Inventory Control Clerk

US Foods; Fontana (CA); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

US Foods in Fontana, CA is seeking a warehouse Inventory Clerk under limited supervision to maintain accurate stock levels and product quality. You will perform clerical tasks, compile records, update the inventory system, and prepare requisitions to support timely orders and shipping accuracy.

Responsibilities include daily counts and audits, researching discrepancies, preparing reports, and handling pallet moves with safety and HACCP awareness.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of three years experience in Inventory Control or clerical in a Distribution Center setting.
• HACCP experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily inventory counts and audits with detailed documentation.
• Research transactions to derive root causes and provide resolution.
• Prepare and retain reports and records in print and electronic form.
• Identify products in inventory and date codes.
• Manage full range of Inventory Reclass/Transfer functions.
• Operate material handling equipment and move pallet loads.
• Adhere to safety, food safety, and company attendance policies.

Skills

Strong math skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Electronic inventory database

Windows-based applications

Job description

Join Our Community of Food People! Under limited Supervision, helps maintain accurate inventory levels and product quality by performing essential clerical functions, including records compilation and retention, computer updates and requisition preparation. Deliver timely and accurate inventory and adjustment records to support an order and shipping index that exceeds Customer expectations. Complete essential Returns & Refusals functions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform daily inventory counts and audits and provide detailed documentation of results.
• Research transactions and exceptions to derive root cause and provide resolution.
• Request, prepare, compile and retain reports and records in printed and electronic form.
• Identify products in inventory database; Identify code dates on products.
• Perform full range of Inventory Reclass/Transfer functions.
• Evaluate, verify and process Driver returned products.
• Reconcile Routes, Invoices and other documents.
• Process debit and credit adjustments while utilizing accurate reason codes.
• Perform related clerical tasks and audits to support warehouse logistics.
• Move and stage pallet loads with material handling equipment.
• Adhere to Company standards for Safety, product handling and Food Safety.
• Keep timecard record to ensure accurate time and attendance reporting.
• Adhere to Division Attendance Policy.
• Work in multiple environments, including office as well as ambient, refrigerated and frozen storage areas.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education/Training: High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Related Experience/Requirements: A minimum of three years job experience, Inventory Control or other Clerical in a Distribution Center setting.
• HACCP experience preferred

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Computer literacy – MS Office, electronic inventory database, Windows based applications. Able to communicate effectively, written and verbal; Possess strong math skills, excellent organizational practices with a high attention to detail. Able to resolve routine problems of typical scope; Analyze complex scenarios; Prioritize job tasks of varying frequency; Perform with limited Supervision. Possess and practice strong teamwork skills; Serve as resource to others and provide inter-department support.

Ability to operate and become certified on Powered Industrial Trucks (Pallet Jack, Stock Picker, et al).

Work Environment: Ability to work in environments between 0F and 34F degrees.

Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law (for example: state or local minimum wage thresholds). The expected base rate for this role is between $18 - $28 ***EOE– Race/Color/Religion/Sex/SexualOrientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Age/Genetic Information/Protected Veteran/Disability Status***

US Foods is one of America’s great food companies and a leading foodservice distributor, partnering with approximately 300,000 restaurants and foodservice operators to help their businesses succeed. With 28,000 employees and more than 70 locations, US Foods provides its customers with a broad and innovative food offering and a comprehensive suite of e-commerce, technology and business solutions. US Foods is headquartered in Rosemont, Ill., and generates more than $28 billion in annual revenue.

US Foods may collect personal information from you in connection with the application process. US Foods complies with the California Privacy Rights Act of 2020, and its policy may be found here.

US Foods, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

Know Your Rights Pay Transparency policy statement is available here US Foods is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities.

If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the interview process or to perform essential job functions, please contact our US Foods Application Accommodation Line at 866-960-5886. You will be prompted to leave a message. Please state the specifics of the assistance needed and your contact information. A member of our HR department will return your call within two business days.