Inventory Associate II

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Job Title

Inventory Associate II

Responsible for reconciling inventory, compiling information and maintaining accurate records of stocked materials. Collaborates with production planning to execute work order releases and supports production with the manufacturing floor relative to the availability of materials.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Releases and closes work orders through MRP system. Investigates discrepancies and drives for root causes

• Follows up on WIP inventory required to support and execute manufacturing work orders

• Under minimal supervision, stocks, reconciles and distributes materials in inventory and on manufacturing lines; maintains records of all stock and materials and communicates shortages/discrepancies to appropriate personnel

• Reviews inventory records to determine if material on hand is in sufficient quantity to meet forecasted needs

• Works closely with sales and planning to minimize inventory and/or to enter orders to replenish supply if necessary

• Receives product per departmental work instructions or through the use of a Kanban system

• Manages inventory using first in, first out (FIFO) method and alerts planner to recommended changes

• Verifies clerical computations against physical count of stock and adjusts errors in computation or count, or investigates and reports reasons for discrepancies

• Performs and records results of inventory cycle counts as designated by management

• Conducts daily /annual physical inventory process for parts in distribution area troubleshooting any discrepancies; reports needed inventory adjustments to appropriate personnel

• Notifies purchasing and planning personnel of any inventory adjustments based on daily inventories; searches for root cause of repeated anomalies

• Properly stores stock in appropriate location ensuring all inventory is tagged and labeled per departmental work instructions

• Compiles accurate records of items’ purchase prices, deliveries, and inventories controlling inventory in accordance with management objectives/directives

• Arranges for disposal of damaged product or surplus/obsolete materials in accordance to Company Policy

• Matches externally received purchase orders and purchase order receipt data reporting discrepancies to appropriate personnel

• May prepare reports of inventory balances, designating any shortages or overages

• May be required to transport material using a forklift for delivery to manufacturing area

• Assists and/or performs in any and all areas as assigned.

• May work any and all shifts/days as required.

Job Requirements:

Education:

• High school diploma/GED