POSITION SUMMARY

Supervisor of inventory control has the primary responsibility for overseeing the execution and completion of inventory control activities, including the receipt, movement, storage and dispositioning of company inventory and non-inventory materials, instruments and supplies, performing and maintaining cycle counting activities, and supporting manufacturing and R&D departments with inventory and warehousing requirements.

Also ensures the proper training and guidance for all members and tasks are performed in compliance with SOP’s and procedures.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Overseeing the processing and fulfilling of internal material requests.
• Oversees the replenishment of laboratory supplies and floor stock inventory levels; Submits order request and replenishes as necessary.
• Oversee the constant flow of inventory and supplies in and out of the company’s warehouse facilities and ensure all required transactions occur according to documented procedures.
• Interacts with purchasing, planning, and manufacturing groups to ensure appropriate inventory levels are met and appropriate space requirements are available.
• Monitors incoming material processing, delivery, and put-away activities and ensures accuracy and timely completion.
• Oversees the execution of cycle counting activities within the assigned areas, Investigates material discrepancies, develops and presents reconciliation solutions.
• Operates and maintains material handling equipment (e.g., forklift, pallet jack, hand trucks, etc.) to fulfill inventory requests from manufacturing and quality control.

Ensures the proper training on the equipment is performed and use of that equipment adheres to all safety guidelines.

• Overseeing the issuing and transacting inventory to work orders, projects, and sales orders using ERP system.
• Contributes to the hiring and training of new employees within the team.
• Ensures inventory activities are performed according to documented standard operating procedures.
• Specific duties may vary depending upon departmental requirements

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma required
• Associate’s level degree or equivalent experience preferred
• Minimum 5 years of experience with performing Inventory control and warehousing activities in a manufacturing and / or Life Science environment.
• Valid driver’s license and company insurable driving record required

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Demonstrated proficiency in the use of material handling equipment, including, but not limited to forklifts, pallet jacks and hand trucks
• Proficient with performing inventory transactions in ERP systems and MRP systems preferred
• Ability to operate / execute basic computer skills with a working knowledge of MS Office Suite
• The quantitative background to advance this knowledge on the job is expected
• Able to read and comprehend and inventory data and reports
• Demonstrated aptitude for learning and adhering to standard inventory / material handling techniques and safety precautions as presented
• Effective oral, written communication and interpersonal skills
• Effectively communicate issues / problems and results that impact timelines, accuracy and reliability of inventory / shipping data
• Ability to multi-task and work productively in a demanding manufacturing environment with changing priorities
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to oversee guide and train employees. Displays a sense of leadership.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the individual is frequently required to sit and stand for long periods. The individual is occasionally required to walk;

use hands and fingers to operate, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms. This position requires moving / lifting up to 50 pounds.

• This position is performed in a warehouse and manufacturing lab environments
• Certain tasks will require work to be performed in walk in cold rooms and freezers

Last updated : 2024-05-21