extensively with the SAP system to constantly account for inventory and constantly update production capacity.
• Other duties, as assigned.

Essential Physical Functions

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position, often sitting or standing for prolonged periods.
• Regular use of office and computer equipment
• Requires some degree of speed and concentration
• Ability to transport oneself up and down inclines, slopes, steps and platforms.
• Ability to maneuver around operating equipment and machinery.
• Ability to operate powered and non-powered tools, equipment and office machinery.
• Ability to reach within hand and arm length, bend and stoop.
• Can withstand manufacturing working conditions.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Highly professional with strong ethical values
• Self-managing and responsible
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Advanced math skills.
• Organization and multi-tasking capabilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience preferred of inventory control and production planning experience at a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing facility.
• Knowledge of SAP, Lotus Notes, and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English.