Lead Inventory Control Specialist - North Jackson, OH

Socket.dev; North Jackson (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking a Lead Inventory Control Specialist in North Jackson, Ohio, to ensure inventory accuracy and oversee counting processes on site. The role blends hands-on counting (about 50% of the day) with root cause analysis and permanent corrective actions alongside Inventory Specialists.

Responsibilities include maintaining FEFO and Lot Code tracking, updating ERP/WMS systems, and driving continuous improvement to achieve 100% accuracy, with a Monday–Friday schedule in a production

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 2+ years’ cycle count or inventory coordination experience.
• Experience building cross-functional teams or leading meetings.
• Strong cross-functional communication skills.
• Proficient in Excel; able to create clear spreadsheets and reports.
• Lift certification required within 30 days of start.
• Associate degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• Experience in a production environment preferred.
• Experience in a food production environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Physically count items in inventory using appropriate processes and forms.
• Build and use reports to identify and resolve inventory discrepancies.
• Reconcile and resolve any second inventory count records.
• Update ERP/WMS system with Count Results and related inventory data.
• Maintain and report KPIs around first-pass accuracy.
• Ensure Root Cause Report is completed by Inventory Control Specialist.
• Manage team to maintain 100% inventory accuracy.
• Drive cross-functional corrective actions plans to eliminate root causes identified and support the change process.

Skills

HS Diploma/GED

Cycle count

Inventory coordination

Cross-functional teamwork

Excel proficiency

Lift certification

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Tools

ERP/WMS systems

Job description

The Lead Inventory Control Specialist is responsible for inventory accuracy in the facility. This position is a hands‑on position, and it’s estimated that approximately 50% of a typical day will be physically counting inventory, ensuring proper FEFO, Lot Code tracking, and assisting with operational issues. The remaining time will be spent researching root causes and/or working with Inventory Specialist reviewing their root cause findings and proposing and implementing permanent corrective actions to supervisory and management staff.

Location: 134 S Bailey Road, North Jackson, OH 44451

Schedule: Monday-Friday from 7:00am - 3:00pm

Offer of employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug screen and background check, where permitted by law.

Position Responsibilities include, but not limited to

• Physically count items in inventory using appropriate processes, and forms
• Build and use reports to identify and resolve inventory discrepancies
• Reconcile and resolve any second inventory count records
• Update ERP/WMS system with Count Results and other items that affect inventory integrity
• Maintain and report KPIs around first-pass accuracy
• Ensue that Root Cause Report is being filled out by Inventory Control Specialist
• Manage Team effectively to maintain goal of 100% inventory accuracy
• Actively drive continuous improvement initiatives that streamline and simplify the flow of product and associated system scans
• Proactively set up and drive cross-functional corrective actions plans to eliminate root causes identified and support the change process

Required Skills and Experience

• High school Diploma or GED
• 2+ years’ Cycle Count or Inventory Coordination experience
• Prior cross-functional team building experience, or prior cross-functional team meeting experience
• Effectively communicate cross-functionally in a collaborative manner
• Proficient in Excel and able to develop clear and concise spreadsheets and reports
• Must Obtain lift certification within 30 days of start

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Associate degree or equivalent experience
• Experience in a production environment
• Experience in a food production environment

Physical Requirements

• Regularly required to use hands to feel, grab, or operate objects, tools, and controls while reaching with hands and arms
• Frequently required to stand, communicate, and listen
• Occasionally required to walk, stoop, kneel or crouch
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Visual perception to perform job including peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
• Able to perform repetitive movements
• Able to work in variable temperatures (cold/hot)