Inventory Control Associate

at LABELMASTER in CHICAGO, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Labelmaster is an established and growing company that takes the complexity out of shipping Dangerous Goods (Hazmat), making the world a safer place.

We are looking for an intuitive Inventory Control Associate who:

+ Does not want to work in Corporate America

+ Wants to make a difference every day at work

+ Wants to have true work/life balance

+ Loves to learn new things

+ Has ideas on how to make things better

Benefits

+ Health Insurance

+ Dental & Vision Insurance

+ Life Insurance

+ Medical & Childcare Flexible Spending Accounts

+ Education Assistance

+ 401(k) with Matching

+ Fitness Bank

+ Pre-tax Transit Program

+ PTO Bank

+ Paid Holidays

+ Paid Diversity Days

+ Volunteer Time Off

+ Referral Bonus Program

+ Competitive wage ($19 – 21 hourly)

Position Purpose

We’re seeking spirited “can do” people to join our Warehouse team in the exciting world of hazmat compliance. Experience in Inventory Control is preferred. This is a fast paced environment and requires a great attitude, attention to detail, punctuality and great quality control. Your ability to collaborate with others, communicate, and be dependable are all crucial for this job and able to stand for the whole day.

Inventory Control Associate is hands-on and has experience with various inventory related functions. You are a motivated and driven individual with a proven track record for getting desired results. Responsible for recording and maintaining control of all inventory items purchased and produced. Responsible for receiving product from vendors and manufacturing for quality control, maintaining the daily schedule of cycle counts and audits, managing inventory reports and help ensure the overall accuracy of the warehouse inventory.

+ Audit inventory to keep systems in balance during daily order processing.

+ Research and resolve all keyed issues, adjustments and discrepancies. Ensures compliance with established internal control procedures.

+ Assists in maintaining inventory accuracy. Complete follow up to all previous inventory adjustments. Completes and reviews cycle counts. Reconcile daily unexpected back orders and participate in annual physical inventories.

+ Receives products from vendors and manufacturing to check for quality. Communicates potential quality issues to Purchasing, QA and Accounting teams.

+ Maintains quality control and inventory control manuals.

+ Partners with Accounting accordingly on findings and adjustments, reconciliations

+ Compile daily adjustments at month end for review by the accounting department

+ Notify management of significant differences in inventory prior to changes

+ Work with other departments to help achieve corporate goals & promote company policy Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

+ Being physically present at the worksite

Ability to read & interpret documents.

+ Ability & skill to relate effectively to work associates.

+ Proven track record obtaining results

+ Ability to work overtime when needed

+ Forklift and Equipment Operator Experience

+ Familiarity with RF Scanner functionality

+ Ability to multi-task

+ Good time management skills

+ Good organizational skills

+ Problem solving skills

+ Analytical thinker and attention to detailEducation/Training/Experience

+ High School Diploma or equivalent

+ 3-5 years relevant Inventory Experience\#zip

EEO Employer – Veterans and IWD are strongly encouraged to apply

Labelmaster is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and we are committed to the concept and practice of equal opportunity and affirmative action in all aspects of employment. It is our intent to comply with our duty to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified employees and applicants as required by law. All requests for accommodations should be made in writing to Jay Hollins by emailing jhollins@labelmaster.com.