Inventory Control Technician

PLUG POWER INC; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) with 5% company match

Bonus eligibility

Paid time off

Paid Holidays

Wellness Reimbursement Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

PLUG POWER INC is seeking an Inventory Control Associate in Slingerlands, NY. You will perform daily cycle counts, ensure inventory accuracy, and investigate discrepancies, working both independently and as part of a team.

The role requires attention to detail, flexibility, and safe, professional conduct. Prior inventory experience and ability to lift up to 50 lbs are preferred, with a strong safety mindset.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior inventory control experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Utilize computerized inventory systems.
• Operate forklifts and pallet jacks as needed.
• Perform yearly physical inventory processes.
• Communicate clearly with Leads and Managers.
• Travel between sites as required.

Skills

Inventory control

Forklift operation

Team player

Attention to detail

Communication

Math calculations

Flexibility

Safety consciousness

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

Job description

Status: Non-Exempt (hourly) Department: Inventory Control Scheduled: Monday - Friday 7:00am-3:30pm Location: Slingerlands, NY

Position Summary

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the daily cycle counts of products, ensuring accuracy of inventory records, and investigating warehouse discrepancies. Candidates should have the ability to work both in a team-orientated environment as well as independently. This role will require strong attention to detail and meticulous accuracy. The ideal candidate must possess a high degree of flexibility, the ability to competently respond to direction, communicate with leadership in various areas, meet scheduling demands, and can satisfy the physical demands of the position. Applicants for this position must be a role model for high standards of professionalism and extremely safety conscious. Prior inventory experience is preferred.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

• Utilize computerized inventory systems
• Ability to comprehend and understand complex material movements and manufacturing inventory flow processes
• Operation of material handling equipment including forklifts and pallet jacks
• Clear and professional communication with Leads and Managers
• Occasional operation of hand tools
• Assist where needed as directed by the Inventory leadership team
• Ability to perform basic math calculations such as add, subtract, multiply, divide and compute rate and ratio
• Yearly physical inventory support, including preparation, execution and wrap up
• To work overtime as assigned and commit to a flexible work schedule
• Team player with a positive communication style cross-functional collaboration
• Ability to stand for long periods of time in performance of job functions
• Frequent lifting, bending and pulling. Must be able to lift up-to 50 lbs. unassisted
• Strong verbal, organizational, and written communication skills & attention to detail
• Results-oriented, driven work style, self-motivated individual
• Documenting work scope with meticulous detail
• Flexibility and ability to travel between sites as required
• Objective truth of inventory quantity assurance for the business

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent; vocational education/training is preferred
• Work experience in inventory control is strongly preferred
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and prior ERP experience is preferred
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively within a team atmosphere
• Familiarity with inventory management processes (exposure)

Pay Rate

Pay Rate: $18.60 - $25.80

Total Rewards Package

• Base salary is determined on a number of factors including but not limited to education, experience, skills, and geography. These factors are considered when making an offer of employment.
• The above pay range, may not take into account local geographic pay variations. If there is an applicable geographic differential, a member of the HR team can discuss that with you.
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance eligibility starting from the first day of hire
• 401(k) with 5% company match
• Bonus eligibility
• Paid time off including vacation, personal and sick time
• Paid Holidays
• Wellness Reimbursement Program
• Potential to apply for Tuition Reimbursement
• Fertility and Family Building Benefit
• Employee Referral program
• Employee Assistance Program

Company Culture & Values

Plug Power Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Our employees create products every day that are changing the way energy is produced and delivered. We thrive on innovation by fostering a learning environment that creates new, real-world products and applications.

Join our team as we rapidly expand into key markets like zero-emission on-road vehicles, robotics, and stationary power - Be a part of the climate solution!

To learn more, download our brochure. Check out these videos to learn more about PLUG: Plug Power's Culture Code Who is Plug? Manufacturing Electrolyzers at scale Megawatt Fuel Cell Power Generation System Implementing Fuel Cells in Material Handling