Inventory Control Associate (Day Shift)

Sirna & Sons Produce; Ravenna (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Welfare Benefits

Paid Time Off

401(k) with Company Match

Weekly Paid

Career Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

Sirna & Sons Produce is seeking an Inventory Clerk to support daily inventory counts and quality assurance in our Ohio distribution operation. You will slot new products, maintain locations, and coordinate with buyers and warehouse staff to ensure accurate, high-quality stock for customers.

The role emphasizes inventory accuracy, system maintenance, and adherence to safety standards in a fast-paced distribution environment. Competitive hourly pay and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1+ years in a produce distribution, processing center, or related operation preferred.
• Proficient in Inventory Management Software and Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily physical inventory counts.
• Monitor product quality and advise buyers and warehouse managers of deviations.
• Slot new products and assign locations.
• Collaborate with buyers on quantity, quality, and usage issues.
• Provide inventory reports to buyers, managers, and inventory control.
• Maintain and audit the inventory system.

Skills

Inventory management

Microsoft Excel

Organizational skills

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Inventory management software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Sirna & Sons Produce is a fourth-generation, family-run, wholesale food distributor. In our 81 years of service we have continually provided premium produce, competitive pricing, and superior service. We are proud to bring you the finest quality products from growers across the nation, around the world and locally. We’re more than just produce, need dairy? We have it! Last minute catering, no problem. Our in house produce processing facility, Christine’s Cuts, we got you covered. We distribute our fresh arrivals 6 days a week to restaurants, hotels, country clubs, schools and institutions throughout Ohio, Central Pennsylvania and Northern West Virginia. You can count on us to provide nothing less than fresh! Our business, like yours, depends on delivering the very best and since 1939, Sirna & Sons Produce has been doing just that.

Essential Functions:

• Organize and perform daily physical inventory counts
• Assist in monitoring product quality and advise buyers & PM warehouse managers of deviations from standards
• Slot new product and advise of locations
• Work with buyers on issues regarding product quantity, quality, and usage
• Provides inventory reports to buyers, PM warehouse managers and inventory control manager
• Manages and maintains inventory system
• Conducts frequent spot and partial audits of physical inventory
• Assists with periodic (at least annual) physical inventory audits
• Inspect inbound freight and warehoused product, while documenting product condition
• Check produce in slots on a daily basis to make certain that the product set up for shipping meets acceptable standards
• Ensure products are rotated properly during daily slot checking, and communicate any problems with rotation to the stockers and or supervisors responsible
• Analyze, identify, and propose action to the solution of problems associated with Quality Assurance
• Take corrective actions internally to avoid future spoilage

Competencies:

• Well-organized with ability to prioritize
• Strong relationship management and interpersonal skills
• Innovative and creative thinking
• Listening skills
• Complex problem-solving
• Highly resourceful
• Organized and attention-to-detail approach

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• At least 1+ years of recent and successful experience performing the above functions in a significant produce distribution or processing center, or a significant food manufacturing and distribution operation
• Proficient skills in Inventory Management Software, Microsoft Office (particularly Excel), and common E Mail systems
• Experience operating forklifts and scissor lifts preferred
• Must be able to read, speak, and write English satisfactorily, bilingual a plus

Compensation:

• $20.00/hour

Schedule:

• Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday
• Start Time: 8:00am - finish

Physical Demands:

• Stand or walk for long periods of time
• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs
• Work in cold and wet cooler environment for extended periods of time

Benefits:

• Health & Welfare Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Voluntary Life)
• Paid Time Off
• Holidays
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Weekly Paid
• Career Advancement Opportunities

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.