Specialist- Inventory Control - B Crew (Nights)

First Solar; Alabama; On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

First Solar seeks a Warehouse Inventory Control Specialist to ensure accurate SAP transactions, process outbound shipments, and maintain tight inventory controls. The role supports cycle counts, data reporting, and continuous improvement while adhering to Sox controls and import/export regulations.

Strong attention to detail and communication are essential. Applicants should have a High School diploma or GED, 3+ years in shipping/receiving, and familiarity with SAP.

Qualifications

• High School or GED equivalent required.
• College coursework, certification, or formal training highly desired.
• Minimum of 3 years of warehouse (shipping/receiving) experience required.
• Cycle counting experience is beneficial.
• SAP experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain inventory and data entry accuracy.
• Assist with physical inventories and cycle counts.
• Investigate variances and take corrective actions.
• Support finished goods and WIP inventories.
• Process outbound shipment requests.
• Prioritize shipments by delivery dates.
• Process offsite shipments and update tracking.
• Help prepare shipping/export/import documents.
• Contribute to continuous improvement.
• Back-up other inventory control roles.
• Promote housekeeping and safety.
• Communicate effectively and foster teamwork.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Job description subject to change.

Skills

Inventory control

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Communication

Computer literacy

Education

High School or GED

College coursework / training

3+ years warehouse experience

Cycle counting experience

SAP experience preferred

Tools

SAP

Job description

Description

First Solar reserves the right to offer you a role most applicable to your experience and skillset.

Basic Job Functions:

• Ensures SAP transactions are performed accurately and in a timely manner. Ensures First Solar Core Values are adhered to and promotes teamwork to achieve the company’s mission. This role is accountable for shipment processing (finished goods/non-finished goods), scheduling pick-ups and creation of shipment documentation. In addition, this role is also responsible for updating internal tracking systems and communicating shipment status to the requestor(s). Position supports the department’s continuous improvement activities, assist with physical inventories and cycle count activities as well. Ensure compliance to established Sox Controls & Import/Export regulations.

Education/Experience:

• High School or GED equivalent required.
• College course work, certification, or formal training highly desired.
• Minimum of 3 years of warehouse (shipping/receiving) experience required.
• Cycle counting experience is beneficial.
• SAP experience preferred.

Required Skills/Competencies:

• Knowledge of inventory control procedures and practices.
• Organized, attentive to detail & functions with a high degree of accuracy.
• Ability to analyze and solve problems effectively.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• Knowledge and understanding of computer applications (SAP experience a plus).

Essential Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the resulting inventory and data entry reports and their accuracy.
• Assists with physical inventories and monthly cycle count activities.
• Analyzes and investigates inventory variances. Implement correct actions as needed to reduce/eliminate variances.
• Assists with finish good and WIP inventories activities.
• Processes outbound shipment requests.
• Prioritizes shipment requests based on the requestor delivery dates.
• Processes offsite warehouse shipment requests. Update internal tracking system(s) as necessary to reflect offsite shipments.
• Supports the creation of shipping export/import documents.
• Supports continuous improvement activities.
• Serves as a back-up to other key Inventory Control positions.
• Established and promotes good housekeeping and safety practices.
• Maintains a proper level of communication and fosters team building.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Job description subject to change at any time.

Reporting Relationships:

• This position reports to the Manager- Inventory Control.
• This position will not have direct reports.

Travel:

• No travel outside the First Solar worksite is required.

Estimated Salary Range:

• $18.89-$26.44 Hourly.

US Physical Requirements:

• Will sit, stand, or walk short distances for up to 12 hours per day.
• Will climb stairs or steps on a frequent basis.
• Will lift up to 58 pounds on an occasional basis, according to work instruction.
• Will lift up to 37 pounds on a frequent basis.
• Will push or pull up to 50 pounds of force on an occasional basis.
• Will push or pull up to 37 pounds of force on a frequent basis.
• Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis.
• 20/40 vision in each eye separately and both eyes (with or without correction), the ability to distinguish between red, yellow, and green and peripheral vision >70 degrees is required.
• May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis.
• May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis.
• Must comply with all safety standards and procedures.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including, but not limited to: steel-toed shoes, cut-resistant gloves, jackets, aprons &/or arm guards, safety glasses or goggles, hearing protection & respirators) as a condition of employment and continued employment (requires little or no facial hair).

Potential candidates will meet the education and experience requirements provided on the above job description and excel in completing the listed responsibilities for this role. All candidates receiving an offer of employment must successfully complete a background check and any other tests that may be required.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: First Solar is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.