Inventory Control Associate - backup

Ben E. Keith Company; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401K with matching contribution

Paid Vacation and holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

A family-owned food distributor in Texas is seeking an Inventory Control Associate Backup. This role involves assisting in inventory management, accurate counts, and operating a forklift. Candidates should be proficient in Excel and possess a high school diploma or GED. The position requires physical capability to handle weights and operate machinery safely. Offering comprehensive employee benefits, this position aims to support a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Qualifications

• Inventory experience preferred.
• Must have computer knowledge for emails and reports.
• Ability to learn heavy warehouse equipment operation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in Reclamation and Cycle Counting tasks.
• Accurate counts of inventory and fix strays in the warehouse.
• Perform additional tasks as needed.

Skills

Inventory management

Excel

Forklift operation

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Outlook

Teams

Forklift

Pallet jack

Job description

Overview

For more than a century, Ben E. Keith Company has been a leader in fine food and premium beverage distribution, and we strive to consistently exceed our customers’ expectations. Our Food Division is a complete broad line multi-state distributor, and our Beverage Division operates throughout the state of Texas as a proud distributor of Anheuser-Busch products, craft and import beer brands, spirits, and wine. We are dedicated to the growth and success of our business, our customers, and our employees—continuing our commitment to delivering quality since 1906.

Position Summary And Responsibilities

The purpose of the Inventory Control Associate Backup position is to assist the Inventory Control department Reclamation and Cycle Counting, and other duties as assigned by management.

• Accurate Counts of Inventory
• Fix strays and damages in the warehouse aisles
• Highly proficient with Excel, Outlook, Teams
• Must have computer knowledge, able to send email, reports, etc
• Able to read product lists and packages
• Keeping Inventory in Correct Locations
• Able to stoop, kneel, crouch, and bend
• Operating Forklift, pallet jack
• Repetitive lifting
• Perform additional tasks as needed
• Must be able to work at a height distance while using a lift (cannot be scared of heights)

Shift Hours

Tuesday - Friday 7am-4pm

Saturday 7am-3:30pm

Education And/or Work Experience Requirements

• Inventory experience preferred
• Highly proficient with Excel, Outlook, Teams
• Must have computer knowledge, able to send emails, reports, etc.
• Forklift, pallet jack experience preferred
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must pass drug screen and physical exam
• High School Diploma or GED required

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to work at a height distance while using a lift (cannot be scared of heights)
• Able to read product lists and packages
• Able to stoop, kneel, crouch, and bend
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time
• Ability to handle product weighing up to 100 lbs
• Ability to repetitively lift
• Ability to learn to operate heavy warehouse equipment, such as electric pallet jacks and forklifts
• Must have normal use of shoulders, arms, wrist, hands, feet and legs
• Must be able to work in different warehouse temperature zones
• The ability to hear, understand, and distinguish speech and/or other sounds (e.g., machinery horns)

Benefits

Ben E. Keith (BEK) Company is one of the largest food and beverage distributors in the United States. We are a family-owned business with a long-standing tradition of supporting the diverse communities in which we live and work. Our competitive employee benefits provide health and financial protection to our employees and their families.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability
• 401K with matching contribution
• Profit-Sharing Plan (100% company-paid)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Educational Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation and holidays
• Employee Credit Union

We have sought to create an environment in which the contributions of each employee at Ben E. Keith are fully valued. This means more than simply treating one another with respect; it also means considering how all our people can positively impact the quality of the decisions we make about our business. Here at Ben E. Keith, we recognize that our workforce reflects the increasingly diverse nature of our society, and we want to do all we can to take advantage of that diversity with both our external and internal customers. We believe our differences are also our strengths and we want to do all we can to use those strengths to find more creative solutions for the business challenges we face. Ben E. Keith is an equal employment opportunity, affirmative action employer. VEVRAA Federal Contractor. Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled