Manager I- Inventory Control

McCall Farms; Effingham (SC); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

McCall Farms, Inc. is seeking a Manager I-Inventory Control to lead a team of 15–60 across multiple shifts at the plant and distribution center in South Carolina.

You will drive accuracy of raw materials and finished goods, oversee aging inventory, FIFO and lot trace, and manage SOPs and safety training. You will coordinate with shipping and production, supervise performance, and lead continuous improvement projects to reduce costs while maintaining safety standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred, with 1–2 years in a Distribution/Shipping environment with inventory control responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to company policies and safety guidelines.
• Monitor employee performance and conduct performance reviews.
• Oversee and coach employees across shifts.
• Submit reports on performance and progress (metrics for aging inventory, cycle counting, warehouse audits).
• Review reports for accuracy and logic and ensure inventory put-away accuracy.

Skills

ERP knowledge

WMS expertise

Sage experience

Excel proficiency

Leadership

Inventory control

Education

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Tools

Mobe3

Sage

WMS

ERP systems

Excel

Job description

The McCall Farms Inventory Control team is responsible for maintaining accurate inventory in the McCall Farms plant and distribution center. The Manager I-Inventory Control, will directly supervise a team of approximately 15-60 people, consisting of forklift operators, cycle counters, clerks, and supervisors, across multiple shifts, responsible for the creation, tracking, and accuracy of raw materials and finished goods inventory. Duties also include the daily reconciliation of production receipts versus production work order entries, track aging inventory to ensure FIFO, lot trace, product donations, as well as but not limited to; manage SOP’s and monthly safety training, review inventory transactions to root cause adjustments, maintain a clean and safe work environment, continuous improvement projects, etc. This role will be responsible for planning, assigning, and directing the work of team members to safely and successfully perform daily responsibilities and meet established expectations for McCall Farms.

Safety:
The Manager I-Inventory Control is fully responsible for safety. Implementing policies/procedures and
upholding company policies. The Manager I will also be training and developing subordinates. While following all safety policies, this means:
Be cautious while walking in and around the DC due to the high volume of forklift traffic.
Ensure all staff members are following all safety policies.
Maintain a clean working environment.
Track Monthly Safety Training.
Monitor all DC employees to ensure that safety vests are clean and worn by all who enter the DC’s.
Ensure the safe use of equipment and schedule regular maintenance.

All Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Safety Policies must always be followed while on McCall Farms property. Any unsafe conditions or acts are required to be reported to Management.

Job Requirements

• Must be able to:
• Must be able to work flexible hours. May include Saturdays and Sundays.
• Available by phone 24/7 for emergencies.
• Primary work hours will be on 1st shift, while coordinating activities with the 2nd and 3rd shift leads.
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred, with a minimum of 1-2 years in a Distribution/Shipping environment with inventory control responsibilities, leading associates across multiple shifts.
• Lift 20-lbs to 40-lbs (a two-man lift is suggested for anything over this amount).
• Stand and Sit for long periods of time.
• Must be able to adapt to changes that will better themselves and the company.
• Possess and demonstrate good, detailed communication skills, verbal, written, and interpersonal.
• Present and maintain positive work ethics.
• Provide good attendance in accordance with the Attendance and Punctuality Policy.
• Strong Problem solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent Documentation Skills.
• Possess business computer literacy skills (word, spreadsheets, database software) with strong emphasis in Excel, ERP. Must have a working knowledge of Mobe3.
• Be viewed as an internal expert, a go to resource for WMS and Sage trouble shooting and issue resolution.
• Perform independent work related to projects and/or routine activities.
• Meet deadlines and work under pressure with limited supervision.
• Work well in a team environment and foster teamwork to get results.
• High level of attention to detail.
• Review reports and other documentation for accuracy and logic.
• Supervise hourly, clerical and supervisory level associates. Set daily/weekly/monthly objectives and communicate them to employees.
• Organize workflow by assigning responsibilities and preparing schedules.
• Oversee and coach employees.
• Submit reports on performance and progress (metrics for aging inventory, cycle counting, warehouse audits).
• Identify issues with inventory accuracy and suggest improvements.
• Train new employees on how to put away and replenish using Mobe3.
• Enforce strict safety guidelines and company standards.
• Yearly Cost Reduction projects.
• Have experience working with outside auditors.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by the Director of Inventory.

Quality & Food Safety: SOPs Required

• GMP Training
• Color Coding Policy
• Food Security Training for Food Plant Operators
• Food Material Handling, Transfer & Storage
• Incoming Goods & Services
• Finished Goods and Ingredients Lot Trace
• Manage Finished Goods Hold/Brites Hold and Release activities
• Stock Rotation
• Wood Control Policy
• Trailer Inspection & Product Receiving
• Ingredient (Allergen) Storage & Segregation
• Conduct and Complete internal trace for quality and financial issues

Reports and Paperwork

• Daily Attendance
• Work order production receipts
• Replenishment
• Aged Inventory reports

Specific Daily Responsibilities

• Adheres to company policies and safety guidelines.
• Verifies that documents are correct and complete required paperwork.
• Verifies that department is set up to meet the labor standard specifications.
• Monitor employee performance, conduct performance reviews, and administer disciplinary actions as needed.
• Conduct accident investigations and generates proper documentation.
• Perform work in a fast-paced environment and maintain production requirements.
• Maintain knowledge, understanding and adherence to safety policies, USDA, GMP’s, QA, HACCP, Sanitation rules and regulations, and company policies.
• Work closely with shipping department to make sure procedures are being followed while picking/loading orders.
• Monitor accuracy of inventory put-away and cycle counting of goods for all McCall Farms.
• Research inventory adjustments due to order pick errors and assist shipping team with root cause identification.
• Review daily Mobe3 Reconciliation report and correct inventory as required.
• Design strategies to minimize the cost or time required to the replenishment of finished goods.
• Review the success of Mobe3 functions and identify areas for improvement.
• Present performance data to management.
• Propose improvements to management and improve inventory accuracy.
• Design and manage SOP’s for Inventory Control.
• Coach, assess, evaluate, develop, motivate, and empower others.
• Create and take necessary action to review slow moving inventory items.
• Assist with preparing annual budgets for headcount and department needs.
• Monitor headcount and over-time to ensure adherence to department budget.
• Required to have strong excel skills (advanced excel skills preferred).

Additional Performance Requirements

You will be asked by your Manager to perform collateral duties as needed. Collateral duties are various tasks unrelated and/or related to your job function. Also, you may be assigned to different work areas when needed, however; cross training will be provided prior to the assignment or at time of the assignment. Constant Continuous Improvement projects. Self-Motivated and capable of self-prioritizing given the constant changes and conflicting requests.

Additional Suggested Training

• Forklift Certification