Inventory/receiving

Summary:

The Inventory/receiving associate is responsible for inspecting, verifying, and accepting a shipment into inventory within a warehouse or operation. In a transparent supply chain, every link has access to relevant information on the origins and status of products, including when inventory will arrive.

Job Roles and Responsibilities:

Responsibilities for Receiving

• Accepts and signs for deliveries from distributor.
• Assists in unloading shipments from delivery truck.
• Uses dollies, forklifts, and other moving equipment to transport shipments from loading dock and around stockroom.
• Opens boxes and inspects contents of shipments.
• Responsible for receiving all purchased materials. This includes assuring an accurate physical count of all incoming purchased materials.
• Received each part into Epicor. (The part is now in inventory)
• Physically puts these parts into the correct bin in the parts store.
• Processes returns for any defective or incorrect items.
• Checks shipping invoice to ensure all items are accounted for.
• Contacts seller or distributor to resolve shipment discrepancies.
• Stores, restocks, and shelves delivery items as necessary.
• Ensures that stockroom is clean and organized.
• Processes transfers for shipments moving on to another location.
• Maintains records of all received shipments.
• Conducts inventory of products, and logs data into inventory database.
• Contacts distributor to inquire about shipment delays or problems.
• Reports any major or unresolved shipment delays or problems to manager.
• Maintains accurate daily records of goods received and post details in EPICOR ERP system.
• Manages and maintains inventory system; facilitates upgrades to related database and/or software under the direction of the purchasing or inventory control manager.
• Conducts frequent spot and partial audits of physical inventory.
• Maintains the integrity of the inventory cycle counts and quarterly physical counts

Responsibilities for Kitting

• Prints the pick list from Epicor and will pull the material from this list needed for the appropriate job.
• Parts are labeled with the appropriate job #s. and are placed in WIP area in the store.
• Issue each part from the from Epicor pick list to the correct Job #. (Pulling from inventory and placing to WIP)
• Distributes the correct parts to the MH for each Job.
• Issuing hardware and sub assembly details to assembly work orders using EPICOR.
• Closing of detail work orders in the EPICOR computer system into the proper inventory warehouse and location.
• Locate and stage product for job.
• Record the transaction in the ERP system.
• Maintain accurate counts in ERP system
• Record missing parts and communicate needs to manager
• Performs other related duties as requested.
• Responsible for pulling parts needed for intercompany transfers by utilizing the sales order and purchase order process.
• Maintains the proper inventory levels and assures accuracy of hardware at the assembly bench.

Position Requirements:

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 2-5 years experience in warehouse shipping/receiving.
• Warehouse experience in picking and packing orders.
• License and certification to operate heavy machinery is strongly preferred.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent communication skills with warehouse workers, purchasing department, and outside vendors.
• Basic understanding of inventory control procedures.
• Proficient keyboarding skills.
• Pays close attention to detail.
• Extremely organized and able to work with minimum supervision.
• Ability to develop professional relationships with outside vendors.
• Ability to perform basic math calculations.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with computerized inventory systems required.
• Forklift operator certification preferred.
• Demonstrates awareness of proper warehouse and factory safety procedures.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $18.00-$22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 44 per week

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Commute:

• Kingston, ON K7P 2T3 (required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Kingston, ON K7P 2T3: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person