Bar Code Scanners, Computer Skills, Detail Oriented, FIFO, Food Safety, Forklift, High School Diploma, Inventory Cycle Counts, Inventory Management, Inventory Reports, Mathematics, Order Picking/Packing, Reconciliation, Record Keeping, Safety Process, Safety Standards, Safety/Work Safety, Sanitation, Shipping/Receiving, Warehousing
Job Title: Inventory Control
Job Location: Sanger, CA
Position Type/Hours: Seasonal (approx. 6 months/year)
Reports To: Plant Manager
Job Duties
- Track incoming and outgoing inventory (raw materials and finished goods)
- Maintain accurate inventory records (manual logs or digital systems)
- Perform cycle counts and full inventory audits
- Inspect goods for damage, quality, food safety concerns or discrepancies
- Label, tag, and organize stock in storage areas
- Coordinate with packing and shipping departments
- Report shortages, overages, or inconsistencies
- Follow safety and sanitation procedures (especially in food packing plants)
Key Skills
- Attention to detail – accurate counting, labeling, and recordkeeping
- Basic math skills – counting stock, tracking quantities, reconciling discrepancies
- Computer literacy – familiarity with inventory software (e.g., Excel or warehouse systems)
- Organization – managing stock efficiently and keeping records updated
- Communication – coordinating with packing staff, supervisors, and shipping teams
Basic Requirements:
- Education:
- High school diploma or similar
- Experience:
- 0–2 years in inventory, warehouse, or packing environments
- Experience with shipping/receiving is often a plus
Technical / Equipment Knowledge
- Use of:
- Barcode scanners
- Inventory management systems
- Forklifts or pallet jacks (certification may be required)
- Understanding of FIFO (First In, First Out) inventory method
Compliance & Safety
- Knowledge of workplace safety standards
- In food plants: adherence to sanitation and hygiene rules (like HACCP principles)
Preferred Qualifications (Not Always Required)
- Forklift certification
- Prior work in a packing or production facility
Pay Range ($17.00 min - $17.25 max)/hour
This position may encompass other duties than the specified duties listed above. If necessary, alternative duties can be assigned at the discretion of the direct supervisor.
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