Cycle Counter/Warehouse Specialist

The Cycle Counter/Warehouse Specialist will be responsible for timely and accurate reconciliation of on-hand inventory and work in production. This position also requires inter-departmental coordination and communication.  

Role and Responsibilities 

• Perform materials rotation according to FIFO (first in/first out) principles 

• Generate count sheets in ERP (ROSS) via cycle count reports 

• Assist in counts assigned from finance/demand daily list 

• Perform physical counts of raw material, work in production, packaging products and finish goods 

• Assist in reconciling ROSS inventory  

• Communicate and update all relevant parties of any issues or changes to inventory 

• Stage materials for production as needed 

• Notify manager of any unforeseen shortages 

• Performs daily checks of area for non-compliance and reports them to the manager  

• Always ensure clean and tidy work area 

• Support all activities to reduce downtime 

• Maintain appropriate records, lot tracking and item quantities issued 

• Obtain appropriate job reports to maintain materials needed for production 

• Manage weekly rework reporting and rotation 

• Take instructions from supervisors 

• Backfill for site Material Handler as needed 

• Any other tasks deemed reasonable and requested by management 

• Follows the company’s Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s) and HCAPP. 

Qualifications and Education Requirements 

• High School diploma or GED 

• 2 years of manufacturing experience preferably in the food industry  

• Ability to operate a pallet jack and forklift 

• Experience with warehouse, inventory control and reconciliation 

• Counting skills are a must 

• Excellent attention to detail 

• Computer skills 

• Experience working in temperature-controlled settings 

• Experience with perishable items 

• Excellent interpersonal skills needed for working in a team environment  

• Goal oriented & well organized 

Preferred Skills 

The Cycle Counter/Warehouse Specialist will be responsible for timely and accurate reconciliation of on-hand inventory and work in production. This position also requires inter-departmental coordination and communication.  

Role and Responsibilities 

• Perform materials rotation according to FIFO (first in/first out) principles 

• Generate count sheets in ERP (ROSS) via cycle count reports 

• Assist in counts assigned from finance/demand daily list 

• Perform physical counts of raw material, work in production, packaging products and finish goods 

• Assist in reconciling ROSS inventory  

• Communicate and update all relevant parties of any issues or changes to inventory 

• Stage materials for production as needed 

• Notify manager of any unforeseen shortages 

• Performs daily checks of area for non-compliance and reports them to the manager  

• Always ensure clean and tidy work area 

• Support all activities to reduce downtime 

• Maintain appropriate records, lot tracking and item quantities issued 

• Obtain appropriate job reports to maintain materials needed for production 

• Manage weekly rework reporting and rotation 

• Take instructions from supervisors 

• Backfill for site Material Handler as needed 

• Any other tasks deemed reasonable and requested by management 

• Follows the company’s Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s) and HCAPP. 

Qualifications and Education Requirements 

• High School diploma or GED 

• 2 years of manufacturing experience preferably in the food industry  

• Ability to operate a pallet jack and forklift 

• Experience with warehouse, inventory control and reconciliation 

• Counting skills are a must 

• Excellent attention to detail 

• Computer skills 

• Experience working in temperature-controlled settings 

• Experience with perishable items 

• Excellent interpersonal skills needed for working in a team environment  

• Goal oriented & well organized 

Preferred Skills 

• Able to interact and communicate with the supervisors and team members 

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. 

• Passion for food and high quality 

• Effective verbal and written communication skills 

• Time management 

• Problem solving 

• Planning and organizing 

CORE VALUES 

Kettle Cuisine takes the utmost pride in its people, products, and reputation. Each employee is expected to understand and live our Core Values every day. 

• Honor Food – We create and produce the best tasting, safest, all natural recipes that strive for perfection in every batch, from bench to kettle 

• Honor Each Other – We seek to develop trusting, respectful and mutually rewarding relationships with all our team members and business partners 

• Honor Development – We recognize and nurture each other’s talents, strengths, and interests to further strengthen and grow our team   

• Honor Innovation – We continually strive for creative and sustainable ways to achieve excellence  

 

Additional Notes 

• Employee works in a manufacturing setting with frequent exposure to heat/cold, dust, noise or other factors that may require protective equipment and still pose a hazard