What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sparks - Distribution - Inventory Cycle Counter Level 1 position at Hoffmaster?
Hoffmaster is an industry leader producing the most complete line of specialty disposable tabletop products for over 75 years. Hoffmaster competes in three distinct business segments – Foodservice, Consumer, and E-Commerce. Our products can be found in thousands of retailers, restaurants, hotels, and more. As a customer centric company, we strive to deliver innovative solutions to both our customers and the ultimate end users of our products. This Innovation is a key part of what we do here at Hoffmaster, and we continue to drive the industry forward by investing in our employees and state-of-the-art technology.
Primary Purpose Of The Role
The Inventory Cycle Counter ensures Hoffmaster’s raw materials are counted accurately and inventory numbers are precise. Accurate inventory is vital to our operations, and this position is a critical component of our inventory team. In addition to counting raw materials, this position may also be required to move inventory with a clamp truck or forklift and will assist our shipping department in finished goods inventory as needed.
Essential Job Duties
Required Skills/Abilities
Preferred Description
Min/Preferred Education Level Description
Minimum Years of Experience: 1
Inventory management in manufacturing
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: None
WORKING CONDITIONS
Primary Working Conditions
Manufacturing Environment: Exposure to machinery, powered industrial vehicles, variable temperature
Physical Requirements
Standard Shift Length Ability to Lift/Push/Pull Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Other Physical Requirements 8 hours depending on workload Up to 50 lbs. PPE is required, which includes safety shoes, eye protection and hearing protection Significant walking and standing; Incidental Climbing.
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At Hoffmaster, we believe every person deserves to feel successful. That’s why we provide a total rewards package designed to support our employee’s success –at work, at home, and in life. This includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability insurances, Physical and mental wellness programs, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid vacation and holidays, Employee Assistance Program, and more!
The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Reasonable Accommodations Statement: To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
Primary Purpose Of The Role
The Inventory Cycle Counter ensures Hoffmaster’s raw materials are counted accurately and inventory numbers are precise. Accurate inventory is vital to our operations, and this position is a critical component of our inventory team. In addition to counting raw materials, this position may also be required to move inventory with a clamp truck or forklift and will assist our shipping department in finished goods inventory as needed.
Essential Job Duties
- Scan inventory: Accurately track items and ensure they sit in correct bins.
- Investigate variances: Identify structural root causes of inventory discrepancies and data inaccuracies.
- Correct MUV: Audit and correct Material Usage Variance to align system data with physical stock.
- Reduce waste: Monitor material consumption patterns to detect and minimize manufacturing waste.
- Drive modernization: Utilize technology and fresh ideas to improve our current processes.
- Learn plant operations: Develop a strong working knowledge of all plant manufacturing steps.
- Record movements: Ensure all physical material movements update accurately in the database.
- Collaborate daily: Work closely with Receiving and Shipping Teams, assisting them when needed.
- Operate safely: Run clamp trucks and forklifts securely in a busy manufacturing environment.
Required Skills/Abilities
- Knowledge of inventory bin systems / best practices for inventory management
- Knowledge of material management procedures
- Knowledge of forklift or clamp truck operations; Paterson certification required
- Skill in oral and written communication; bilingual in Spanish preferred
- Skill in problem solving, critical thinking, and decision making
- Skill in building and maintaining internal and external relationships
- Ability to flexible, self-directed, and motivated to improve processes
- Ability to be patient and adaptable to unforeseen changes
- Ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment
- Ability to demonstrate professionalism and a team-driven attitude
Preferred Description
Min/Preferred Education Level Description
- Minimum High School or GED Preferred Vocational / Technical Forklift or Clamp Truck Operation in a warehouse or manufacturing setting.
Minimum Years of Experience: 1
Inventory management in manufacturing
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: None
WORKING CONDITIONS
Primary Working Conditions
Manufacturing Environment: Exposure to machinery, powered industrial vehicles, variable temperature
Physical Requirements
Standard Shift Length Ability to Lift/Push/Pull Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Other Physical Requirements 8 hours depending on workload Up to 50 lbs. PPE is required, which includes safety shoes, eye protection and hearing protection Significant walking and standing; Incidental Climbing.
#Sparks625
Learn more about Hoffmaster's multiple locations!
Let’s connect!
At Hoffmaster, we believe every person deserves to feel successful. That’s why we provide a total rewards package designed to support our employee’s success –at work, at home, and in life. This includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability insurances, Physical and mental wellness programs, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid vacation and holidays, Employee Assistance Program, and more!
The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Reasonable Accommodations Statement: To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.