Inventory Control Technician - 2nd Shift - 3pm to 11:30pm, Mon - Fri

Allen Distribution; Pavilion Township (MI); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Allen Distribution in Pavilion Township, MI is seeking an Inventory Control Technician to join our Operations team on the 2nd shift. You will maintain and monitor inventory levels, ensure accurate product movement, and support production with timely cycle counts and audits.

The role requires 1-3 years in inventory control, solid computer skills, familiarity with WMS, data entry, and the ability to read production schedules.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years’ experience in Inventory Control.
• Intermediate computer skills including data entry.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to understand the production schedule.
• Experience with WMS is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate product and packaging material inventory use.
• Do inventory audits and cycle counts as required.
• Coordinate, problem solve, and communicate inventory issues to customers, vendors, and Production Planner.
• Backfill on production lines as needed.
• Interface directly with customers on inventory adjustments.

Skills

Inventory control

Data entry

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Arithmetic

Tools

WMS

Barcode scanners

Job description

Description

Job Title: Inventory Control Technician

Department: Operations

Reports To: General Manager

Position Type: Full Time

Schedule: 2nd Shift, 3:30pm to 11:30pm, Monday - Friday with O/T when required.

Pay: $21.00 per hour with $1.50 shift differential when applicable

Purpose of Position

Maintain and monitor inventory levels and product movement for accuracy

Values and Business Practices

• Customer First – We deliver on what we promise to our customers with a positive attitude
• We treat everybody with respect and dignity
• We operate with high business ethics
• We are a good corporate citizen
• We value our professional relationships
• We strive to have a “Continuous Improvement Culture”
• We are committed to the safety of our employees and our equipment/facilities

Company Expectations

Our expectation is that all employees, customers, vendors will perform in a manner that will ensure long term success.

Flexibility:

Works the hours needed to support the business goals (including overtime, weekends and holidays). Remains open-minded, performs a wide variety of job tasks, transitions from task to task effectively (multi-task).

Reliability:

Always present and punctual; arrives prepared for work. Completes work in a timely, accurate and consistent manner. Plan and schedule your time off in advance with your supervisor or manager. Avoid unscheduled days off which will result in attendance points.

Attitude:

Maintains a “Whatever it Takes” attitude. Lives by company stated values and inspires others.

Willingness to learn:

Approaches new tasks with an interest to learn. Has the ability to learn techniques as job task requirements change.

Initiative:

Seeks out additional work when job tasks are completed. Goes above and beyond required tasks. Participate in pre-shift meetings and department meetings. Display pride in your work area by maintaining daily housekeeping of our operations building, equipment, break rooms, restrooms, smoke areas, etc.… Promote teamwork and assist in all areas and processes in the operation as needed / required.

Quality of Work:

Maintains high standards despite pressing deadlines. Produces accurate, thorough and professional work. Understands the importance of “Only Handle It Once – OHIO”, by completing work correctly the first time.

Follows directions:

Follows all written and verbal instructions provided by management, project leader, etc.…

Communication:

Shares all information in a professional and factual manner ensuring the best decisions are made for the company. Report all issues to your manager/supervisor.

Appearance:

Maintains an appropriate appearance and dresses in accordance with the established dress code guidelines to your respective position.

Safety:

Follows all rules, guideline, and practices. Informs supervisor / manager immediately if unsafe conduct or conditions arise.

Position Competency

1. Intermediate computer skills including Microsoft office, accurate data entry skills, WMS, document scanning, copying and basic office skills
2. Good communication skills
3. Ability to perform basic arithmetic, reading, and writing skills
4. Ability to understand the production schedule
5. 1-3 years’ experience in Inventory Control
6. Count back inventory reconciliation
7. Inventory audits for outbound shipments
8. Self-starter/self motivated; ability to work independently as well in a group settings
9. Interface directly with customers on inventory adjustments

Position Expectations

Production Support:

• Coordinate product and packaging material inventory use.
• Do inventory audits and cycle counts as required.
• Ability to coordinate, problem solve, and communicate inventory issues to customers, vendors, and Production Planner.
• Coordinate the product recoup operation.
• Backfill on production lines as needed.

Safety:

• Follow established Dock Safety policy.
• Complete the Motorized Equipment Daily Inspection sheet.
• Report all equipment malfunctions to manager and/or maintenance immediately.
• Wear PPEs as required
• Follow safety and security policies and SOPs Quality:
• Collect samples when requested by customers.
• Work with Production Planner to coordinate packaging material changes.
• Work with customers/vendors/Production Planner to resolve quality issues.
• Follow our Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and specific customer work instructions.
• Must have experience and be knowledgeable about Food Safety or willing to receive training in Food Safety.

Initiative:

• Interface directly with customers and maintain a professional and courteous relationship.
• Ensure customer requests are responded to within an hour. Provide customer with an estimated time of completion including factual response.
• Immediately escalation to management customer’s complaint (i.e. inabilities to meet customer requests or customer reported errors)

Food Safety & Quality:

• Follow food/safety SOPs and AIB standards.
• Must have experience and be knowledgeable about Food Safety or willing to receive training in Food Safety.

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