Inventory Clerk

Position Summary

The Inventory Clerk is responsible for maintaining accurate inventory records and supporting the efficient movement, organization, and control of materials and finished goods throughout the facility. This role performs inventory transactions, cycle counts, material verification, and inventory reconciliation while working closely with Production, Shipping & Receiving, Purchasing, and other departments to ensure inventory accuracy and availability.

Key Responsibilities

• Inventory Management

• • Maintain accurate inventory records for raw materials, work-in-process, finished goods, and other company inventory.
  • Perform inventory transactions accurately and timely within the company’s ERP or inventory management system.
  • Conduct routine cycle counts and assist with scheduled physical inventories.
  • Investigate inventory discrepancies and communicate findings to appropriate personnel.
  • Verify inventory quantities, part numbers, and locations.
  • Maintain proper FIFO practices where applicable.
  • Monitor inventory locations to ensure materials are properly organized and identifiable.

• Material Handling & Organization

• • Assist with the movement and organization of materials throughout the facility.
  • Ensure materials and finished goods are placed in the correct designated locations.
  • Verify labels, quantities, and identification of materials during inventory movements.
  • Operate a forklift and other material handling equipment.
  • Maintain clean, orderly, and accessible inventory areas.
  • Identify damaged, obsolete, or unidentified materials and communicate concerns to management.

• Inventory Accuracy & Documentation

• • Compare physical inventory to system records and research discrepancies.
  • Review inventory documentation for completeness and accuracy.
  • Assist with adjustments to inventory records as authorized.
  • Maintain accurate records of inventory movements, counts, and adjustments.
  • Support efforts to improve inventory accuracy and reduce discrepancies.

Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 1 year of prior manufacturing, warehouse, inventory, or factory experience required.
• Experience with inventory control or ERP systems required.
• Forklift experience required.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Basic computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to accurately count, record, and reconcile inventory.
• Ability to work independently while also supporting a team environment.

Personal Attributes

• Integrity and accountability in all work.
• Safety-focused and detail-oriented.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Reliable and dependable with a strong work ethic.
• Ability to maintain accuracy while working in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Adaptable to changing priorities and business needs.

Physical Demands

This position requires light to moderate physical effort, including lifting up to 50 pounds. Regularly requires standing, sitting, reaching, bending, walking, and moving about the facility. Forklift operation and other material handling activities required. Eye, ear, and footwear protection are required in designated areas.