What are the responsibilities and job description for the Inventory Associate- Hybrid Schedule position at Central Garden & Pet?
Description
Title: Inventory Associate-Hybrid Schedule
Reports To: Sr. Supply Chain Manager
Work Schedule: Mon-Fri 11:00am-730pm; OT will be required during peak season.
The Inventory Associate is responsible for maintaining accurate inventory records in a manufacturing environment. This role involves tracking and organizing inventory, conducting regular audits, and ensuring that materials, parts, and products are accurately recorded and stored. The Inventory Associate plays a critical role in supporting the manufacturing process by ensuring that necessary items are available and accounted for, contributing to efficient production operations.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Assist with the receiving of shipments, verifying that the correct items and quantities have been delivered. Properly label and store materials in designated areas, following organizational procedures.
- Use Production Plan spreadsheet and workorders to pull material shells for production.
- Prepare and distribute materials, parts, or products to production lines as needed, ensuring that the correct items are delivered in a timely manner to support manufacturing schedules.
- Conduct regular cycle counts and inventory audits to ensure accuracy and identify discrepancies.
- Work closely with production and shipping departments to coordinate inventory needs and ensure smooth operations.
- Support other production and warehouse functions as needed.
- Other duties as requested, including general housekeeping of plant/warehouse.
Required Skills:
- Prior inventory experience required.
- Proficient in basic math, counting and basic math equations.
- Strong verbal, non-verbal and written communication skills; interaction with a variety of skill and experience levels within the organization.
- Comfortable looking up information in various databases (training provided). Ability to use Microsoft Office tools (Word, Outlook, Excel).
- Ability to complete tasks accurately as assigned with a sense of urgency.
- Prior forklift operator experience preferred; Must be willing to be trained and certified to operate a forklift
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to bend, twist, stoop, stand and walk for at least 3 hours continually, over an 8-hour shift, with 2–15-minute breaks.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
Education & Experience:
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High school diploma or equivalent
- Prior work in a plant or manufacturing setting
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus but not required.
