The Inventory Clerk will be responsible for counting produced and purchased inventory on a daily basis, working with the maintenance Manager on product received, entering all counts into the order system, and printing inventory on a daily basis. The successful applicant ensures that each department has the necessary supplies, materials, and or products for optimal plant operations.
Responsibilities:
- Receive, inspect, and verify incoming shipments against purchase orders
- Prepare and process outgoing shipments, including packaging and labeling
- Load and unload trucks using appropriate equipment (forklifts, pallet jacks, etc.)
- Maintain accurate inventory records and update systems as needed
- Organize and store materials in designated warehouse locations
- Working with AS400, Microsoft Excel and other computer systems
- Counting inventory with accuracy
- Resolve shipping discrepancies or damages in a timely manner; recognize inconsistencies and work to resolve the
- Be proficient with and enjoy detailed work
- Answer customer/departmental inquiries and complaints
- Be a self-starter and able to work without direct supervision
- Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
- Maintain and update inventory records
- Be proficient with and enjoy detailed work
- Answer customer/departmental inquiries and complaints
- Be a self-starter and able to work without direct supervision
- Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
- Be able to present themselves professionally at all times
Qualifications and Experience:
- Basic math and reading skills.
- Computer data entry skills.
- Possess computer entry skills.
- Minimum age: 18
- Must be able to pass a drug screen and physical
The following qualifications are preferred, but not required:
- Previous experience in an inventory and/or shipping and receiving position.
Physical Demand/Working Conditions:
- From time to time may need to work in very hot (more than 100 degrees) and very cold (less than 20 degrees below zero) and in a very wet and humid environment for extended periods. Exposed to noise/vibration, and chemicals.
- Required to Stand, walk, climb, bend, twist, push and pull, and reach above and below the shoulder.
- Repetition-Hand/Wrist Simple Grasping, Firm grasping.
I understand the description of this job and the essential functions, as given above. I also understand that all of the duties are not described above and that I will perform those above and other related duties as directed by my supervisor.
Hiland Dairy Foods Company is an equal opportunity employer