Commodity Inventory Controller B1

Primary Function:

The essential function of this position is to be responsible for inspecting Product, and as needed selecting inventory, to match Customer Specifications. Primary direction for allocations will come from Department Supervisor and Assistant Supervisor.  There will be a need to liaise with Shipping and/or Production Managers regarding selection of product for specific customer orders, use existing systems to “firm plan” product to orders. This individual is responsible for a wide variety of duties including but not limited to the description provided below.

SHIFTS OFFERED ARE:

** Full-time Rotation 3 Day & 4 Day - B3 6 p.m. - 5:30 a.m.

 Primary Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Inspect and sign off on product quality in inventory and/or at dock to meet customers’ specifications
• Support Commodity Supervisors plan to create daily Production and Sales Order allocations
• Communicate all necessary changes to Commodity Supervisor, if needing to differ from prior allocations and/or plan
• Follow up to ensure any rework is allocated and/or planned in order to meet customer specifications
• Ensure allocations are updated and distributed, throughout the day, and executed as expected
• Utilize, coach, and provide training to others within the commodity team
• Maintain a line of sight on expected inbounds 0 – 3 days out
• Work with the Inventory Clerks to routinely audit and verify inventory counts and product rotation for accuracy
• Coordinate and assist in communicating customers’ expectations with the commodity team, Production, and Shipping
• Communicate with the team on issues and concerns 
• Develop, lead, mentor and set objectives for the commodity team 
• Maintain and communicate metrics to the team, including but not limited to information on rejections, product dumps/donates, inventory flow, etc.
• Maintain regular communication with the Production Schedulers, and Production Managers
• Maintain regular communication with Receiving, with specific emphasis on load priorities and product specifications
• When necessary make suggestions to Commodity Supervisor for the disposal/movement of surplus commodities in a timely fashion
• Be heavily involved in utilizing internal systems and have the ability to communicate technical needs for purposes of improving the performance of the commodity team

 Basic Qualifications:

• Willingness to work independently, with minimal supervision and take ownership of job
• Comfortable making decisions without direct supervision
• Must have strong communication skills.
• Detail oriented.
• Will need to learn significant Product / Industry knowledge.
• Must be high-performance team player and be willing to work in a dynamic, growing, demanding and fast-paced environment
• Must be a self-starter and willing to work flexible hours
• Background check and Drug Screening required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must be proficient in the use of the English language with the ability to communicate professionally in both verbal and written formats
• Previous supervisory experience is preferred
• Strong organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills. 
• Need to be creative, adaptable and able to accurately handle out-of-the-ordinary issues with a sense of urgency. 
• Must have ability to effectively follow-up and handle multiple projects with strong personal time-management skills and effectively manage associated stress
• Proficient in basic computer-use skills (i.e. Word, Excel) and will need to learn warehouse management systems such as NAV and JDA
• Must pass our onsite driving and safety test for forklift
• Must possess valid driver’s license or present proof of current eye exam (within 1 yr.)

Working Conditions:

• Must be able to work in refrigerated warehouse with controlled temperatures between 45-50 degrees
• Must be capable of lifting up to 30 lbs.
• Position requires sitting, standing, walking and bending on a regular basis
• Must have manual dexterity to perform computer skills 

Mastronardi Produce is pleased to offer:

• Weekly pay with direct deposit or cash card options
• Medical/Dental/Vision plans
• Retirement and life insurance programs
• Holiday and Paid time off
• Opportunity for growth and advancement