What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manufacturing Cycle Counter position at Hollman, Inc.?
Manufacturing Cycle Counter
Hollman is the world's largest manufacturer of wood and laminate lockers. We pride ourselves in staying on the cutting edge of our industry – continually offering new designs and finish options and producing those using the most modern computer-controlled equipment.
The manufacturing cycle counter ensures accurate inventory management and tracking within a manufacturing environment. This role is critical in maintaining efficient operations by conducting regular counts and reconciliations of inventory levels, identifying discrepancies, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to resolve any issues. The Cycle counter will be vital to maintaining data integrity and supporting the teams.
Job Responsibilities
- Conduct ad-hoc inventory counts of raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods within the manufacturing facility.
- Compare physical inventory counts with system records to identify discrepancies or inaccuracies and investigate the root causes.
- Accurately record inventory counts and adjustments into the inventory management system.
- Maintain clear and organized records of inventory counts, adjustments, and discrepancies.
- Collaborate with production, warehousing, and procurement teams to promptly identify and resolve inventory-related issues.
- Generate inventory reports and analyses to provide insights into accuracy, trends, and potential process improvements.
- Suggest and implement process improvements to enhance inventory accuracy, reduce discrepancies, and optimize inventory management procedures.
- Update inventory records, ensuring real-time accuracy of stock levels.
- Monitor shelf-life expiry dates of materials to prevent stockouts or waste.
- Coordinate with procurement and suppliers to resolve delivery discrepancies or issues.
- Communicate effectively with production teams to ensure timely availability of materials.
- Collaborate with quality control and production to implement improvements based on incoming material insights.
- Generate and maintain detailed documentation related to received materials.
- Create and update reports on material receipts, inspection outcomes, and inventory levels.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements in materials handling, inspection, and storage.
Job Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Previous experience in inventory management, cycle counting, or manufacturing experience preferred.
- Familiarity with inventory management software and proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word).
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work independently.
- Knowledge of Lean or Six Sigma principles is a plus.
Physical Requirements:
- Frequent standing, walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, lifting,
- Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
- Working in different weather temperatures
- Ability to work in different climates.
