Inventory Control Lead: Lean Coach & Warehouse Ops

Kenco Group; Jeffersonville (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance (HSA/HRA/FSA)

Supplemental insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Employer Paid Holidays

Job summary

Kenco Group seeks an Inventory Control Lead to coach Inventory Clerks and drive accurate warehouse operations in Jeffersonville, Indiana. You will lead cycle counts, mentor staff, and ensure safety and compliance in a fast-paced distribution environment.

The role emphasizes lean principles, daily inventory analysis, and cross-functional collaboration to resolve discrepancies and improve processes. Occasional travel may be required for site support.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred and be able to pass a background check and drug screen.
• 2-4 years of prior inventory and/or warehouse/distribution operations experience and 6 months related leadership or supervisory experience and/or training in a distribution environment.
• Warehouse Inventory Management System knowledge preferred.
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office with emphasis on Excel.
• Attention to detail.
• Must be a licensed forklift operator or be able to obtain a forklift operator license.

Responsibilities

• Assists Supervisor with physical inventories and cycle counts of both inbound and outbound product to ensure inventory accuracy in the network or at a site.
• Supports Supervisor in directing inventory staff in the completion of work. Supports training and adherence to all corporate and site level procedures and policies, and Standard Work as outlined in the Kenco Quality Management System (KQMS) in addition to the Employee Involvement Program, Labor Management, LEAN, and Six Sigma manufacturing processes.
• Ensures operational/customer issues are communicated and met as required.
• Participates in root cause analysis of inventory discrepancies, including research and resolution. Uses various problem-solving tools such as Continuous Improvement and LEAN Six Sigma tools/methodology to determine root cause and resolution.
• Consolidates and reports on quality hold product, if applicable.
• Assists with stow consolidations to create space in the warehouse as needed.
• Safely operates powered industrial equipment to move products or materials for distribution such as clamp/slip sheet equipment, order picker; load, unload, and stores materials/products in designated areas.
• Supports the operation to ensure facility is always inspection-ready for ISO, FDA, and customer needs.
• Reviews and analyzes daily inventory reports.
• Serves as backup to other warehouse roles, as appropriate.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Inventory control

Leadership

Excel

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Warehouse Inventory Management System

Job description

Kenco Group seeks an Inventory Control Lead to coach Inventory Clerks and drive accurate warehouse operations in Jeffersonville, Indiana. You will lead cycle counts, mentor staff, and ensure safety and compliance in a fast-paced distribution environment.

The role emphasizes lean principles, daily inventory analysis, and cross-functional collaboration to resolve discrepancies and improve processes. Occasional travel may be required for site support.