What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cycle Counter position at Stoughton?
Stoughton Trailers is a trusted, industry‑leading trailer manufacturer with strong Wisconsin roots and a commitment to accuracy, efficiency, and operational excellence. Reliable inventory data is critical to keeping production moving and ensuring materials are available when and where they’re needed.
Position Details:
🕒 Schedule: Monday-Thursday from 4:30 PM-3:00 AM
💼 Shift: 2nd
⏱️ Overtime: Required as business needs
What You’ll Do -
You will support accurate inventory management by executing cycle counts, investigating discrepancies, and ensuring inventory systems reflect actual material on hand.
Key Responsibilities:
Inventory Accuracy & Cycle Counts:
- Generate daily cycle count lists and ensure counts are completed and documented accurately
- Verify counts completed by others and correct inventory records as needed
- Research, identify root causes, and correct discrepancies between system records and physical inventory
- Maintain accurate inventory documentation to support production and financial accuracy
Systems, Documentation & Equipment Use:
- Use computer systems and ERP software to access inventory data and process paperwork in a timely manner
- Operate equipment and tools necessary for inventory and material handling, including but not limited to:
- Forklifts and hand jacks
- Cranes and loading docks
- Scales and data collection equipment
- Tape measures, calculators, radios, and copy machines
- Accurately document inventory adjustments and material movement
Safety & Operational Support:
- Perform daily equipment inspections, including checking fluid levels and completing required checklists
- Ensure the safety of employees working near moving vehicles and material handling equipment
- Perform all tasks in a safe, efficient, timely, accurate, and productive manner according to company policy
Teamwork & Attendance:
- Work and communicate effectively in a team environment
- Maintain regular, consistent attendance and work scheduled hours
- Support mandatory overtime as required
- Follow all company policies and procedures
- Perform other duties as assigned to support inventory and production operations
What You Bring -
Experience & Qualifications:
- Previous experience performing cycle counts and working with an ERP system is highly preferred
- 1–3 years of inventory control or material handling experience
- Strong attention to detail and ability to reconcile discrepancies
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a manufacturing environment
Why This Role Matters -
Inventory Control and Cycle Count Specialists are essential to maintaining material accuracy, production efficiency, and cost control. Your work helps ensure production teams have the right materials at the right time while protecting the integrity of inventory records. For individuals who value accuracy, problem‑solving, and teamwork, this role offers meaningful contribution and long‑term opportunity at Stoughton Trailers.