L.B. Foster Company, established in 1902, is a leading manufacturer, fabricator, and distributor of products for the transportation, construction, utility, and energy markets with location in North America and Europe. We have been recognized for achievement in manufacturing excellence, financial growth, and our impressive safety record. The corporation owns divisions and subsidiaries that supply products to industries requiring rail and rail accessories; sheet, pipe and H piling; bridge decking and highway products; precast concrete buildings; and threaded and coated pipe. L.B. Foster markets its products worldwide.

At L.B. Foster, our culture reflects our passion for integrity, accountability and safety. This culture is built on the quality of our workforce and a positive attitude toward continuous improvement, working in a safe environment and customer service.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Inventory Control Specialist I is responsible for receiving and shipping, issuing orders, and pulling parts for kitting carts for building production, cycle counting, organization and labeling of warehouse area. Works closely with Accounts Payable for order/invoice matching.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Manage ERP system as it relates to receiving against purchase orders and inventory control
2. Generates outbound shipments with UPS and FedEx
3. Full understanding of material requirements, supplier delivery schedules, and assists with identifying potential part shortages to meet production expectations.
4. Assemble kitting for production floor
5. Evaluate inventory of purchased material and for driving inventory reduction initiatives, process improvement and other inventory management tools
6. Interacts with customer for all pick-up orders by contractors and ensures paperwork is signed and product picked up matches order
7. Coordinates with Yardman to load product for customer
8. Maintain 5S standard in work environment
9. All other duties assigned

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, & LICENSE REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 1 year of related experience or working in production

SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Experience working with Microsoft Excel and Word
• Previous experience in a customer service role and working with a diverse team
• Ability to exert up to 80 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects

COMPETENCIES:

• Teamwork
• Communication
• Customer Focus
• Integrity & Trust
• Adaptability
• Accountability
• Continuous improvement

THE BENEFITS:

• Medical, dental, vision benefits the first day of the month after hire date
• Market-leading 401(k) program with company match
• 5 paid sick days per year
• 100% tuition reimbursement
• Paid Parental Leave
• Career development and advancement opportunities