Plant Inventory Control Associate

Niagara Bottling; Lancaster (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Niagara Bottling is seeking a Plant Inventory Control Associate to maintain accurate daily, weekly, and monthly inventory in the WMS, ensure proper rotation, and support inbound and outbound operations.

You will navigate ERP systems, create purchase orders, perform cycle counts, run reports, and verify transactions in Oracle, while collaborating with teams to prevent shortages and optimize storage. This is a full-time role in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a field or similar manufacturing environment is required.
• Ability to navigate ERP systems and manage inventory processes.
• Knowledge of cycle counts and inventory reconciliation.

Responsibilities

• Navigate through an advanced ERP System to execute inbound and outbound inventory operations.
• Create purchase orders (pallets, airgas, etc.).
• Process recycle and destruction loads and maintain FIFO storage.
• Verify inventory records and complete Oracle transactions (Receiving, WIP, Non-Conforming).
• Maintain daily/ monthly cycle counts and conduct audits for accuracy.

Skills

ERP systems

WMS

Oracle

Agile

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's Degree

Tools

Oracle

ERP software

Job description

At Niagara, we’re looking for Team Members who want to be part of achieving our mission to provide our customers the highest quality most affordable bottled water.

Plant Inventory Control Associate

The team member in this position accurately maintains daily, weekly and monthly inventory levels in the WMS while maintaining proper inventory rotation and storage.

Essential Functions

• Navigates through an advanced ERP System in order to successfully execute all daily aspects of the “Inbound & Outbound” inventory operations.
• Creates purchase orders (pallets, airgas etc.)
• Processes all recycle and destruction loads
• Ensures all finished goods, raw materials and sub-assembly components are maintained as per established guidelines and procedures.
• Processes all non-conforming material in Agile
• Coordinates with all involved parties to ensure accurate inbound receipts, intercompany transfers, and RMA’s.
• Responsible for verifying true time inventory transaction records in the company’s ERP system.
• Completes Oracle transaction activities from Receiving into Inventory, WIP, or Non-Conforming inventories.
• Responsible for the integrity and accuracy of all inventories by performing daily audits and maintaining a comprehensive Cycle Count program.
• Completes Oracle transaction activities associated with material movements.
• Responsible for the integrity, accuracy and control of all in house materials.
• Compiles records by SKU, quantities, Sub-Inventories, and validate EBS Oracle inventories against physical counts to investigate and adjust errors in computation or count and reports reasons for discrepancies.
• Maintains and compute inventory balance by running and preparing reports of inventory balances, shortages and discrepancies.
• Organizes warehouse for efficient storage and material distribution per supervisor instructions.
• Maintain accurate inventory levels through daily, monthly cycle counts and annual year-end physical inventories.
• Assists in maintaining accurate inventory reports by sub organizations, RMA’s, HFI’s, and WIP.
• Expired inventory disposition identification (SLOB).
• Maintains product rotation and storage disciplines (FIFO).
• Interacts and maintains positive relationships with all levels of leadership.
• Accomplishes special projects and other assignments/duties as required by management.
• Compliant to all safety rules and regulations, GMP’s and all Niagara policies and procedures.
• Establishes and maintains high standards for quality, housekeeping and productivity.
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job.

Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without prior notice.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: 2 Years – Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment
• Minimum Qualifications: 2 Years – Experience in Position
• Minimum Qualifications: 0 Years – Experience managing people/projects
• *experience may include a combination of work experience and education

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferred Qualifications: 4 Years – Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment
• Preferred Qualifications: 4 Years – Experience working in Position
• Preferred Qualifications: 2 Years – Experience managing people/projects
• *experience may include a combination of work experience and education

Competencies

Lead Like an Owner Makes safety the number one priority Keeps alert for safety issues and escalates immediately Effectively prioritizes tasks based on department goals Shows respect to others and confronts interpersonal issues directly Prioritizes resolution of customer issues effectively Responds promptly and honors commitments to internal and external customers InnovACT Makes recommendations to continuously improve policies, methods, procedures, and/or products Demonstrates adaptability by reacting appropriately to unexpected changes in situations or circumstances Increases performance through greater efficiency Find a Way Seeks to develop technical knowledge through learning from other experts Understands interdepartmental impact of individual decisions and actions Seeks solutions rather than placing blame Empowered to be Great Consistently looks for ways to improve one’s self through growth and development opportunities Communicates clearly and promptly up, down, and across Communicates effectively to manage expectations

Education

Minimum Required: High School Diploma or GED

Preferred (Education)

Associate's Degree

Certification/License

Required: N/A

Preferred (Certification)

Forklift certification

Foreign Language

Required: Minimum Professional Proficiency

Preferred: Full Professional Proficiency

Benefits

Our Total Rewards package is thoughtfully designed to support both you and your family: Regular full-time team members are offered a comprehensive benefits package, while part-time, intern, and seasonal team members are offered a limited benefits package. Paid Time Off for holidays, sick time, and vacation time Paid parental and caregiver leaves Medical, including virtual care options Dental Vision 401(k) with company match Health Savings Account with company match Flexible Spending Accounts Expanded mental wellbeing benefits including free counseling sessions for all team members and household family members Family Building Benefits including enhanced fertility benefits for IVF and fertility preservation plus adoption, surrogacy, and Doula reimbursements Income protection including Life and AD&D, short and long-term disability, critical illness and an accident plan Special discount programs including pet plans, pre-paid legal services, identity theft, car rental, airport parking, etc. Tuition reimbursement, college savings plan and scholarship opportunities And more! https://careers.niagarawater.com/us/en/benefits

Los Angeles County applicants only

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the California Fair Chance Act, and any other applicable local and state laws.

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Company Overview

Niagara Bottling, LLC has been family owned and operated since 1963. Niagara is a leading bottled water manufacturer in the U.S., supplying major retailers across the nation. With incredible growth over the past several years, the career possibilities at Niagara are endless! Niagara’s culture is fast-paced, innovative and intensely collaborative. Our Team Members are passionate, driven and always find a way to get the job done. We work hard and play hard while staying true to our family atmosphere. From competitive benefits and retirement options to educational reimbursements, ongoing training courses and exciting career advancement opportunities, at Niagara we truly take care of our Team Members. We hope that you consider joining our Niagara family!

Equal Opportunity

Niagara Bottling LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in relation to our recruiting, hiring, and promoting practices.