Inventory Control Specialist

U.S. Venture; Myerstown (PA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with match

Paid vacation

Tuition reimbursement

Boot reimbursement

Employee discount programs

Job summary

U.S. AutoForce, a division of U.S. Venture, is seeking an inventory/rack operations associate. The role focuses on cycle counting, accurate inventory control, and cross-functional teamwork in a fast-paced warehouse.

The position requires heavy lifting (up to 80 lb), occasional 25-ft heights, and the use of forklifts/high-reach lifts. Benefits include healthcare, 401(k) with match, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older to operate equipment.
• 1 year of warehouse/logistics or relevant experience.
• Ability to safely lift 50 pounds consistently and occasionally up to 80 pounds.
• Ability to exert a pushing force of up to 40 pounds with barrels/tires.
• Ability to work at heights of 25 feet.
• Willing to work overtime as needed.
• 4 years prior experience in warehouse or related field or equivalent training.
• Ability to work independently in a fast paced environment.
• Good memory and accuracy with lengthy part numbers.
• Able to process a large volume of paperwork with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work with diverse individuals.
• Excellent math skills and basic accounting understanding.
• Above average scanning accuracy.
• Ability to follow directions and safe operating procedures.
• Ability to be trained and use forklifts and high reach lifts.
• Successfully pass a pre-employment drug test.

Responsibilities

• Perform cycle counting to ensure inventory accuracy.
• Lift 50 pounds consistently; up to 80 pounds; team lifts or mechanical aids for tires.
• Push up to 40 pounds when handling barrels/tires.
• Work at heights with tall stock racks (up to 25 feet).
• Organize, implement, adjust, and monitor cycle counts.
• Develop and maintain records of adjustments; resolve errors with warehouse staff.
• Follow up on shortages or errors.
• Build strong working relationships within the team.
• Recommend process improvements and assist with implementation.
• Be cross-functional in multiple warehouse areas.
• Understand receiving and pulling processes.
• Collaborate with Operations Manager to improve efficiency.
• Review and organize warehouse bin locations.
• Daily cycle counting and Put Away Audit.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor, with reasonable accommodations.

Skills

18+ age requirement

Warehouse experience

Lifting up to 80 lbs

Push force up to 40 lbs

Work at heights (25 ft)

Overtime willingness

4+ years warehouse experience

Independent work in fast pace

Part numbers accuracy

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Math and basic accounting

Scanning accuracy

Follow directions and SOPs

Forklift/high-reach lift training

Drug test passed

Tools

Powered industrial trucks (forklifts)

High reach lifts

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

U.S. AutoForce, a division of U.S. Venture, Inc., brings together more than 100 years of experience as an industry leader in the distribution of tires, undercar parts, and lubricants to independent tire retailers, auto repair shops, and automotive dealerships.

The schedule for this position is Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:30pm. Schedules are subject to change based on business needs and may require overtime.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform cycle counting to ensure the accuracy of inventory records, maintaining the most up to date, and efficient methods of inventory control available
• You can expect to lift 50 pounds consistently throughout your shift and occasionally lift up to 80 pounds. When lifting commercial tires you will do team lifts or use mechanical equipment.
• When working with barrels or industrial/agricultural tires you will need to be able to exert a pushing force of up to 40 pounds
• Some of our stock racks are 25 feet tall, so you must be comfortable working at those heights
• May organize, implement, adjust, and monitor cycle counts
• Develop, monitor and maintain records of adjustments to inventory, working with warehouse personnel to resolve any errors
• Follow up on customer shortages or other errors
• Create and support strong trusting working relationships within team
• Provides recommendations on process improvement and may assist in implementation
• Be cross-functional in multiple areas of the warehouse
• Has a clear understanding of the receiving and pulling processes
• Work closely with the Operations Manager to review and provide suggestions aimed to improve operational efficiency
• Reviews & organizes warehouse bin locations
• Daily cycle counting and Put Away Audit
• The duties listed in this job description are not exhaustive. Team members may be asked to perform other job-related tasks and follow any job-related instructions given by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodations

OUR BENEFITS

• Highly competitive wages starting at $20.00/hour!
• Weekly pay
• Work boot reimbursement program
• Healthcare benefits, available your first day on the job
• 401(k) with Generous Employer Contribution AND Match
• Paid Vacation, Sick time and Holidays
• On-the-job training and skill development
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discount Programs

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Physical demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be qualified as to visual, auditory, physical, and mental ability to operate equipment safely with or without reasonable accommodation. The employee must frequently lift products weighing up to approximately 50 pounds, and occasionally up to 80 pounds. Occasionally exert a pushing force up to 40 pounds. Handling of commercial tires (e.g., rolling, destacking, team lifting) conduct team lifts or use mechanical equipment.

Protective equipment required: steel or composite toe boots, safety vest, safety harness , seatbelt, SRL (self-retracting lifeline). All equipment is provided by U.S. AutoForce except for steel / composite toe boots. All team members must be able to adhere with safety and manufacture guidelines for compliant use of all protective equipment.

Work environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Fumes associated with tires and occasionally car parts and lubricants prevalent.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be 18 years or older to operate equipment
• 1 year of warehouse/logistics or relevant experience
• Ability to safely lift 50 pounds consistently and occasionally lift up to 80 pounds
• Ability to exert a pushing force of up to 40 pounds - working with barrels and industrial/agricultural tires
• Ability to work at heights of 25 feet
• Willing to work overtime as needed
• 4 years prior experience in warehouse, inventory control or related field, or equivalent training
• Ability to work independently in a fast paced environment
• Good memory and ability to work accurately with lengthy part numbers
• Able to process a large volume of paperwork with good attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work with a variety of individuals
• Excellent math skills and understanding of basic accounting methods
• Above average scanning accuracy
• Ability to follow directions and safe operating procedures
• Ability to be trained and use powered industrial trucks (forklifts) and high reach lifts
• Successfully pass a pre-employment drug test (do not test for THC / marijuana)

DIVISION :

U.S. AutoForce

U.S. Venture will not offer sponsorship for employment status (including, but not limited to, H-1B, TN, E-3, F1, CPT, OPT, STEM OPT, visa status and other employment‑based nonimmigrant visas) for this position. Accordingly, all applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis and must not require U.S. Venture’s sponsorship to continue to work legally in the United States. In general, U.S. Venture does not sponsor candidates for nonimmigrant visas or permanent residency except when there is a specific business need. U.S. Venture, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected characteristic. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may call Human Resources at [phone] (https://www.google.com/search?q=us+venture&rlz=1C1GGRV_enUS748US748&oq=us+venture&aqs=chrome..69i57j0l5.1168j0j8&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8#).

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