Inventory Specialist

UW Interco, LLC; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

Apogee Enterprises, Inc. is seeking an Inventory Specialist to maintain inventory accuracy through cycle counts and audits. You will work with warehouse operations, production, planning, and supply chain teams to improve inventory control and support efficiency.

The role requires attention to detail, ability to work independently, and flexibility to extend hours. The position offers opportunities to contribute to process improvements, collaborate across departments, and ensure safe, compliant

Qualifications

• High School or equivalent required.
• 1-4 years in manufacturing preferred.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Willingness to work extended hours and Saturdays.

Responsibilities

• Perform cycle counts and inventory audits using Epicor.
• Investigate discrepancies and report variances.
• Maintain accurate on-hand records and system locations.
• Coordinate with warehouse and production to improve accuracy.
• Safe operation of forklift as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Team player

Critical thinking

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Epicor software

Forklift certification

Job description

UW Interco, LLC Apogee Enterprises, Inc. (NASDAQ: APOG), was founded in 1949 and is headquartered in Minneapolis, MN. Apogee is a growing, profitable company with annual revenues approaching $1.5 billion. We provide distinctive metal and glass solutions for enclosing commercial buildings, and glass and acrylic solutions for picture framing and display applications. To learn more visit: www.apog.com. The Apogee Performance Surfaces segment has grown from $100M to $200M in revenue through a recent acquisition. Our brands in the Performance Surfaces portfolio develop and manufacture high-performance coated materials for a variety of applications, including wall décor, museums, graphic design, architectural interiors, digital display, and industrial flooring markets. We are the global leader in anti-reflective, conservation grade electrostatic dissipative, high-definition, and abrasion resistance coatings, that provide protection, innovative designs, and exceptional durability.

Schedule

Monday through Friday 8:00am-4:30pm

Position Summary

The Inventory Specialist is responsible for maintaining inventory accuracy through routine cycle counts, inventory audits, and discrepancy investigations. This role ensures inventory records align with physical stock by identifying, analyzing, and resolving inventory variances. The Inventory Specialist works closely with warehouse operations, production, planning, and supply chain teams to improve inventory control processes and support operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Utilize Epicor software to process cycle counts, review on-hand inventory, current activity, and past activity.
• Ensure that material issued, job completion reports, and manufacturing receipts match.
• Cycle counts raw materials, packaging materials, finished goods, and nonconforming materials daily per schedule.
• Analyze variances between system and actual counts.
• Work with coating line supervisors and team members to improve inventory accuracy.
• Ensure materials are in proper locations. Conducts searches to locate misclassified inventory.
• Report discrepancies of over/under amounts and any damaged products to supervision - published weekly.
• Communicate and develop process enhancements as needed (performs root cause analysis on inventory discrepancies and recommends process improvements to eliminate them).
• Additional Responsibilities: Ensure all safety rules are strictly observed.
• Maintain neat, clean, and orderly warehouse appearance.
• Ability to work extended hours/over-time as needed as well as some Saturdays.
• Adhere to all company policies and safety procedures and guidelines.
• Conform to all quality and safety procedures.
• Perform department related project activity that may include investigating, analyzing, formulating possible solutions, documenting processes, and communicating
• Accurately count, verify, and record all receipts within a reasonable timeframe.
• Notify appropriate departments of products received and efficiently organize.
• Put away and move inventory so the system accurately displays its location.
• Perform all job functions in accordance with safety and security policies and ensure the safekeeping of all warehouse inventory and equipment.
• Operate forklift with proper certification only and in accordance with safety policies.
• Verify all product movements are accompanied by the appropriate authorization and documentation.
• Assist with stocking to effectively manage supply levels and on-hand products.
• Outline daily tasks and prioritize tasks to meet customer deadlines.
• Productive customer relationships through effective communication.
• Critical thinking to envision and implement process improvements.
• Demonstrates great attention to detail; must be well-organized.
• Excels in a team-oriented environment.
• Versatile, confident, and disciplined work ethic.
• Competency in basic computer skills.
• Ability to work independently with little to no supervision.

Personal Attributes and Experience

• High School, some college.
• 1-4 years preferably in the Manufacturing industry.
• Productive customer relationships through effective communication.
• Critical thinkers that envision and implement process improvements.
• Demonstrates great attention to detail; must be well-organized.
• Excels in a team-oriented environment.
• Versatile, confident, and disciplined work ethic.
• Competency in basic computer skills.

Work Environment

Work is performed primarily in an industrial manufacturing environment and throughout facility areas. The employee may work near moving machinery, energized equipment, elevated work areas, and other production hazards. Noise levels may be loud, and required personal protective equipment must be worn. Computer work is also required for planning, documentation, and communication.

• Regularly stand, walk, climb, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to handle tools, equipment, and controls.
• Occasionally sit for planning, documentation, and computer work.
• Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and use team lifting or mechanical assistance for heavier items in accordance with company policy.
• Have close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth vision sufficient to perform the work safely, including the ability to adjust focus.

Our Benefits

• Competitive Benefits Package for employees and their dependents (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability)
• Incentive Plans
• 401(k) with employer contribution and match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with employer match
• Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick Time)
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness Program
• Training and Career Progression
• Apogee and our brands are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Apogee Enterprises, Inc. and our brands are equal opportunity employers.

All qualified applicants will received consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.