Inventory Control Specialist

ssacareers; Carson (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

SSA Careers is seeking an Inventory Control Specialist to track cargo container inventory, oversee yard counts, and maintain accurate records. You will run dray reports, update the Mainsail System, and prepare detailed reports for terminal management.

Strong data-entry skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office are essential. This role requires flexibility to work rotating shifts, outdoor conditions, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of terminal operations.
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record.
• Knowledge of cargo stowage and stability.
• Excellent problem-solving and quick-response skills.
• Ability to follow instructions in a fast-paced environment.
• Availability to work varied hours and shifts.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Effective communication with workforce and staff.
• Ability to analyze and troubleshoot operations.

Responsibilities

• Run dray reports and reconcile containers in yards daily.
• Physically count containers across yards and update counts.
• Update Mainsail System with container locations per yard.
• Generate and share inventory reports with terminal management.
• Enter ticketing data into Excel and derive ETA per container.
• Assist customer service during inventory downtime and answer inquiries.
• Process flips and verify trucker information and payments.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Inventory management

Data entry

Microsoft Office

Communication

Customer service

Tools

Mainsail System

Excel

Job description

The Inventory Control Specialist is responsible for tracking inventory and stock changes, specifically for cargo containers. The daily duties will include overseeing inventory control, managing deliveries, inspecting inventory, maintaining inventory records, and entering data and running reports.

Essential Responsibilities

• Physical Yard Inventory
  • Run all dray reports of containers sorted to come over to yards daily.
  • Physically check to see if all containers on the list (reports) were accounted for
  • Physically take count of all containers in all yards and provide space counts when needed
  • Update the Mainsail System with all locations for each container for each yard.
  • Send full inventory reports to all terminal management and internally upon completion of all the above.
• Data Entry
  • Update systems to reflect any changes (such as locations, out-gates, chassis info, delete transactions, etc.).
  • Prepare reports from data entry systems with high accuracy to give to customers.
  • Collect and enter ticketing information into Excel with a formula created to find the estimated time of complete out-gate per container.
• Customer Service
  • Assist the customer service window during inventory downtime.
  • Out-gate containers per customer visit (checking if all trucker info is correct and properly registered) and print interchanges for each transaction.
  • Answer phones/emails and assist with availability information.
  • Research customer inquiries on containers.
  • Scheduling/processing flips for outside carriers
  • Ensure the fee is paid, trucker paperwork is correct, and the flip is completed to complete the transaction.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Thorough knowledge of the principles of terminal operations.
• Must have a valid driver's license and a good driving record to use company vehicles.
• Knowledge and understanding of cargo stowage and stability are strongly desired.
• Requires problem-solving skills to respond quickly and effectively to operational issues.
• Requires the ability to follow instructions in a fast-paced environment and be available to work varied hours and days.
• Must have knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office.
• Requires the ability to communicate effectively with the workforce and other staff.
• Requires the ability to analyze and troubleshoot operations.

Supervisory Responsibilities

No

Work environment

• Must be able to work in rotating shifts, days, evenings, and nights.
• Must be able to work in extreme outdoor temperatures of hot and cold, extremely dusty conditions, and occasionally, conditions of high levels of noise.
• The ability to work in an environment that may be hazardous to persons unable to see and hear fast-moving equipment.
• The ability to drive 50%.
• The ability to operate various types of equipment.

Pay: $23.74 per hour

Our Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer