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Hearthside Foods

Hearthside Foods is hiring: Inventory Specialist 3rd Shift in Mc Comb

Hearthside Foods, Mc Comb, OH, United States, 45858


Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Downers Grove, IL we are a world-class contract manufacturer producing wholesome baked goods, snacks and packaged foods for many of the world's leading food companies. As one of the largest and fastest growing food co-manufacturing companies in the US, we are the proud owner and operator of over 35 facilities globally. Our nearly 10,000 employee-strong organization is leading the way and setting new standards for quality, safety, flexibility and efficiency while feeding families around the globe.

Hearthside's exceptional growth stems from its ability to address real-world problems for customers of all shapes and sizes, and by our resolute commitment to our belief that there are no great companies without great culture. Our culture of personal empowerment enables growth, learning, and continuous improvement every day!

We are steadfast in our ambition to be the indispensable and most trusted partner to our customers and need your help to do it! Join Hearthside and enjoy a competitive package, outstanding benefits and a diverse work environment.

Job Summary:

Responsible for coordinating weekly cycle counts as well as coordination of month end activities. Identify root causes of inventory discrepancies and work cross functionally to resolve. Proactively work to prevent unnecessary aging of materials to prevent loss. Lead by example, train material handlers on cycle counting effectively and educate on the importance of inventory accuracy. Conduct regular cycle counts and update perpetual inventory. Reconcile production orders for accurate Finished good production and material consumption.

Job Duties:

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

* Point person for day to day inventory issues

* Manages cycle counts for geographic counting(A-Z): generates cycle count list, may involve daily cycle counting, and cycle count corrections

* Root cause analysis of inventory discrepancies, look for solutions to recurring problems

* Track and maintain inventory accuracy for cycle count and HTL(High Traffic Location) accuracy at your site. Log in formation in to Share Point.

* Report out weekly cycle count and HTL(High Traffic Location) accuracies for your site.

* Account for all production usages for each production run, check for variances/errors during reconciliation.

* Respond to count requests from various departments promptly depending on priority

* Ensure accuracy of cycle count transactions

* Execute dispositions after material(s) have been physically removed from warehouse, removing material from SAP. May have to produce AoD(Affidavit of Destruction)

* Monitor all blocked quants and resolve in a timely manner.

* Monitor HTL(High Traffic Location) areas and send out daily emails to departments that need to follow up on pallets sitting longer than 24 hours.

* Attend drumbeats to discuss any Inventory Control issues that are being caused by other departments not following correct processes.

* Investigate and resolve any negative quantiles showing in all systems.

* Conduct 3PL warehouse reconciliation on a weekly basis

* CHEP/PECO weekly/monthly reconciliation

* KANBAN, TANK and MISC reconciliation

* May include additional duties assigned by Manager

Required Competencies & Knowledge:

Knowledge of:

* Hearthside Food Solutions products, production and inventory processes.

* Material handling, Receiving warehouse and flow of materials

Skilled in:

* Organization and time management

* Data analysis and problem solving using defined methodologies

* Decision making

* Forklift operation (ideal)

Ability to:

* Lead by example, promote team work

* Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

* Ensure collaborative relationships with Hearthside staff

* Work effectively with all levels of the organization

* Issue and receive instructions using guidelines

* Utilize 'best in class' behaviors with focus on safety, quality, and policy focus

* Multi-task and respond to non-routine requests

* Operate fork lifts, pallet jacks, scissor lift and shuttle truck

* Work in a detailed oriented fashion

Proficiency in: MS Office Suite, and Excel (SAP a plus)

Work Environment:

* Work is primarily done in an office and warehouse setting.

* Frequent production environment exposure which includes noise, dust, moving machinery, fork lifts, and fluctuations in temperature.

Physical Requirements:

* Sitting at a work station for extended periods of time

* Stand, walk, climb stairs on a frequent basis

* Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds on an infrequent basis

* Climb on and off a forklift frequently

Minimum Qualifications:

* High School Diploma or equivalent

* 2 years' experience in inventory control

* Demonstrated math skills

* Demonstrated computer skills; MS office and email, SharePoint a plus

* Experience with ERP or WMS programs, SAP a plus

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Hearthside is an Equal Opportunity Employer.