Inventory Control Specialist - Carson, CA

SSA Marine; Carson, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k Plan

Paid Time Off

Bonuses

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Job summary

SSA Marine is seeking an Inventory Control Specialist to oversee cargo container inventory across yards. You will run dray reports, update the Mainsail system, perform data entry, and generate customer reports while supporting the customer service window during inventory downtime.

The role requires knowledge of terminal operations, proficiency with Microsoft Office, and strong problem-solving, communication, and analytical skills. Working rotating shifts and outdoor conditions are expected.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Physical Yard Inventory: run dray reports, count containers, update locations in the Mainsail System, and deliver reports.
• Data Entry: update systems, prepare customer reports, enter ticketing information in Excel.
• Customer Service: assist during inventory downtime, verify trucker info, print interchanges, answer inquiries, schedule flips, ensure fees and paperwork are correct.

Skills

Terminal operations knowledge

Valid driver’s license

Cargo stowage & stability

Problem-solving

Fast-paced environment adaptability

Microsoft Office

Effective communication

Analysis & troubleshooting

Tools

Microsoft Office

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.

• 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.

Qualifications:

• 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

Eligible employees (and their families) may qualify for medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as having basic life and accidental death insurance, paid disability insurance, including paid parental leave if eligible, and an Employee Assistance Program. Employees will receive paid sick and vacation time, and company holidays if eligible. The company also offers paid bereavement leave, and paid jury duty. Eligible employees can enroll in our company's 401k plan, as well as a retirement plan. Employees will be eligible for discretionary and/or metric-based bonuses dependent on their position.

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