Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana is the state's largest hunger relief organization and one of the leading food banks in the Feeding America Network. In additional to vital hunger relief programs in our 21-county service area, we also operate Fresh Connect Central, a regional produce cooperative for Feeding America, serve as a contract reclamation site for Kroger Central Division, and are a staging site for FEMA disaster response.
Position Purpose of Inventory Control Specialist II:The Inventory Control Specialist is an integral part of our Distribution Center Team supporting activity throughout our 300,000 square foot Distribution Center. The Inventory Control Specialist will be responsible for maintaining inventory system accuracy throughout the distribution process, recording and analyzing inventory data, working with all operations departments to validate inventory though out the distribution process and to improve and create processes that will improve inventory accuracy All responsibilities and duties will further Gleaners' mission to be a leader in the fight against hunger.
Medical, Dental & Other Supplemental Insurance:
14 paid holidays 3 Paid Sick Leave Day, Federal Holidays, 2 Volunteer Days & BirthdayLearning & Development OpportunitiesCompany paid vision, long-term disability, $50,000 life AD&DPaid Life and Long-Term Disability InsuranceMaternal, parental & caregiver leaveOn-site GymWellness programs403(b) Plan with up to 4% matchMonthly attendance bonusEarn up to 10% incentive payApparel allowance
Essential Functions of Inventory Control Specialist II:Inventory functions:Investigate inventory issues and enter warehouse activity into our inventory systemWork with Operations Manager to resolve issues in a timely manner Complete daily Warehouse Activity Plan (WAP) and print/distribute picksCreate and distribute pallet tags as required by warehouse staffRun jet reports to review inventory and investigate/address discrepanciesMonitor inventory levels to ensure inventory accuracy is maintainedRead and respond to all emails involving inventory control and inventory processes, address and resolve issues in a timely mannerReview picking issues/errors presented by staff and provide details to Operations ManagerExecute agency return orders for all product returned, crediting agencies and pantries for returned product and returning it to the appropriate staging areas in the warehouse for future ordersOperations Support:- Provide assistance to Supply Chain Coordinator to ensure inventory is entered accurately and timely into data platform
- Ensure compliance and adherence to all food safety guidelines according to GFB, Feeding America, AIB, USDA, ISDH and any other applicable processes or regulations for safe and sanitary production and storage of all products
- Visually inspect and restack products on pallets in accordance with food safety specifications
- Demonstrate understanding of warehouse operations including product receipt, put-away, replenishment, order-fulfillment and shipment
Cycle Counting and annual audit:Conduct and oversee a formalized inventory cycle count program to ensure accuracy and integrityConduct cycle counts of pallets for all departmentsRestack pallets to ensure accuracy when countingGuide/train associates to assist with cycle counting as neededDoublecheck counts with large variances to ensure accuracy of data entryAdjusts upcoming agency orders as needed pending cycle count adjustmentsReview and update year end audit processesWork with Accounting Manager to ensure annual audit processes are establishedEnsure warehouse is in audit-ready state prior to annual auditOther duties as assignedEducation and/or Experience of Inventory Control Specialist II:High School Diploma requiredKnowledge and experience with RF hardwareExperience in inventory preferredAssociates or Bachelors desired or relevant experience Other Relevant Skills and Abilities of the Inventory Control Specialist II:Strong computer skills including Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, Microsoft Dynamics Navision experience preferredAbility to perform basic math functions, to count accurately and maintain accurate recordsCommitment to a service-oriented organization where team building and collaboration are paramountBe accountable and meet deadlines on a consistent basisStrong data analytical/problem solving skillsStrong decision-making skillsSuperior verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact and build relationships within all levels of the organizationAbility to execute instructions with exacting (100% compliance) attention to detailAbility to operate a forklift and pallet jackWork Environment & Physical Demands of Inventory Control Specialist II Ability to stand for long periods of time; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and armsAbility to lift and/or and move 50 lbs. regularlyAbility to speak clearlyAbility to operate machine, mechanical, and electrical equipmentSpecific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focusAbility to stand for long periods of time; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and armsAbility to lift and/or and move 50 lbs. regularlyAbility to speak clearlyAbility to operate machine, mechanical, and electrical equipmentSpecific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus See full description on the attached job description Gleaners Food Bank is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and provides equal opportunities for employment and advancement for all individuals, without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, family/parental status, pregnancy, leave status, genetic information, veteran status, creed, citizenship status, income derived from a public assistance program, political beliefs, reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity, or any other status or category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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