Inventory Control Lead

Position Summary

Responsible for safely participating and leading the inventory personnel in a variety of warehouse and yard activities including maintaining accurate records of material quantities and types.

• Delegate daily tasks and monitor efficiency, accuracy and safety habits
• Report issues or concerns to the Inventory Supervisor or Manager
• Complete daily inventory audits by comparing physical counts against system records and investigate reasons for discrepancies (Cycle Counts)
• Assist in the unloading of truck deliveries and review incoming inventory shipments for accuracy
• Prepare outbound Purchase Orders and include the required shipping documentation
• Pull necessary parts to build or repair finished goods as outlined on Work Orders
• Restock inventory items
• Communicate inventory shortages and defective or unusable items
• Assist other departments with their inventory requests and move items in the system to their designated locations
• Maintain inventory accuracy throughout the warehouse by tracking product movements using established internal control procedures
• Generate inventory-related reports
• Communicate via email with Purchasing Department and Operational Departments regarding Purchase Orders and identify any discrepancies in what was received compared to the Packing List
• Operate warehouse equipment, including pallet jacks and forklifts, as part of daily activities; and must be able to obtain forklift certification
• Personally observe safety and security procedures and proper use of equipment and material. Actively promote safety process and report any safety issues to proper channels for action

• Basic computer skills with knowledge of MS Office and/or inventory databases
• Good oral and written communication and analytical skills
• Must have experience handling multiple projects simultaneously, and working in an environment, which requires flexibility, time management, and accuracy
• Highly motivated and able to work efficiently and safely
• High School diploma or equivalent required
• 3+ years of inventory warehouse experience preferred

• Continuously required to move about the facility which may include exposure to various outdoor elements and physical labor
• Rotating On-Call schedule and the ability to work weekends
• Use of appropriate personal protective equipment, including but not limited to, eye protection, hardhat and safety shoes in designated areas throughout the warehouse
• This is a safety sensitive position