An Inventory Associate monitors warehouse inventory and places orders with vendors for supplies. Conducts regular or occasional audits of inventory or sections of a warehouse.
This position is responsible for maintaining accurate inventory data in PRMS 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.
General Job Function:
Timely and accurate inventory of raw materials, packaging, film, and condiments. Accurate data entry and file maintenance in PRMS. Follow proper documentation procedures in accordance with SOX requirements and other company procedures. 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. This also includes MUV research and reports as required or requested by the Accounting Department or Inventory Supervisor. Report Peco Inventory on a weekly basis and an explanation for any variances. Maintain files so that they are readily available for review. 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)
Desired Qualifications/Skills:
Good communication skills
Computer Knowledge:
MS Word and Excel Highly motivated individual who is a self-starter Ability to Multi-task and work in a fast-changing environment with minimal supervision Team oriented with good interpersonal skills Ability to work, days, nights, and weekends as necessary Ability to work in a cold (34-degree F) and wet environment with prolonged standing, noise exposure, climbing stairs, frequent bending
Other Desired Qualifications/Skills:
Bilingual Forklift Certified Computer:
AS400 Minimum of 1 year in a food processing and packaging environment or equivalent (Food, Manufacturing or Warehouse Industry experience)
Other Information:
The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed, as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer
