Inventory Control Associate

Company Overview:

We are passionate about our employees.  We strive to create an environment that is stimulating and motivating and a culture that fosters mutual respect, teamwork, and career development. Come join the Keystone team so we can build your career together!

In addition to competitive starting salaries, we offer a wide variety of competitive benefits, perks and programs that provide our employees the resources to pursue their goals, both at work and in their personal lives. 

Please visit our website at www.keystoneind.com to learn more about Keystone Industries and career opportunities.

Position Details:

• Title: Inventory Control Associate
• Ideal Candidate: The ideal candidate will have prior forklift and inventory experience. 
• Schedule: 2nd shift / 3:00pm - 1:30am, Tuesday - Friday (training on 1st shift approx. 1-2 months).
• Location: Gibbstown, NJ (08027)
• Salary Range: $22.00 hourly, based on experience and qualifications. Plus, shift differential.

Essential Job Functions:

• Maintain an organized warehousing structure for raw materials, intermediates, and finished goods.
• Optimize storage space by consolidating inventory and rearranging materials as needed.
• Assist with loading/unloading shipments, processing transfers between facilities, and organizing stock. Transport finished goods to shipping and prepare materials for transfer, including picking, pulling, and wrapping.
• Maintain inventory value and location integrity by ensuring all materials are put in their proper locations.
• Consolidate materials in the racks as needed.
• Weigh, count and determine stock locations for new items and enter item information into computer system.
• Learn and utilize Dynamics D365 (ERP) daily, including:
  • Ensure timely and accurate posting into the system for all inventory activities.
  • Respond to personnel regarding stock inquiries.
  • Perform cycle counts, transfers, item lookups and location tracking.
• Support inventory accuracy through proactive reconciliation and FIFO material usage, including documentation and investigation of discrepancies; recommend process improvements.
• Work with relevant departments to resolve issues related to incoming products or materials.
• Unload and process UPS, FedEx, Motor Carrier and any other deliveries received.
• Ensure warehouse equipment is maintained and operational (i.e. forklifts and pallet jacks).
• Keep warehouse clean, organized, and free of debris.
• Routinely work with hazardous chemicals and waste.
• Report building or equipment maintenance to Management as needed.
• Perform additional duties/tasks as needed or requested by management.

Qualifications:

• 2–5 years of experience in inventory control and shipping/receiving, preferably within a pharmaceutical or chemical manufacturing environment.
• Forklift operation experience (stand-up, sit-down, and reach truck).
• Experience with cycle counts, barcode scanning.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and MS Office.
• Basic mathematical skills with ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide various units of measure.
• Strong communication skills in English (both written and verbal) to understand and follow procedures, work instructions, and safety guidelines.
• Strong attention to detail with basic administrative skills i.e., processing paperwork, maintaining files, etc.
• Demonstrated organizational skills, attention to detail, and numerical aptitude.
• Self-starter, strong initiative, dependable and capable of following through with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, independent or team-oriented environment.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including shifts and overtime, as needed.

Desired Skills:

• Experience with import/export activities and international/domestic shipping.
• Experience with Microsoft D365.

Education/Certifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Safety:

• Comply with all safety regulations; maintains a safe work environment at all times.
• Adhere to always wearing the proper PPE/Safety equipment.
• Understand and comply with all written safety, health, and environmental procedures.
• Attend all required scheduled Health, Safety and Environmental training sessions.
• Participate in required Health, Safety a