Inventory Control Specialist

With a purpose to make tomorrow a little bit better than today for each other, our customers, and our communities, Ascentek provides an environment where you can love what you do and be your best every day. 

What you will enjoy by being a part of a 2024 USA Great Place to Work certified company: 

A position that is: Hourly, Full time (First Shift) Mon-Fri 

• Medical Plan options, including fertility coverage and free mental health and telehealth coverage 
• Dental and Vision Insurance 
• FSA/HSA options 
• Paid parental leave 
• Company-provided short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance 
• Supplemental Insurances, including accident, critical illness, hospital, and supplemental life insurance 
• 401(k) with a generous company match 
• Pet Insurance Benefits 
• Tuition reimbursement 
• 21 Paid Days Off 
• 7 Paid Holidays 

• Stylish company provided uniforms and personal protective equipment
• Paid comprehensive on-the-job training
• Career advancement opportunities

The Inventory Control Specialist will return and reconcile goods on work orders. This position will complete system transfers of products and raw materials between locations. The employee ensures inventory accuracy of raw materials and finished goods through the cycle counting system and analyze and remediate transaction problems.  

• Return and reconcile goods on work orders via the Putaway (PWT) process.
• Maintain inventory accuracy by cycle counting at a frequency that assures each SKU is counted at minimum, once per quarter.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies to resolve routine problems.
• Coordinate the rework process for the facility including, but not limited, to Nonconforming product, DNR, reclaims, and special projects.
• Coordinate the process to address slow moving inventory.
• Investigate manufacturing variances to ensure issues are documented and resolutions are worked.
• Transact system transfers products/raw materials between bin locations, business unit locations, and 3rd parties as needed.
• Support plant operations in Pre-Production planning and Finished Product Document upkeep.
• Plan, coordinate, and facilitate all internal and external Physical Inventories within the plant.
• Create, evaluate, and update Inventory related work instructions and procedures to ensure that they are current and reflect any product changes.
• Apply 6S throughout your work area and utilize lean methods for reducing waste and improving processes.
• Provide an emphasis on safety to ensure compliance with all pertinent government regulations.
• Perform other duties as required or assigned.
• Minimal travel required for this position.

Education:

•  High school diploma or equivalent

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must have thorough understanding of inventory principles and concepts.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to problem solve and attention to details.
• General Quality & Safety Awareness.
• Ability to read and understand Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and all shipping documents.
• Inventory Management System (JDE).

Experience and/or Training:

•  Forklift experience

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS: 

Employee must have the ability to lift/carry up to 60 pounds occasionally and push/pull 76-100 pounds occasionally.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk and/or use hands, handle, or touch objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand, and/or walk. Employees may be subject to random drug and alcohol testing under FAA regulations. The mental and physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS: 

Employee must have the ability to lift/carry up to 60 pounds occasionally and push/pull 76-100 pounds occasionally.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk and/or use hands, handle, or touch objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand, and/or walk. Employees may be subject to random drug and alcohol testing under FAA regulations. The mental and physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

Ascentek is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants including women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.