Warehouse III - Inventory Control

SanMar- External; Ashland (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus up to 5%

Paid time off

8 paid holidays

1 paid family day off

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401k match up to 4%

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Paid maternity/paternity leave

Pet insurance

Job summary

SanMar in Ashland, VA is hiring for an Inventory Control associate in our DC. You will perform cycle counts, aisle verification, and High Bay/AutoStore slotting using RF scanners and powered lift equipment.

You’ll follow slotting plans, maintain data accuracy in High Jump, and coordinate with leadership to manage inventory in a fast-paced environment. Overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1-3 years warehouse experience.
• Ability to read, write, and identify colors, sizes, quantity, label and SKU.
• Basic math skills for counting and quantity.
• Must complete SanMar Lift Operator Certification every three years.
• Familiarity with High Jump basics.
• Demonstrates accuracy and ability to work with others.
• Able to follow directions and adapt to changing priorities; rotate to other functions as needed.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Team player with attention to detail.
• Overtime may be required.

Responsibilities

• Follow slotting plans to locate product throughout the Distribution Center.
• Use High Jump to perform inventory audits and aisle maintenance.
• Correct discrepancies such as damaged product and incorrect LPNs.
• Complete accurate Cycle counts in High Bay and AutoStore using RF scanner.
• Ensure data entered into High Jump is accurate.
• Communicate daily with leadership and coworkers to manage inventory.
• Operate powered lift equipment to move product and materials.
• Maintain a safe, neat work area per safety regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Comply with all policies and standards

Skills

Reading & writing

Color identification

Basic math

Verbal & written comms

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

RF scanner

High Jump basics

Powered lift equipment

Job description

At SanMar, the work you do makes a difference.

Address: 10462 Hickory Hill Road Ashland, VA 23005

Shift: Monday through Friday 6 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Sunday through Thursday 10 p.m. to 6:30 a.m.

Hourly Rate: $20.50

What's the Short Version?

Inventory Control is responsible for ensuring and maintaining inventory accuracy through Cycle counts, aisle verification, and correction of inventory discrepancies. They maintain and update Lo-bay and High Bay slotting of SKUs using available resources as well as move product to and from High Bay as needed. The use of powered lift equipment is required to complete daily work.

What Will You Be Doing?

• Follow slotting plans to efficiently locate product throughout the Distribution Center.
• Use High Jump to perform inventory audits and aisle maintenance.
• Correct discrepancies such as damaged product and incorrect LPNs.
• Complete accurate Cycle counts in in both High Bay and AutoStore using the RF scanner.
• Ensure that data entered into High Jump is consistently accurate.
• Communicate daily with leadership and coworkers to accurately manage inventory throughout the Distribution Center.
• Create and execute slotting plans to efficiently locate product throughout the Distribution Center.
• Operate powered lift equipment to move product and materials as needed.
• Maintain a safe, neat and clean work area by adhering to SanMar’s safety regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Comply with all policies and standards

What Are We Looking For?

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 1-3 years warehouse experience
• Must be able to read, write, and have sufficient ability to identify colors, sizes, quantity, label and SKU information
• Basic math skills in counting and quantity required
• Complete and maintain SanMar’s Lift Operator Certification every three years
• Familiarity with Internal Operating System/High Jump basics
• Demonstrate above-standard accuracy and willingness to work with others
• Demonstrates ability to follow directions and change priorities or job duties as business needs require; rotate to other production functions as needed
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work in fast-paced, high-volume environment and meet deadlines
• Ability to work efficiently with minimal supervision
• Able to work both independently and within a team
• Strong attention to detail
• Assist in building a positive and productive work environment
• Essential days or overtime may be required

What's Our Offer?

Bonus: You’ll be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus up to 5% of base salary.

Paid Time Off: You’ll accrue paid time off on a weekly basis based on hours worked up to 112 hours per year to start. Employees also receive 8 paid holidays and 1 paid family day off.

Additional Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401k plan and matches $1 for $1 up to 4% of earnings, matched & vested at every pay cycle
• Life insurance
• Short/long-term disability coverage
• Paid maternity/paternity leave
• Pet insurance

What Should You Expect?

DC Warehouse (Equipment): While performing the duties of this job, the employee is constantly required to stand, walk, talk and hear. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves up to 60 pounds. The employee operates powered equipment requiring use of both hands as well as full range of motion of the neck, head and back. The employee frequently required to reach with hands and arms, grasp and perform repetitive hand, wrist and arm motions. The employee is frequently required to climb stairs, kneel/squat, bend and carry. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Employee may be required to wear a headset covering one or both ears. Employee will be required to wear Personal Protective Equipment such as a protective harness while operating equipment. Basic English literacy is required for operation of machines and necessary daily paperwork. Work environment is moderately noisy. The employee is occasionally required to work near conveyor systems. There is exposure to dust and changes in weather conditions. Work is performed under typical warehouse conditions. Potential hazards exist with regard to machinery such as forklifts, pallet jacks, mechanized systems, etc. Work environment is hectic and fast-paced. The employee is regularly exposed to ambient lighting and can be exposed to extreme heat and extreme cold including climates consistent with outside weather conditions.

Why Work at SanMar?

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. They bring their talent, passion and dedication to work with them every day. Their hard work inspires us and gives us purpose. We love working here together.

Whether you work in our headquarters, from your home or in one of our distribution centers across North America, we believe that investing in you is just the right thing to do. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support your health and well-being, life balance, career growth and (eventually) retirement.

SanMar works with brands you already know, like Nike, The North Face and Brooks Brothers, as well as providing industry-leading private label apparel and accessories. Our people come to work excited to do their part, providing clothing that helps people feel that they’re a part of something special.

Here’s your chance to be a part of this story. If you’re ready to work in a place where your participation matters and your growth is a priority, we’re ready for you.

SanMar is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Whoever you are, wherever you’re from, whoever you love or follow in faith, whatever your disability or superpower status, whichever ethnicity or gender you identify with, you are welcome at SanMar.

SanMar participates in E-Verify.