Logistics & Inventory Specialist — Shipping & Control

Carl Zeiss SBE; Hebron Estates (KY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Dental

401k Matching

Employee Assistance Programs

Vacation and sick pay

Job summary

ZEISS is seeking a Shipping, Receiving & Inventory Specialist to support daily warehouse operations, including receiving, picking, packing, shipping, stocking, and inventory control. This role ensures materials and orders are accurately processed and discrepancies are identified and resolved in a timely manner.

The ideal candidate has solid knowledge of shipping/receiving, inventory control, and warehouse best practices, with the ability to investigate root causes and implement corrective

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2+ years experience in an ERP system.
• 2+ years experience in inventory control or related field.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to achieve inventory goals.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs independently.
• Familiarity with inventory management systems and methods.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Able to work independently and accurately.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in basic computer skills and data entry.
• Proficiency in MS Office.
• Intermediate skill set in Excel and Word.
• Lean and 5S knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Knowledge of shipping/receiving processes and best practices.
• Receive packages, materials, and supplies and verify the quantity and quality against shipping and packing slips.
• Prepare orders and ensure they are complete, accurate, and ready for delivery (pick, pack and ship).
• Load and unload deliveries as needed.
• Assist in stocking shelves and organizing the warehouse.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Monitor inventory levels of stock, supplies, and other merchandise.
• Count and update existing stock and adjust stock levels as needed.
• Prepare and monitor reports on inventory levels, trends, and discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate records of inventory transactions.
• Track orders and ensure timely delivery of goods.
• Reconcile discrepancies between physical counts and computer records.
• Investigate and resolve any inventory discrepancies.
• Understanding of stock control principles and inventory optimization strategies.
• Define root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Document WI's / SOP's.
• Train other team members.
• Follow all safety regulations and warehouse protocols.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

ERP experience

Inventory control

Shipping/receiving

Cross-functional teamwork

MS Office

Excel

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

MS Office

Excel

Job description

ZEISS is seeking a Shipping, Receiving & Inventory Specialist to support daily warehouse operations, including receiving, picking, packing, shipping, stocking, and inventory control. This role ensures materials and orders are accurately processed and discrepancies are identified and resolved in a timely manner.

The ideal candidate has solid knowledge of shipping/receiving, inventory control, and warehouse best practices, with the ability to investigate root causes and implement corrective