Inventory Coordinator/Material Handler

Essex Industries; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Inventory Coordinator/Material Handler to oversee inventory control and ensure efficient utilization of materials. This role involves managing stockroom activities, coordinating product transfers, and ensuring the accuracy of incoming items. With a focus on continuous improvement and teamwork, this position offers a supportive environment where your contributions will directly impact the company's success. Join a company that values its employees and offers a competitive rewards package, making it a great place to grow your career.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

401k Matching

Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage

Flexible Spending Account

Life Insurance

Parental Leave

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Bonus Opportunity

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in stockroom or inventory management.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and MS Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Supervise inventory control activities for efficient material storage.
• Monitor inspection of incoming items for accuracy and defects.

Skills

Inventory Management

ERP Systems

MS Office Applications

Supervisory Skills

Education

Associate’s Degree

Equivalent Experience

Job description

Position Summary:

We are currently looking for an Inventory Coordinator/Material Handler. This role includes selecting, counting, weighing, and delivering materials, as well as checking and recording parts.

Essential Duties:

• Supervise the company's inventory control activities to ensure the efficient and economical utilization of facilities for storing and distributing raw materials, components, and finished products.
• Ensure the receipt and storage of products, materials, equipment, parts, accessories, and supplies.
• Monitor inspection of incoming items against orders for accuracy, completeness, and free of defects as determined by the quality department.
• Arrange for the return and replacement of defective items.
• Manage periodic and special inventories, account for inventory variances, and perform cycle counts in the stockroom, warehouse, and production area.
• Assist with improvements in policies and procedures to promote efficiency, faster service, and lower costs.
• Coordinate the transfer of products, materials, equipment, parts, accessories, and/or supplies between/among shipping, stockroom, and work centers.
• Communicate clearly (written and oral) with other company personnel and the customer as required.
• Aid lesser-experienced employees by communicating work priorities, providing assistance, and verifying the accuracy of work.
• Support, communicate, and defend the mission, values, and culture of the company.

Requirements:

• Associate’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3-5 years of stockroom or inventory management experience.
• Familiarity with the use of ERP systems in all inventory regards.
• Regular use of MS Office applications and systems.

The pay for this position starts at a minimum of $17.05 per hour when the minimum job requirements are met and goes up based upon a candidate’s experience and qualifications in a similar role. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on company performance.

Physical Requirements:

Moderate Physical Demand: Continuously lifting or moving light weight material; frequently lifting or moving average weight material; rarely lifting or moving heavy weight material.

Why Choose Essex:

Since 1947, Essex has been offering high-quality parts and services to our customers. Our employees are what makes that happen, so we do our best to take care of what matters most by offering a competitive total rewards package for our employees. It’s our commitment to making this a great place to work.

Benefits:

• Base Pay and Overtime Pay Eligible.
• Bonus Opportunity.
• Paid time off.
• 10 company holidays.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Training & Development.
• Retirement Benefits – 401k matching.
• Tax-Advantaged Accounts.
• Medical, dental, vision coverage.
• Flexible Spending Account.
• Life Insurance.
• Parental Leave.
• Pet Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.