INVENTORY CONTROL SPECIALIST

ADP, Inc.; Mississippi; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Biewer Sawmill in Newton, MS is seeking an Inventory Control Specialist to help maintain accurate lumber inventory through daily cycle counts, location audits, and targeted recounts. The role involves forklift operation, data entry, and collaboration with the inventory team to support stock accuracy.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent and experience in a lumber yard. Work is performed primarily outdoors in a lumber yard environment, with safety policies and OSHA

Qualifications

• Reading and writing basic to intermediate. Ability to follow instructions and document results.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and basic computer navigation.
• Ability to communicate clearly with coworkers and supervisors.
• Strong math skills for counts, tallies, and measurements.
• Ability to apply common sense to follow procedures and solve problems.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily cycle counts and location audits to ensure inventory accuracy.
• Match bay markers to material and update locations as needed.
• Operate a forklift to move lumber to correct bays or locations.
• Assist with physical inventories and ongoing inventory projects.
• Identify and report inventory discrepancies and labeling issues.

Skills

Reading & writing

Computer proficiency

Communication skills

Math skills

Critical thinking

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Docs

Job description

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INVENTORY CONTROL SPECIALIST

Full Time Manual Labor Newton, MS, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1129

Biewer Sawmill is looking for a dedicated Inventory Control Specialist to join their team in Newton, MS.

Summary:

Ensure comprehensive inventory control of lumber materials by performing daily cycle counts, location audits, and targeted recounts to ensure data accuracy and resolve stock discrepancies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct and submit daily cycle counts of lumber material for review and reconciliation.
• Correctly match the bay markers to material placed in that specific bay.
• Operate a forklift to move lumber material to the correct bay or location as needed.
• Assisting the inventory team with projects and initiatives. Participate in annual physical inventories.
• Inspect and report quality or inventory issues with products. Verify correct labeling on product.
• Assist in maintaining inventory and research tag history to determine root cause of inventory discrepancies.
• Verify stock rotation for first in-first out.
• Count inventory based on weekly goals.
• Utilize scanning device and computer. Navigate internal system for tracking and to add or remove material or packs and make adjustments.

Basic Qualifications:

• Language skills to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Computer proficient with Microsoft Office, Google Docs and ability to navigate and acquire skills to use internal systems.
• Ability to speak effectively and professionally to customers or employees of an organization .
• Mathematical skills with the ability to calculate figures and amounts using addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Reasoning ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, verbal, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Education, Experience, and Certifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous lumber yard experience and understanding of lumber manufacturing and product flow preferred.

Work Environment:

• Exposure to bark, sawdust, and fluctuating seasonal temperatures (hot, cold, humid).
• Work is performed 90% in outdoor lumber yard areas and 10% in an indoor office setting.
• This safety-sensitive position requires employees to comply with all OSHA regulations, company safety policies, and required drug and alcohol testing procedures.

Physical Demands:

• Stand or walk for extended periods (8-12-hour shifts).
• Climb and descend steps, stairways, or ladders several times per shift.
• Lift, push, or pull up to 50 lbs. regularly and use hand tools.
• Use hand tools.