Lumber Inventory Control Specialist — Cycle Counts & Forklift

ADP, Inc.; Mississippi; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Biewer Sawmill in Newton, MS is seeking an Inventory Control Specialist to help maintain accurate lumber inventory through daily cycle counts, location audits, and targeted recounts. The role involves forklift operation, data entry, and collaboration with the inventory team to support stock accuracy.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent and experience in a lumber yard. Work is performed primarily outdoors in a lumber yard environment, with safety policies and OSHA

Qualifications

• Reading and writing basic to intermediate. Ability to follow instructions and document results.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and basic computer navigation.
• Ability to communicate clearly with coworkers and supervisors.
• Strong math skills for counts, tallies, and measurements.
• Ability to apply common sense to follow procedures and solve problems.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily cycle counts and location audits to ensure inventory accuracy.
• Match bay markers to material and update locations as needed.
• Operate a forklift to move lumber to correct bays or locations.
• Assist with physical inventories and ongoing inventory projects.
• Identify and report inventory discrepancies and labeling issues.

Skills

Reading & writing

Computer proficiency

Communication skills

Math skills

Critical thinking

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Docs

Job description

Biewer Sawmill in Newton, MS is seeking an Inventory Control Specialist to help maintain accurate lumber inventory through daily cycle counts, location audits, and targeted recounts. The role involves forklift operation, data entry, and collaboration with the inventory team to support stock accuracy.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent and experience in a lumber yard. Work is performed primarily outdoors in a lumber yard environment, with safety policies and OSHA