Specialist-Reconciliation - 3am - Noon

Reser; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) with discretionary match

Paid time off

Company holidays

Wellness programs

Job summary

Reser’s Fine Foods – MSB Plant is seeking a Specialist for inventory reconciliation within the M3 ERP system. The role emphasizes identifying, analyzing and resolving discrepancies driven by production transactions and process deviations.

You will collaborate with Inventory and Operations to ensure accuracy of material usage and movements. You will reconcile manufacturing inventory and open production orders, investigate root causes, and support month-end close.

Qualifications

• Strong Excel skills and data review abilities required.
• Proficient in interpreting production reports and inventory usage.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish a plus, good written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile inventory discrepancies in M3 related to manufacturing, production reporting, and material consumption.
• Analyze and correct production variances including yields, scrap, rework, issuing, and backflush errors.
• Investigate root causes by reviewing production orders, BOMs, and transactions.
• Partner with Production, DC Warehouse Inventory, and Receiving Warehouse to resolve discrepancies and maintain inventory accuracy.
• Ensure accurate processing of production-related inventory transactions in M3.
• Support end-of-production-day inventory close by reconciling inventory and open production orders.
• Identify process gaps or system issues and recommend corrective actions to Leadership.
• Maintain reconciliation documentation to support audits and internal controls.
• Monitor variance trends and escalate recurring issues to Operations and Business Process teams.
• Support month-end inventory close by reconciling manufacturing inventory and open production orders.
• Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Excel

10-key

Analytical thinking

Communication

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Some college or Technical Training/Certificate

Tools

ERP M3

Job description

Reser's Fine Foods - MSB Plant
3728 SE 6th Ave
Topeka, KS 66607, USA

Description

Recipe for Success

Reser’s is the leading provider of fresh refrigerated foods for the supermarket and food service industries. Family owned and operated, Reser’s has been a proud sponsor of good times at picnics, BBQs, and affordable family meals since 1950. Reser’s family of brands include Reser’s American Classics, Main Street Bistro, Don Pancho, and more. Reser’s operates facilities in the US, Mexico and actively supports the communities it serves.

Benefits and Culture

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to help employees live a healthier life, build rewarding careers and save for the future. Reser’s offers choices whenever possible, because we recognize the diverse and ever-changing needs of our employees. Full-time employee benefits include medical, dental, vision, AD&D, life, 401(k) with discretionary match, wellness programs, paid time off, company paid holidays and a variety of voluntary benefit options.

We strive to be Employer of Choice. As one of our five cornerstones, this means that we go all-out to create an environment that shows we are committed to investing in employee growth and creating a culture of belonging where employees what to build a lasting career.

Visit our website to learn more about our competitive benefit programs – www.resers.com/careers/#benefits

Reser’s Fine Foods – Job Description

Title: Specialist- Reconciliation FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Location: Production Job Family: Supply Chain

Reports to: Manager- Warehouse/Assistant Manager- DC Career Track/Level: SP2

Job Summary:

Responsible for reconciling inventory within ERP M3, focusing on identifying, analyzing and resolving inventory discrepancies driven by production transactions, process deviation and system activity. Works closely with Inventory and Operations to ensures accurate material usage, movement and aligns physical with M3 records.

Essential Position Functions

1. 1. Reconcile inventory discrepancies in M3 related to manufacturing, production reporting, and material consumption.
2. 2. Analyze and correct production variances, including yields, scrap, rework, issuing, and backflush errors.
3. 3. Investigate root causes of inventory discrepancies by reviewing production orders, BOMs, and transactions.
4. 4. Partner with Production, day DC Warehouse Inventory, and Receiving Warehouse to resolve discrepancies and maintain inventory accuracy.
5. 5. Ensure accurate and timely processing of production‑related inventory transactions in M3.
6. 6. Support end‑of‑production‑day inventory close by reconciling manufacturing inventory and open production orders.
7. 7. Identify process gaps or system issues impacting inventory accuracy and recommend corrective actions to the appropriate Department and/or Leadership.
8. 8. Maintain reconciliation documentation to support audits and internal controls.
9. 9. Monitor variance trends and **escalate** recurring or systemic issues to Operations and Business Process teams.
10. 10. Support the month‑end inventory close by reconciling manufacturing inventory and open production orders.
11. 11. Performs special projects and other related duties, as assigned.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma / GED
• Some college or Technical Training/Certificate
• 3-5 years’ experience in the food manufacturing environment, warehouse inventory management, manufacturing reconciliation

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of production reporting, inventory consumption and its processes
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel (basic formulas, data review and reporting) required.
• Basic PC and 10-key skills are required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• English/Spanish bilingual is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are required.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk working on a computer required while in the office.
• Prolonged periods performing repetitive actions.
• Repetitive hand, wrist, and finger activities.
• Must be able to lift items up to 30 lbs.
• Must wear required food safety items such as smocks, hair nets, beard nets and waterproof boots or shoe covers.
• In areas where hearing protection is required, must be able to wear appropriate hearing protection.
• The environment may be wet or dry, and temperatures may range from 0°F to 110°F.
• Office, production, and warehouse environment.
• Business demands may require overtime and/or evening or weekend scheduling.

Exempt only: This position is eligible for a bonus based on company goals/performance.

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