Inventory Control Technician

Lineage Logistics; Kearny (NJ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and life insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Bonus eligibility

Holidays (minimum 7 days)

Job summary

Lineage Logistics is seeking a detail-oriented Inventory Control Associate for a 1st Shift (Mon-Fri, 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM) in Kearny, NJ. You will ensure inventory accuracy, coordinate product receipt, storage, and shipping, and support claims and account administration.

The role requires strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail, with the ability to work in cold and dry storage environments. Responsibilities include maintaining records, performing cycle counts, identifying stock

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to understand instructions in the country’s official language or as defined by Lineage Logistics.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including weekends if needed.
• Physically able to lift a minimum of 40 lbs.
• Experience in inventory management is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Keep inventory, purchasing, shipping and other records.
• Compile data from purchase orders, invoices, requisitions, and accounting reports.
• Determine stock supply and need for replenishment.
• Investigate damages, inventory adjustments, and shrink issues.
• Perform cycle counts and assist in physical inventories.
• Verify accuracy of shipping orders against stock numbers and catalogs.
• Review files to identify unused items and potential disposal.
• Operate warehouse equipment following safety standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Proficient computer skills

Flexible work schedule

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

1st Shift Role Monday - Friday 6:00AM - 2:30PM Join a fast-paced operations team where you'll be responsible for ensuring inventory accuracy and supporting the seamless movement of products throughout the facility. This role oversees inventory tracking, cycle counting, claims management, and account administration, while coordinating product receipt, storage, and shipping activities. Success in this position requires strong attention to detail, effective problem-solving skills, and a commitment to maintaining the supplies and resources needed to keep operations running smoothly.

What you'll do

• Keep inventory, purchasing, shipping and other records
• Put together data from purchase orders, invoices, requisitions, and accounting reports
• Determine stock supply and need for replenishment
• Look into damages, inventory adjustments, and shrink issues
• Find product to ensure correct product ID, conduct cycle counts regularly and assist in physical inventories
• Look at stock numbers, pallet IDs, authorized substitutes, and other listed information with catalogs, manuals, product lists, and similar references to verify accuracy of shipping order
• Review files to find unused items and recommend disposal of excess or damaged products
• Operate warehouse material handling equipment to move product while following all regulatory and company safety standards, policies, and procedures.

What you'll bring

• Ability to understand instructions in Country's official language or as defined by Lineage Logistics
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to work in temperatures as low as -20 Fahrenheit/-25 Celsius in cold storage sites or up to 100 Fahrenheit/37 Celsius in dry storage sites while wearing company provided personal protective equipment and freezer gear
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 lbs.; weight may be more dependent upon facility
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule and shift, including weekends if needed

Pay Range:$19.18 - $32.40

Why Lineage?

This is an excellent position to begin your career path within Lineage! Success in this role enables greater responsibilities and promotions! A career at Lineage starts with learning about our business and how each team member plays a part each and every day to satisfy our customers’ requirements. Beyond that, you’ll help us grow and learn on our journey to be the very best employer in our industry. We’ll ask you for your opinion and ensure we do our part to keep you developing and engaged as we grow our business. Working at Lineage is energizing and enjoyable. We value respect and care about our team members. Lineage is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to compliance with all federal, state, and local laws that prohibit workplace discrimination and unlawful harassment and retaliation. Lineage will not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability or any other protected status under federal, state and local law.

Benefits

Lineage provides safe, stable, reliable work environments, medical, dental, and basic life and disability insurance benefits, 401k retirement plan, paid time off, annual bonus eligibility, and a minimum of 7 holidays throughout the calendar year.

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Our shared purpose

We are transforming the food supply chain to eliminate waste and help feed the world. Our shared purpose drives everything we do in all parts of our organization, from the warehouse floor to the corner office. The work we do is noble, and our team members are passionate about the impact they make every day. Working at Lineage is not just a job – it’s an opportunity to innovate and put your mark on how food moves from the farm to dinner tables around the world. As a member of the Lineage Logistics team, you are a critical link in the food supply chain. Lineage is one of the world’s leading temperature-controlled logistics companies. Driven by our core values, we’re reimagining the global food supply chain. Lineage helps customers ranging from Fortune 500 companies to small family-owned businesses increase the efficiency and protect the integrity of their temperature-controlled supply chain. In recognition of the company’s leading innovations, Lineage was recognized as the No 1. Data Science company on Fast Company’s annual list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies in 2019, in addition to ranking 23rd overall in an evaluation of thousands of companies worldwide. As part of the Lineage family, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your career as we continually expand, using technology and award-winning innovations, to meet the needs of customers around the world.