Inventory Specialist

Larson Manufacturing; Mocksville (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

401(k) with company contribution

Product discounts

Flexible time off

Adoption benefits

Job summary

Fortune Brands Innovations is seeking an inventory-focused role in Mocksville to support production and purchasing by maintaining accuracy, performing cycle counts and posting movements. You will operate data entry, use company software, and collaborate with purchasing to align material availability with production schedules.

The role offers a competitive base salary with bonus potential and a benefits package including health plans and a strong 401(k) program.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read, write and understand work instructions, production standards and Company communications.
• Ability to work overtime as needed to meet business needs.
• Ability to effectively and respectfully communicate with all levels of the organization.
• Ability to add, subtract in all units of measure using whole numbers.
• Ability to measure, read, and interpret a tape measure.
• Ability to successfully obtain and maintain a forklift operator’s license.

Responsibilities

• Be courteous and maintain a good working relation with supervisors, team leaders, and co-workers.
• Read, comprehend, interpret and follow production safety and quality standards.
• Perform data entry and be proficient in company computer/software programs.
• Verify inventory accuracy printed versus actual.
• Utilize and monitor inventory systems to meet accuracy requirements.
• Stays current on inventory status of materials and parts for production schedule.
• Report scrap and excess material usage and adjust records to match systems.
• Post and record inventory movement and usage; suggest BOM adjustments.

Skills

Data entry

Inventory management

Forklift certification

Communication

Reading & interpretation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Inventory software

Job description

Company Description

Fortune Brands Innovations is an industry-leading home, security and digital products company. We’re advancing exciting innovations across our portfolio, which includes: Moen, House of Rohl, Aqualisa, SpringWell, Therma-Tru, Larson, Fiberon, Master Lock, SentrySafe and Yale residential.

At Fortune Brands, we’re building something big. We’re advancing exciting innovations in all of our products and processes. We’re delivering trust, dependability, sustainability, and style. To make it all happen, we’ve transformed our workplace into an environment where smart, ambitious people have the support to reach their fullest potential.

When you join Fortune Brands, you become part of a high-performing team empowered to think big, learn fast and make bold decisions. We support an inclusive culture where everyone is encouraged be their authentic selves, and where our differences and unique perspectives are a key strength.

Explore life at Fortune Brands here.

Job Description

• Be courteous and maintain a good working relationship with supervisors, team leaders, and co-workers.
• Be self-directed to perform job duties as required and inform area leaders when assistance is needed.
• Read, comprehend, interpret, and follow all production safety and quality standards.
• Must be able to do data entry as needed and be proficient in the use of Company computer/software programs.
• Verify inventory accuracy printed versus actual.
• Utilizing and monitoring inventory systems to meet accuracy requirements.
• Stays current on the status of inventory of materials and parts needed to complete the production schedule.
• Responsible for scrap and excess material usage, reporting, and action taken to match accuracy of systems inventory records.
• Post and record inventory movement and usage factor making recommendations to modify the Bill of Material and usage rate.
• Liaison with purchasing and corporate master scheduling on schedule changes and authorization to produce product.
• Perform, and report on cycle counts in the area of responsibility assigned; adjust the inventory records as required after corrective action has been initiated.
• Support month end physical inventory as required. Print inventory reports.
• Be cross functional and multitask orientated within inventory and purchasing area to fill in as a backup to other functions, including but not limited to label printing, and custom window batching of incoming orders.
• Abide by all FBIN policies and procedures.
• Complete other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Ability to read, write and understand work instructions, production standards and Company communications.
• Ability to work overtime to as needed to meet business needs.
• Ability to effectively and respectfully communicate with all levels of the organization.
• Ability to add, subtract in all units of measure, using whole numbers.
• Ability to measure, read, and interpret a tape measure.
• Ability to successfully obtain and maintain a forklift operator’s license

Additional Information

Fortune Brands believes in fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is Hiring Pay Range: $41,620 USD - $50,336 USD. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location. In addition to base salary, employees will participate in either an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role-based sales incentive plan.

At Fortune Brands, we support the overall health and wellness of our associates by offering comprehensive, competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates’ unique needs. This includes robust health plans, a market-leading 401(k) program with a company contribution, product discounts, flexible time off benefits, adoption benefits, and more. We offer numerous ERGs (Employee Resource Groups) to foster a sense of belonging for all associates.

Fortune Brands is built on industry-leading brands and innovation within the high-growth categories of water, outdoors and security. The Company makes innovative products for residential and commercial environments, with a growing focus on digital solutions and products that add luxury, contribute to safety and enhance sustainability. To learn more, visit our website at fbin.com.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Fortune Brands is an equal opportunity employer. Fortune Brands evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability/handicap status, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Reasonable Accommodations

Fortune Brands is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please contact us at [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information.