Warehouse Inventory Associate: 6am to 2:30pm, Mon - Fri

Idlogistics; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Idlogistics in Joliet, IL is seeking an Inventory Control Clerk to support cycle counts and maintain accurate warehouse records. This role requires attention to detail, Excel proficiency, and solid understanding of inventory procedures.

You will perform daily cycle counts, investigate discrepancies, and manage returned shipments while ensuring safety and compliance. Overtime may be required; compensation is $22.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED, or 1 year related experience; AA preferred.
• Knowledge of inventory management procedures and warehousing terminology.
• Proficiency with Excel and spreadsheets.
• Strong math, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with accuracy; ability to read procedures.
• Ability to write routine reports.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily cycle counts.
• Investigate discrepancies and determine root causes.
• Tag and move slow moving or obsolete inventory per requests.
• Process returned shipments; classify quality.
• Complete and file written documentation.
• Assist with physical inventories and coaching during counts.
• Locate products in the system and adjust records for discrepancies.
• Research unique inventory occurrences to correct issues.
• Maintain food safety and sanitation standards; follow GMPs.
• Observe safety rules and assist in enforcement.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Inventory management

Excel

Mathematics

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or GED

AA preferred

Tools

Warehouse/inventory management systems

Job description

Requirements

• High School diploma/GED or one-year related experience in inventory control and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Associate degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school is preferred.
• Requires knowledge of inventory management procedures and general warehousing terminology and practices. Familiarity with warehouse and inventory management systems required.
• Skills in mathematics, personal computers (Excel) and spreadsheets are vital.
• Interpersonal and communication skills are important.
• Accuracy and thoroughness required with great attention to detail.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

Responsibilities

• Perform cycle counts daily as assigned.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies found through cycle counts and determine root cause of the problem.
• Pull slow moving or obsolete inventory as requested by the customer in order to dispose, salvage, or donate. This may include physically lifting or moving product or materials.
• Process returned shipments by unloading the trailer and determining what is first quality or damaged inventory.
• Ensure that all proper written documentation is signed off and filed.
• Participate and coach LTO’s during physical inventories or samplings as requested by the customer to ensure the integrity of the inventory process.
• Conduct any search to locate products within the system. Adjust records when there are discrepancies. Take steps to correct and prevent discrepancies.
• Identify and research unique inventory occurrences to correct them prior to having to lock a bay or make an inventory adjustment.
• Maintain food safety and sanitation standards, in accordance with Food Safety Guidelines.
• Follow corporate and site‑specific Good Manufacturing Practices and report noncompliance when observed.
• Observe all company safety rules and assist in enforcement as appropriate.
• Other duties as assigned

Schedule: Mon – Friday, 6am to 2:30pm. (OVERTIME MAY BE REQUIRED)

Pay $22.00 per hour