Inventory Control Technician

PLUG POWER INC; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

PLUG POWER INC is seeking an inventory control associate in Houston, TX. The role focuses on daily cycle counts, verifying inventory accuracy, and auditing warehouse processes to ensure data integrity.

The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, flexible, and capable of working independently or in a team. Prior inventory experience and safety awareness are strongly preferred for this hourly, non-exempt position.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong attention to detail and meticulous accuracy.
• Ability to work overtime as assigned and commit to a flexible schedule around manufacturing demand.
• Team player with a positive communication style.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of inventory locations.
• Use of Avante ERP and Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word).
• Frequent lifting, bending, and pulling.
• Operate material handling equipment including forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Communicate clearly with leadership and internal/external customers.
• Assist where needed as directed by Inventory or Warehouse Supervisors.

Job description

Status: Non-Exempt (hourly) Department: Inventory Control

Position Summary Will be responsible for daily cycle counts of product, ensuring accuracy of inventory records, investigating warehouse discrepancies, and performing quality audits of warehouse processes. The selected candidate 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 and meet scheduling demands, and the ability to satisfy physical demands of the position. Applicants for this position must be extremely safety conscious. Prior inventory experience is preferred.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of inventory locations


• Use of various software to include the Microsoft Operating system, Avante ERP and Microsoft Office tools such as Excel and Word


• Frequent lifting, bending, and pulling


• Operation of material handling equipment including forklifts and pallet jacks


• Clear and professional communication with leadership, and internal/external customers


• Occasional operation of hand tools


• Assist where needed as directed by the Inventory or Warehouse Supervisors

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent


• Driven and self-motivated individual


• Work experience in inventory control is strongly preferred


• High degree of organizational/analytical skills


• Ability to work overtime as assigned and commit to a flexible work schedule around manufacturing demand


• Team player with a positive communication style


• Ability to stand for long periods of time in performance of job functions


• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. unassisted


• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and prior ERP experience preferred


• Proven ability to collaborate effectively within a team atmosphere


• Strong verbal and written communication skills


• Role model for high standards of professionalism


• Results-oriented and driven work style


• Knowledge of warehouse operations

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