Clerk, Inventory in Bell Gardens, California at Royston Plant

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Summary

The Inventory Clerk is responsible for day-to-day inventory control activities within a manufacturing environment, working closely with manufacturing, warehouse, and logistics personnel to maintain accurate inventory records and ensure materials are available to support production and operational needs. Responsibilities include documenting, scheduling, performing, and following up on daily and weekly cycle counts; investigating and resolving inventory discrepancies; and maintaining accurate inventory documentation.

Essential Functions/Job Responsibilities

Review production schedules, customer orders, work orders, shipping documents, and material requisitions to determine inventory items to be picked, moved, issued, or distributed.

Pick, fulfill, and distribute materials, components, and stock items to production personnel, assembly lines, and shipping operations in accordance with work orders and established procedures.

Assemble hardware packs and prepare loose hardware and components for shipment in accordance with customer order requirements.

Identify, label, and mark materials and inventory items with the appropriate information to support accurate tracking and identification.

Open, unpack, and inspect bales, crates, boxes, and other containers to receive and process incoming materials.

Record quantities of materials and inventory items received, issued, transferred, or distributed, maintaining accurate and timely inventory transactions.

Count, weigh, and verify materials and components to ensure quantities and items conform to company requirements and supporting documentation.

Organize and sequence stock parts and components for production and assembly activities to support workflow and production schedules.

Use inventory management systems and computer applications to enter, update, and maintain accurate inventory records and transaction data.

Generate and print pick lists, material requests, and other inventory-related documents as needed.

Maintain accurate inventory records and assist with routine and scheduled cycle counts, inventory reconciliation, and investigation of discrepancies.

Receive and verify incoming materials against purchase orders, packing slips, and other applicable documentation, confirming item identification and quantities and completing required receiving paperwork.

Distribute, store, and organize received materials in designated warehouse and inventory locations to maintain orderly, accessible, and efficient storage areas.

Communicate inventory discrepancies, material shortages, receiving issues, and other inventory-related concerns to appropriate personnel in a timely manner.

Follow established company procedures for inventory control, material handling, documentation, workplace safety, and housekeeping.

Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications/Experience/Requirements

Required

High school diploma or equivalent.

Six months to one year of experience in inventory control, warehouse operations, material handling, shipping and receiving, or a related manufacturing environment preferred.

Basic computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications such as Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Ability to accurately count, identify, record, and track inventory items and materials.

Ability to read and interpret production schedules, work orders, customer orders, packing slips, and material requisitions.

Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate inventory records and documentation.

Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple responsibilities, and meet established deadlines in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with manufacturing, shipping, and logistics personnel.

Demonstrated problem-solving skills, dependability, accountability, and the ability to follow established procedures.

Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Forklift experience preferred; the ability to complete required employer-provided training and evaluation for authorized forklift operation, if applicable.

Experience working with inventory management or warehouse management systems.

Experience working in a manufacturing or production environment.

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time.

Ability to frequently bend, crouch, stoop, kneel, reach, and maneuver in warehouse and storage areas.

Ability to safely lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds as required.

Ability to safely operate or work around forklifts and other material-handling equipment.

Ability to perform repetitive movements associated with receiving, stocking, labeling, and handling materials.

Ability to work in a manufacturing environment and safely perform the essential functions of the position.