Inventory Control Specialist

955 North Haverhill Rd El Dorado Kansas 67042-4806

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1st Shift (5:00 am - 3:30 pm; M-T)

Starting Wage $21.82/hr

This position ensures the accuracy of work-in-process and raw material inventory records using cycle counting and transaction auditing tools, within the framework of the cycle counting standard work process. It is expected that this position demonstrates the core values of the Valmont Way and shows respect toward others. The ideal candidate will be a team player with excellent organizational skills and a strong commitment to continuous improvement.

Essential Functions

• Reconcile actual counts with specific work in process and raw material locations and inventory balances
• Review inventory data for accuracy and compliance with procedures
• Report results of audits and conditions causing errors and omissions in inventory transactions to appropriate management
• Identify parts and/or specific locations of material to be audited and analyzed
• Report incorrect or inadequate part identification found during audit process to the department lead or supervisor
• Report damage or unusable inventory found during audit process to appropriate personnel
• Assure that inventory transactions are processed appropriately
• Perform follow-up and approval for work in process (WIP) audit adjustments
• Analyze, document, investigate and report inventory discrepancies to identify reasons for variance
• Inform and train operating personnel regarding inventory control methods and procedures as directed
• Provide recommendations for innovations and improvements to all inventory processes, procedures and controls
  
  

Required Qualifications of Every Candidate (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)

• 1 year of relevant work experience
• The ability to carry, lift or move up to 50 lbs. although the most frequent weight manipulated is under 20 lbs
• Full proficiency in the use of a calculator, weigh counting scale and imperial tape measure
• A working knowledge of e-mail
• The ability to work in various climates including outdoors during inclement conditions
• The ability to pass forklift certification requirements within 90 days
• Excellent communication, organizational and prioritization skills
• Exposure to a Lean manufacturing environment and the ability to work on a Lean Team
• Basic skills in Microsoft Excel and Word
  
  

Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications

• The ability to work as a team member with production, planning and accounting groups reporting variances and identifying causes for variances
• The ability to effectively interface with supervisors, set up and lead personnel, shop floor employees, production control, accounting and purchasing personnel
• The ability to function independently
• Analytical mindset with an ability and desire to solve problems.
• Trained and experience in advanced Microsoft Excel applications, including the use of fomulas and macros.
• Ability to solve basic math problems without a calculator.
• Highly organized with a demonstrated ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects at the same time.
• Ability to thrive in a high demand, high stress environment.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently and accomplish objectives with little oversight.
  
  

Benefits

Valmont offers employees and their families a comprehensive Total Wellbeing benefit package to ensure their individual and family’s overall wellness needs are met. Some offerings are dependent upon the role, work schedule, or location and can include the following:

• Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)
• 401k retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off
• Employer paid life insurance
• Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave
• Work Life Support
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
• Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and more
  
  

Valmont does not discriminate against any employee or applicant in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

If you have a disability and require any assistance in filling out the application for employment email EEOCompliance@Valmont.com.