INVENTORY CONTROL

Description

Essential Functions:

Maintains records of materials in inventory and on order. Monitors reorder points and initiates action to replenish stock. Reconciles discrepancies in inventories and notifies supervisor of irregularities.

Specific Responsibilities Include:

· Perform counts and ensure all inventory is accounted for and reported according to company policy

· Maintain adequate inventory levels to meet customer demand

· Investigate and correct discrepancies in reported quantities and locations of all inventories

· Assess inventory output on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis to identify trends in productivity

· Manage cycle counts of product inventories on a regular basis

· Monitor delivery schedule and customer orders

· Place and receive orders in a timely and accurate manner

· File claims when defective products are discovered

· Coordinate with customer service and logistics departments

· Check date-sensitive products for expiration and facilitate removal or transfer of product as needed

· Perform process and system testing and track performance by area to locate and solve problems in data integrity, productivity, and efficiency

· Establish trusted relationships with suppliers to ensure quality service and cost-effective deals

· Comply with plant safety procedures to ensure a safe environment.

· Account for time and work completed via online computer data collection system.

Requirements

Experience and Background:

· Demonstrate competency in basic shop math.

· Ability to read and understand blueprints and other shop drawing aids.

· Flexible and responsive, with a strong teamwork orientation.

· Good verbal and written communication skills.

· Desire to learn new skills and improve technical knowledge.

· Commitment to quality and accuracy of work performed and continuous improvement.

· Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.

· Demonstrated ability to work well with others and to participate in a cross-functional team.

· Possess ability to drive for results, hold self-accountable, and continuously improve.

Physical Requirements

The majority of the job function is performed in a manufacturing setting requiring high degree of safety precautions.