Retail Inventory Coordinator - 1st Shift

Job Summary

The Inventory Coordinator is responsible for assisting the plants and purchasing in monitoring, managing, and maintaining the overall VMI inventory level.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

• Move in-process materials between workstations as needed.
• Transport finished goods to inventory yard or warehouse.
• Band, wrap, pack, and label finished products according to standards.
• Maintain organized and clean raw material and finished goods storage areas.
• Assist production teams with bottlenecks and material support.
• Perform basic preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Complete pre-shift equipment inspections and report issues.
• Ensure all equipment is safe, clean, and operational.
• Operate hand tools and equipment required for assembly processes.
• Follow all forklift operation rules and company safety policies.
• Inspect materials and finished products to ensure quality and customer specifications are met.
• Follow established safety, quality, and operational procedures.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.
• Maintain inventory of production materials and supplies.
• Prepare production reports and maintain accurate records.
• Verify production documentation is properly completed and logged.
• Conduct cycle counts and inventory adjustments as required.
• Prepare regular and ad hoc operational reports.
• Assist with production scheduling and workload balancing.
• Review pre-shift inspection reports and address concerns.
• Communicate effectively with employees and management.
• Support continuous improvement (CI) and safety initiatives.
• Complete work area setup and maintain housekeeping standards.
• Participate in safety meetings, training, and improvement programs.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.
• Performs other duties as required

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent degree preferred
• 6+ months of manufacturing or assembly experience preferred (not required)
• Working knowledge of inventory internal controls, and company procedures
• Working knowledge in the use of computer and business-related software, including Microsoft applications Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Basic math skills preferred
• Preferred understanding of company policies, practices, and procedures

Compensation & Benefit Information:    

Hourly/Salary Pay Range:  $24.00 - $27.00 an hour dependent on experience*    

*pay range may be adjusted depending on cost of living    

Bonus/Incentive Pay:  

Incentive pay may be available for certain job roles and may include piece rate incentives, weekly production bonuses, trip rates, and employee referral bonuses.  A discretionary annual bonus based on Company and business unit performance may also be provided.    

Benefits currently offered to our employees:  

• Medical insurance
• Health savings account with company contribution
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Basic and voluntary life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Stock purchase program with employee discount
• Educational reimbursement
• Wellness programs and challenges  
• Other supplemental benefits