What are the responsibilities and job description for the Temporary Inventory Clerk position at Ocean Aero, Inc.?
About Ocean Aero:
Ocean Aero is an award-winning US company that has created the world’s first and only environmentally powered Autonomous Underwater and Surface Vehicle (AUSV). Ocean Aero’s autonomous marine robot, the Triton, operates exclusively on wind and solar energy and performs long endurance missions on the ocean surface with the ability to dive subsurface for underwater operations. The Triton uses a complex array of custom-built sensors, marinized electronics, and software systems to operate, sense and communicate in the maritime environment.
Ocean Aero has a collaborative culture with plenty of opportunities for growth and ownership, and comprehensive benefits.
Role Description:
The Temporary Inventory Clerk will be responsible for maintaining accurate inventory records and supporting the receipt, storage, movement, issuance, and tracking of materials, parts, supplies, and company assets. The Inventory Clerk will follow established inventory-control procedures for incoming and outgoing materials, maintain accurate inventory information within the company’s inventory management and ERP systems, and assist with identifying and resolving inventory discrepancies. The Inventory Clerk will utilize inventory management software to maintain and track assets. This position works closely with Operations, Supply Chain, Production, Engineering, and other departments to ensure materials are properly received, identified, stored, tracked, and available when needed.
Ocean Aero has a collaborative culture with plenty of opportunities for growth and ownership. As an early member of the team, you will take ownership of the product and your actions will directly contribute to the success of the company. This role will report to the Director of Operations.
Role Responsibilities:
- Receive incoming materials, parts, supplies, and equipment and verify quantities against purchase orders, packing slips, and other receiving documentation
- Collaborate with other departments and stakeholders to identify and maintain resources needed to establish and provide an effective supply chain
- Maintain detailed inventories of materials and supplies located in the company, at sites, and in the factory
- Label, organize, stock, and store materials in assigned inventory locations
- Understand and utilize supply chain, purchasing, and billing workflows
- Monitor established minimum and maximum inventory levels and communicate replenishment needs to the appropriate Supply Chain or Purchasing personnel
- Analyze current inventories and procedures; suggest improvements to increase efficiency of supply chain
- Utilize policies to increase efficiency throughout the supply chain while ensuring quality and safety; help identify subsequent changes to processes
- Identify optimal shipment and transportation routes with attention to consolidation of warehousing and distribution
- Assess the need for material-handling equipment and staffing; make recommendations to ensure efficient loading, unloading, movement, and storage of materials
- Collaborate with the product development team, providing information and guidance on availability and cost of supplies and materials
- Monitor the performance of suppliers, assessing their ability to meet quality and delivery requirements; identify and qualify new suppliers in collaboration with other department
- Perform other inventory, warehouse, shipping, receiving, and material-handling duties as assigned
Role Requirements:
- 2 years’ experience in Inventory, warehousing, shipping and receiving, material handling, kitting, and/or related supply chain activities
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to inventory accuracy
- Excellent verbal, written, organizational, and cross-department communication skills
- High level of attention to detail and safety awareness
- Experience with QuickBooks online (QBO)
- Understanding of how ERP systems operate
- Proficient with Microsoft Office tools
- Ability to read and understand purchase orders, packing slips, part numbers, inventory records, and related documentation
- Ability to identify inventory discrepancies and assist with determining their cause
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, carry, push, and pull materials and equipment as required
- Ability to operate pallet jacks and forklifts
- Ability to travel as required for inventory activities at company or project locations
- US Citizenship required.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance and US Passport
- Possess a valid Transportation Worker Identity Credential (TWIC) or successfully pass the requirements to obtain one
- Ability to pass drug screen, background check, and motor vehicle screening
Role Preferences:
- Associate's degree, bachelor's degree, or relevant inventory, logistics, warehouse, or supply-chain certification
- Experience maintaining serialized or lot-controlled inventory
- Forklift or other material-handling equipment experience
Work Location: In person