Inventory Control Associate

Hinkley, Inc.; Avon Lake (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Hinkley, Inc. in Ohio seeks an Inventory Control Associate/Coordinator to ensure inventory accuracy in our distribution center. You will perform cycle counts, verify locations and quantities, and support storage optimization and process improvements.

This role collaborates with Operations, Customer Care, and Quality, with a HS diploma and warehouse experience required and growth opportunities within inventory control.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent required.
• 1+ year warehouse/distribution experience.
• Experience with inventory control or cycle counting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform cycle counts and inventory checks.
• Verify product location, quantity, labeling, and condition.
• Support storage optimization initiatives and location management.
• Document inventory findings in the system.
• Assist with receiving, put-away, picking, packing, and related tasks.
• Report discrepancies to the Supervisor.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area.

Skills

Cycle counting

Inventory control

Data entry

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

WMS

ERP systems

Excel

Outlook

Word

Job description

Description

Join Our Growing Team!

At Hinkley, a fourth-generation family-owned company, we create innovative lighting that helps make life's moments shine. We value the relationships we build with our customers, partners, and team members. We call it Life Aglow.

We are seeking an Inventory Control Associate / Coordinator to help ensure inventory accuracy and operational excellence within our distribution center. In this role, you will support cycle counting, inventory audits, discrepancy resolution, system updates, and process improvement efforts while partnering closely with Operations, Customer Care, Quality, and other teams. Responsibilities and scope vary by role level, with opportunities for growth and increased ownership within the inventory control function.

If you're detail-oriented, enjoy problem-solving, and want to make a meaningful impact while building your career with Hinkley, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Performs cycle counts and inventory checks according to established schedules and procedures.
• Verifies product location, quantity, labeling, and condition to support inventory accuracy.
• Coordinates and executes DC storage optimization initiatives, including slotting adjustments, VLM utilization, forward pick replenishment strategies, and location management to support inventory accuracy and operational efficiency.
• Completes operational training requirements and performs functions, including but not limited to Receiving, Put Away, Picking, Kitting, Bundling, Packing, and other requirements assigned.
• Documents inventory findings in system and completes transaction steps accurately and efficiently.
• Research inventory discrepancies and communicate findings to the Supervisor as directed.
• Support inventory adjustments, replenishment checks, and product movement documentation as directed.
• Assist with product verification, parts inventory, and related operational support as needed.
• Track and report inventory metrics, including count and transaction accuracy and discrepancy trends.
• Maintains a clean and organized work area to support an efficient and safe working environment.
• Works in a safe manner and complies with established safety procedures and rules, including safe operation of powered industrial trucks such as order picker.
• Informs supervisor of any unsafe conditions, accidents, and near-miss incidents.
• Adhere to all C-TPAT requirements to maintain the security of the building and its contents.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by Manager/Supervisor.

Requirements

Education & Related Work Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 1+year of warehouse, distribution center, manufacturing, or related work experience required.
• Experience in inventory control, cycle counting, receiving, product verification or inventory transactions strongly preferred.

Skills & Qualifications

• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook and Word; ability and willingness to learn Excel and other business applications required.
• Experience using Warehouse Management System (WMS), Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems or similar inventory and order management software preferred.
• Ability to accurately follow written procedures, work instructions, and inventory control processes.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately perform data entry, inventory transactions, and inventory documentation.
• Basic mathematical skills, including the ability to perform inventory counts, quantity verification, and simple calculations.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work professionally with team members and internal departments.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage daily tasks in a fast-paced distribution environment.
• Reliable attendance, dependability, and commitment to workplace safety.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in a warehouse and perform work in a warehouse environment.
• Ability to stand and/or sit for prolonged periods of time.
• Frequently required to walk.
• Frequently required to lift, carry, and move boxes and products as part of normal daily duties.
• Noise level is usually moderate (industrial lift truck equipment).
• Ability to view computer screen and type on a keyboard.
• Ability to converse over a telephone (hear, speak).

The following descriptions are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

The Company is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity, all qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran’s status or any other protected characteristic. Candidates must possess authorization to work in the United States, as it is not our practice to sponsor individuals for work visas.