Inventory Specialist - WHL

U.S. Tsubaki Power Transmission, LLC; Wheeling (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental & Vision benefits

Paid Time Off

401(k) match & profit sharing

Annual bonus potential

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Commuter benefits

Education reimbursement

Home and auto insurance discounts

Pet insurance

Job summary

U.S. Tsubaki Power Transmission, LLC is seeking a warehouse/logistics professional in Wheeling, IL to support inventory control and cycle counting within a fast-paced facility.

You will manage the High Velocity area, run QAD reports, and ensure stock accuracy while coordinating with shipping, receiving, and order picking teams. The role requires 1–5 years of warehouse experience, strong communication, and a safety-first mindset.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 1–5 years of warehouse/logistics experience preferred.
• Clear communication with others is essential.
• Professional conduct and ethical behavior expected.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize to meet deadlines.
• Detail-oriented with teamwork mindset.
• Safety emphasis is important.
• Able to read/write/speak English.
• General computer literacy; QAD or ERP and MS Office experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan annual cycle count program and perform monthly counts.
• Serve as go-to person for inventory problem resolution.
• Manage High Velocity area including QAD reports and item setup/obsolescence.
• Oversee replenishment of High Velocity area to minimize stock-outs.
• Utilize QAD and RF guns in daily tasks.
• Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment.
• Provide backup support for Shipping, Receiving, and Pick operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Detail oriented

Teamwork

Safety conscious

Reads/writes/speaks English

Computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

QAD ERP

MS Office

Job description

Description

The TSUBAKI name is synonymous with excellence in quality, dependability and customer service. U.S. Tsubaki is a leading manufacturer and supplier of power transmission and motion control products. As a part of a vast, international network of corporate and industrial resources, Tsubaki offers its customers the finest state-of-the-art products available in the world and we strive to be the “Best Value” supplier in the industry.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Plans the annual cycle count program to ensure all items are counted according to the latest revision of the cycle count procedure.
• Performs monthly portions of cycle counts in accordance with the cycle count plan.
• Serves as the go-to person for inventory problem resolution.
• Manages the High Velocity area of the warehouse, including: running and analyzing QAD reports to determine entry and exit lists for the High Velocity area; using QAD to set up new High Velocity items and remove obsolete ones; and managing High Velocity Overstock locations.
• Manages the Replenishment of the High Velocity area. Runs sectional replenishment reports in QAD and replenishes the relevant locations to minimize stock-outs.
• Uses QAD and RF guns.
• Operates material handling equipment, including forklifts, stock pickers, and other types of equipment as required.
• Serves as a backup for other areas of the warehouse operations: Shipping, Receiving, Pick SO, Pick FAS.
• Other tasks/functions as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 to 5 years of warehouse/logistics experience preferred.
• Communicates clearly with others.
• Conducts self professionally and ethically.
• Places a high emphasis on excellent customer service.
• Works independently and able to multi-task and prioritize work to meet deadlines.
• Detail oriented.
• Fosters and supports a teamwork environment.
• Places a high emphasis on safety.
• Acts positively upon constructive criticism and coaching.
• Demonstrates flexibility in adapting to changing situations.
• Able to read, write, and speak English.
• General computer literacy. QAD (or other ERP) and MS Office experience a plus.

U.S. Tsubaki offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including health benefits effective on date of hire, dental and vision benefits effective on the first of the month following date of hire, Paid Time Off ("PTO"), 10 paid holidays, generous 401(k) match and profit sharing, annual bonus potential, life insurance, short and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, commuter benefits, education reimbursement, home and auto insurance discounts, and pet insurance.

The estimated salary range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than of the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based on location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors.

Tsubaki is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability

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