Inventory Control Specialist - Lancaster, PA - day-shift

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An industry-leading provider of warehouse inventory management is seeking an Inventory Specialist. This role involves managing inventory processes, ensuring accuracy, and optimizing stock levels. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in inventory control, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to analyze data effectively. Join a dynamic team that values innovation and collaboration, where your contributions directly impact the success of the organization. If you're proactive, detail-oriented, and ready to take on a vital role in inventory management, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

401K with company match

Dental Insurance

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time-Off

Weekly Pay

Volunteer Community Service hours paid

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in inventory control required.
• Forklift certification preferred; training available.
• Strong typing skills and attention to detail are essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee inventory transactions and maintain storage.
• Analyze inventory data for trends and discrepancies.
• Conduct audits and ensure compliance with policies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Data accuracy

Inventory management

Problem-solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Inventory Software

Warehouse Management Systems

Forklift

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Corporate Headquarters - Lancaster, PA

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: None

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Travel Percentage: None

Job Shift: Mon-Fri 7:00am to 3:30pm

Description

An Inventory Specialist position is available at Jay Group. They are responsible for managing and overseeing the inventory process within the company. The role ensures inventory levels within the warehouse are accurate, products are tracked efficiently, and stock is maintained at optimal levels. Inventory Specialists manage and organize regular physical counts.

Sunday through Thursday from 7:00am to 3:30pm - Overtime may be required based on business need.

Inventory Specialist Job Responsibilities:

1. Oversee inventory transactions such as receipts, adjustments, and movements.
2. Help coordinate and maintain proper storage of inventory to prevent damage, loss, or deterioration.
3. Analyze inventory data to identify trends, stock discrepancies, and potential issues.
4. Generate and review inventory reports, and provide insights on inventory performance.
5. Conduct regular audits of inventory to ensure compliance with company policies.
6. Develop and implement processes for better inventory accuracy and efficiency.
7. Complete daily cycle count tasks generated by the system in our clean warehouse.
8. Complete special count requests as needed.
9. Upon completion of counts, determine if there are discrepancies and reconcile the differences as needed including SKU changes.
10. Verify lots/expiration information and pull products from active picking locations as needed.
11. Report large/unusual discrepancies to the IC team for further resolution via email providing supporting documentation regarding the issue(s) found.
12. Participate in physical inventories. Inventories may take place after scheduled hours including weekends.
13. Operate warehouse equipment (cherry picker, forklifts) to perform daily duties.
14. You will be required to work overtime as business needs require, especially during our peak season in November and December.

Benefits:

• 401K with company discretionary match
• Bus discount Program
• Dental Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Holiday Hours
• Personal Paid Time-Off
• Plum Benefits
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• Vacation
• Vision Insurance
• Volunteer Community Service hours paid by JG.
• Weekly Pay

Qualifications

Qualifications:

1. High School Diploma or GED or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
2. Three (3) to five (5) years of experience in a higher-level inventory control position required.
3. Forklift or warehouse equipment certification is preferred. This will be a requirement for the position but can be trained if required.
4. Experience in a similar role within a fast-paced warehouse or distribution environment a plus.
5. Strong typing skills with a focus on data accuracy and attention to detail while entering data.
6. Some advanced knowledge of Microsoft applications (Excel) a plus.
7. Previous experience working with Inventory Software and Warehouse Management Systems, preferred.
8. Attention to detail and the ability to count accurately is required.
9. Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
10. Strong communication skills oral and written.

About Jay Group:

Jay Group is an industry-leading provider of warehouse inventory management, ecommerce fulfillment, transportation, and specialty packaging services. For over 60 years, some of the world’s most trusted and well-known brands have relied on Jay Group to ensure their product is delivered accurately and on time. Jay Group manages the back-end details of parcel and B2B fulfillment so that clients can focus on growing their brands and businesses.

What does it take to be a Jay Group Team Member?

• Uphold Jay Group Core Values
• Make it Possible: We happily and skillfully remove barriers to success for our clients and our employees.
• Drive to Innovate: We have a relentless drive to innovate, simplify and continually improve.
• We Win Together: We recognize that our success depends on our collective genius and that we succeed when our clients succeed.
• Built on Trust: We live our legacy of being open, honest, ethical, and genuine.
• Have a proactive and self-motivated work style. Enjoy working independently with strong attention to detail.
• Must be willing to submit a background check.
• Ability to work legally in the United States.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

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