Inventory Control Specialist

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This Inventory Control Specialist will performs inventory control tasks associated with tracking and accounting for all materials on the production floor. Uses powered industrial equipment such as forklifts and turret trucks to assist with material movements cycle counting inventory issue resolution and product discards. Must be fluent in excel and master data ERP data systems (Oracle knowledge is a plus).

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Working directly with Operations supervisors material handlers Quality control and warehouse operators.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for managing the counts and reviewing inventory issues and taking the lead with root cause analysis to prevent those issues from reoccurring. Will proactively advise Team Leads Supervisors and Managers of inventory trends and provide input into process improvement opportunities in managing materials. Effectively communicates issues and potentially with other departments (i.e. Procurement Engineering and quality).

• Use judgment regarding location and storage methods of movement and release of material
• Demonstrate the capability to support new product development and materials outside of Oracle.
• Manage the inventory counts and assesses discrepancy reports provided by others in the materials group.
• Manage all Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) compliance reviews
• Collect and input data which will be assessed for trends and implement any corrective actions
• Execute material movements in support of business priorities or assigned activities
• Help with tracking MRB material as needed and work with Quality to ensure locations/counts are correct.
• Work with MRB coordinator to discard expired products product samples and scrap material.
• Collaborates with Procurement on Raw and WIP Inventory safety stocks managing trends replenishments or reductions.
• Performs other duties as assigned

DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required for this position.

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 5 years of managing inventory experience in an ERP or enterprise system
• Knowledge of oracle is a plus

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of production execution (Dock to stock and inspection plans) within an ERP environment (Knowledge of Oracle is a plus).
• Proficient in MS Office (specifically excel in data entry and data manipulation to develop reports)
• Ability to safely operate all required equipment. Must be able to obtain and maintain a current forklift license.
• Possesses the ability to work well in a dynamic team environment and influence others
• Solid written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to work independently with little instruction on routine work and may receive general supervision.
• Preferred working knowledge of Warehouse Management and Inventory Management aspects of ERP
• Attention to detail
• Lifting or moving of 5 25 lbs. continuously 25 60 lbs. frequently.
• Active Drivers license

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED

Powered industrial transport equipment such as forklifts hand truck/jacks and turret trucks

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Lifting of up to 40 lbs.
• Standing for two hours or more; sitting for two hours or more
• Ability to properly apply and remove sterile gowning
• Ability to work with raw materials (porcine bladders)

ADVERSE WORKING CONDITIONS

The adverse working conditions listed in this section include but are not limited to those environmental conditions to which the employee may be exposed while undertaking the essential duties and responsibilities of this position which is that of a general plant environment.

• Clean room environment; must be able to properly gown and de-gown
• Handling of raw materials (porcine bladder) required
• May encounter strong odor of strong cleaning material

SELECTION GUIDELINES

Formal application rating of education and experience; oral interview and reference check; job related tests may be required.

DISCLAIMER

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar related or a logical assignment to the position.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

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