Inventory Control II

Unfi Company; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly paychecks

One@Work early pay option

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Paid Leave Time

401K with company match

Tuition reimbursement

On-site gym

Discounted child care services

Job summary

UNFI is seeking an Inventory Associate to join our Champaign-Urbana distribution team. You will help track inventory, research discrepancies, and ensure correct product placement in our warehouse.

Responsibilities include cycle counts, monitoring losses, and collaborating with operations leadership to drive accurate records and safe practices. Competitive benefits accompany a starting wage of $22.75/hr.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Bakco functions and RF systems is required.
• Experience with inventory tracking and reporting methods.
• Ability to operate powered equipment and read paperwork.

Responsibilities

• Monitor product velocity and track losses/damages.
• Research inventory adjustments and maintain service levels.
• Perform date checks and periodic cycle counts in specified intervals.
• Verify pick slots, investigate mis-slots and quality issues.
• Process return-to-vendor requests and basic slotting.
• Alert management to safety concerns and track expiration dates.
• Comply with HACCP and SQF policies as location requires.

Skills

Bakco functions

RF systems

Inventory tracking

Strong communications

Detail oriented

Job description

What does it mean to be a part of the Inventory Control team?

Our Inventory team is responsible for tracking all inventory within our distribution centers. This includes maintaining accurate records and researching any discrepancies withthe product.It is imperative to understand the layout of the warehouse to ensure the proper location of the product.Researching any damages/adjustments of product, tracking expiration dates, and alert management of any potential safety concerns that may arise.Within this department, you will ensure proper handling of damaged and/or spoiled merchandise, pulling and processing salvaged product, review and analyze inventory reports to identify trends, and work directly with various departments and local operations leadership to provide recommendations.

SCHEDULE:

• Monday - Friday, 4:00am - 12:30pm

Join the Champaign-Urbana UNFI team in an Inventory Associate role. Receive Benefits such as:

• Weekly paychecks and One@Work early pay option
• Starting Salary: $22.75/hr
• Medical, dental and vision benefits after 30 days of employment
• Paid Leave Time earned and Flexible Sick Time
• Even more perks: 401K with company match, tuition reimbursement, on-site gym, discounted child care services

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES:

• Monitors product velocity and tracks lost sales and in-house damages
• Researches inventory adjustments and maintain high service levels (low out of stock)
• Initiates date checks, periodic cycle counts ( 3 months in grocery and repack and every 3-4 weeks in cooler/freezer) as well as quality checks
• Researches mis-slots and quality issues, verifies pick slots and back stock verificationli>
• Processes return to vendor requests
• Basic slotting
• Alerts management of potential safety problems or violations.
• Tracks expiration dates (particularly cooler/freezer items)
• Tracks food bank and salvaged product
• Perform duties in accordance with Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) and Safe Quality Food (SQF) policies and procedures, as appropriate for location
• Good judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong knowledge of applicable Bakco functions and RF systems
• Understanding of all paperwork and reporting methods related to tracking inventory
• Capability of being licensed in operating powered industrial equipment

SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Strong communications skills; both written and oral applications
• Strong interpersonal skills; must be motivated and take initiative
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
• Ability to be detail oriented and manage multiple tasks

UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected ground. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the job selection process. - Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Compensation:

UNFI anticipates paying the above-referenced pay rate (or within the above-referenced pay range) for this position. Actual Pay, where applicable, will depend on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, education, experience, training, and any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements. UNFI is committed to transparency in pay in compliance with applicable state and local laws.

Benefits:

For Washington positions (or positions that may be performed remotely from Washington), https://www.unfi.com/jobs-more-info-wa.html for Washington-specific paid time off details.

Candidates hired into this position will also be eligible to participate in the following benefits programs: Paid Time Off; Sick Time; paid holidays and parental leave; 401K Program; medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental death/dismemberment insurance; short-term and long-term disability insurance program, Flexible Spending Account and/or Health Savings Account, subject to meeting the eligibility requirements and the terms and conditions of these programs, and subject to any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements.

UNFI’s compensation, benefits, and paid time off policies are subject to change in the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with applicable law. This job posting should not be construed as an offer of employment with certain terms, nor should it be construed as a guaranteed minimum.

Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.