Protein Inventory Clerk

The Protein Inventory Clerk is responsible for accurately tracking recording and maintaining inventory of all protein materials. This position plays a key role in ensuring production accuracy traceability and product flow through various stages of the process. The clerk supports operations by monitoring usage verifying consumption and maintaining up-to-date information in the inventory management system. Work closely with cross-functional support teams and communicate concerns to management.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Maintain accurate inventory counts and documentation for all protein.
Verify lot numbers quantities and product identification to ensure full traceability and compliance.
Daily issue protein to production team as needed according to production schedule.
Communicate any returns needed back to cold storage to the warehouse team.
Coordinate with production grinding injection and thawing teams to confirm material movements.
Perform daily WIP inventory counts and report discrepancies to supervisors.
Support month-end or weekly physical inventory counts and variance reporting.
Communicate with warehouse and production variances of protein usage and needs according to production schedules.
Verify warehouse is following proper labeling of all protein.
Verify production is following proper labeling of WIP material.
Assist in maintaining proper storage and organization of protein pallets bins and carts in the protein cooler to prevent spoilage or contamination.
Follow all food safety safety and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) standards at all times.
Maintain inedible storage area.
Use WMS or Excel to track all protein movements and/or consumption.
Use forklift or stacker for protein movements.
This position requires cross-training in various functions within the RAW production department to provide coverage and operational support as needed.
Work in cold room environment. (30 5o degrees).

Education:

At High School diploma or GED

Experience:
Minimum of 6months experience in manufacturing food processing or inventory control preferred
Ability to perform basic math calculations and weight conversions
Preferably bilingual English/Spanish
Excel or WMS experience preferred
Certifications:

Forklift certification
Key Competencies & Traits:

A go-getter with a can-do attitude
Self-motivated articulate detail-oriented and organized
Ability to work effectively with multiple departments in a fast-paced production environment.
Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
The employee will perform the required job functions in an office environment and loud hot humid and cold manufacturing environments.
Will operate wet and pneumatic cleaning equipment safely and efficiently
Standing or walking through the entire shift constantly.
Pushing and pulling occasionally.
The employee is occasionally required to move and/or lift up to 50 pounds; balance; stoop; or crouch.