Inventory Specialist – Nashville, TN Position Available In Rutherford, Tennessee

Inventory Specialist•Nashville, TN Pratt Industries•3.0

La Vergne, TN Job Details Estimated:

$32.9K•$41.7K a year 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Vision insurance 401(k) matching Qualifications CGMP Inventory control GMP Mid-level High school diploma or GED Geometry Organizational skills Trade school Warehouse experience Algebra Root cause analysis Communication skills Under 1 year Full Job Description SUMMARY This position is responsible for maintaining accurate inventory data and providing support as needed in the Inventory department. This requires daily cycle counting and inventory maintenance, packaging, film, condiment, trailers and Finished Goods inventories.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Timely and accurate inventory of all product Provide written documentation of any procedural issues causing inventory inaccuracies to the Supervisor and meet with appropriate managers to determine & implement corrective action. Utilize RF gun to count inventory and post cycle count quantities in the Inventory Control program. Interface with production, warehouse, scheduling, purchasing, etc., as needed. Inventory variance review, research, and explanation as needed. Also follow-up on findings of that research as corrective actions where appropriate. Report Inventory on a weekly basis and an explanation for any variances. Attention to detail and good organizational skills. Communicate with Production, Scheduling, Purchasing, Transportation, Customer Service, and Logistic team on a regular basis (proactive communication and information sharing as needed). Performs other duties as assigned (including housekeeping) Operates the Forklift to allocate product to the correct location

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This job does not supervise employees.

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS

Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others’ ideas and tries new things.

ORAL COMMUNICATION

Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions.

WRITTEN COMMUNICATION

Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; able to read and interpret written information.

TEAMWORK

Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others’ views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Supports everyone’s efforts to succeed.

DEPENDABILITY

Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

Minimum 2 years’ prior warehouse experience and/or exhibits knowledge of inventory control activities (cycle counts, physical inventory, root cause analysis, replenishment processes etc.) Knowledge of GMP’s and previous work experience in a medical Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or GED. College or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.

MATHEMATICS

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. stands and walks; Regularly sits and uses hands to finger handle, or feel; Occasionally reaches with hands and arms; Regularly talks or hears.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Level of Noise of the work environment is: Moderate noise.

Requirements:

Pratt Industries is America’s 5th largest paper and packaging company with more than 7,500 highly skilled employees dedicated to the environment and sustainability. Pratt Industries is one of the largest corrugated packaging companies in America, with sophisticated manufacturing facilities in more than a dozen states. The company operates three of the most modern, cost effective paper mills in the country, as well as a series of sheet and box plants strategically placed throughout the United States offering a wide range of creative packaging solutions. Pratt Industries is committed to recycling and the environment by “harvesting the urban forest.” Pratt Industries offers competitive compensation plans with incentive opportunities, full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA, All State, Pre-Paid Legal, and 401(k) with company match, paid vacation, and paid holidays.