Inventory Control Clerk

Overview

Position: Inventory Control Clerk

Location: Arcola, IL

Starting Minimum Pay: $19.00 per hour

THE MOST TRUSTED NAME IN CELEBRATING STUDENT MILESTONES – HERFF JONES

Herff Jones is the leading provider of graduation and educational products and services designed to inspire achievement and create memorable experiences for students. Herff Jones  products include class rings and jewelry, caps and gowns, diplomas, frames, announcements, and Greek accessories as well as motivation and recognition programs. Since 1920, our team has worked alongside students, faculty, and staff on campuses nationwide to help build a stronger community and celebrate student milestones.

Our continued success relies on hiring extraordinary talent, with a passion for making a difference and eagerness to roll up the sleeves, to help us write the story of our next 100 years.

Your Opportunity

The Herff Jones Cap & Gown location is looking for an Inventory Control Coordinator to join our team in Arcola, IL.

Here s How You’ll Make An Impact

Reporting to the Inventory Control Manager, the Inventory Clerk’s primary job function is to sort, count, inspect and package emblematic parts, pieces, and products to make ready for shipping department.

What We Want You To Accomplish

• Verify number of pieces against work order.
• Prepare production orders and deliver to appropriate department.
• Inspect for finish, quality, and trademark.
• If order is short, or pieces are manufactured incorrectly, coordinate replacements and adjust inventory accordingly.
• Package pieces individually or bulk package depending on customers’ request.
• Deliver to shipping department.
• Additional tasks as necessary.

What You ll Bring To The Table

2 - 3 years of experience in a similar role in addition to meeting the following requirements:

• Education / Certifications
  
  Required:
  
  
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Equipment – Good computer and communication skills.
• Software - knowledge using Microsoft suite required / Oracle and JMAS experience a plus
• Experience – any background in Inventory, Production/Material Control and/or Purchasing are helpful.
• Other – math, critical thinking skills, teamwork, and organization skills required.

Physical Activities

Daily activity includes but is not limited to:

• Lifting, carrying, sitting, grasping, reaching, standing, kneeling, walking, bending, twisting.
• Standing on a fatigue mat in a specific area throughout a 10 hour+ shift.
• Be able to regularly lift/move up to 50lbs.
• Standing for 8 hours a day or longer.
• Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to above moderate.
• Ability to work in an environment with repetitive motions of the arms, wrists, and elbows.
• Physical strength and dexterity to perform essential job functions.

Join the Best Team on Celebrating Student Milestones

About Herff Jones

Indianapolis-based Herff Jones is the leading provider of graduation and educational products and services designed to inspire achievement and create memorable experiences for students. Herff Jones’ products include class rings and jewelry, caps and gowns, diplomas, and announcements as well as motivation and recognition programs. Focused on building long-term relationships through a nationwide network of over 1,400 employees and sales partners, the professionals at Herff Jones have been helping elevate the student experience throughout the lifelong journey of education for more than 100 years.

For more information about Herff Jones, please visit

Equal Opportunity

Herff Jones, Inc. and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and maintain affirmative action plans to recruit, retain, develop, and promote qualified individuals without unlawful consideration of race, gender, gender identity, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Herff Jones strives to maintain a work environment free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, where associates are treated with respect and dignity.

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