Inventory Specialist

ZipRecruiter; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in waste management is seeking an Inventory Specialist to ensure parts availability for maintenance. The role involves managing inventory, processing orders, and maintaining compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This position includes a shift differential and requires moderate physical exertion.

Benefits

$2 Shift Differential

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of vehicle parts, maintenance, and repair.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including overtime, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Issue necessary replacement parts to mechanics from inventory.
• Perform weekly cycle counts and physical inventory audits.
• Prepare and process warranty claims.

Skills

Understanding of inventory-related best practices

Proficiency in computer data entry

Ability to read and speak English

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

Inventory Specialists are responsible for ensuring the availability of parts for the maintenance department in a cost-effective manner while maintaining compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and company policies and procedures. This position maintains records on a computerized system and is responsible for the inventory of parts and equipment. Maintains proper inventory to ensure mechanics’ demands are met efficiently. This position routinely requires moderate physical exertion and may require lifting up to 75 pounds.

Shift: 3pm-5am

Days: Monday-Friday

Offering $2 Shift Differential!

Responsibilities:

• Issue necessary replacement parts to mechanics, relieving the part from inventory to repair orders.
• Receive and unpack parts, verifying shipment accuracy, parts numbers, quantities, and pricing.
• Receive, tag, stock, and disburse parts to technicians according to policy and procedure.
• Prepare purchase orders for parts and equipment.
• Perform weekly cycle counts and physical inventory audits.
• Investigate and reconcile inventory reports.
• Prepare and process warranty claims.
• Return parts and cores according to policy and track credits.
• Complete inventory reports for management to assist in decision-making, including restocking.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the stockroom; perform routine housekeeping duties.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills & Abilities:

• Understanding of inventory-related best practices.
• Ability to effectively utilize parts manuals and manufacturer build sheets.
• Proficiency in computer data entry.
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office: Outlook, Excel (including statistics and pivot tables), Access, Word.
• Basic knowledge of vehicle parts, maintenance, and repair.

Additional Conditions:

• No more than 3 moving violations in the last 2 years.
• No DUI or OVI within the last 5 years; no more than 2 in the last 10 years.
• Possible exposure to high traffic conditions and tight driving areas.
• Exposure to residential and commercial waste.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including overtime, weekends, and holidays.
• Legally eligible to work in the U.S.
• Valid driver’s license (if applicable).
• Successful completion of pre-employment testing.
• Ability to read and speak English.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature, complexity, and level of work to be performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities or skills required. This does not establish a contract for employment and is subject to change at the company's discretion.

Rumpke Waste and Recycling is committed to equality in employment. It is Rumpke’s policy to provide equal opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected classes.