Inventory Specialist

Founded by the Channell family in 1922, Channell is a global designer, manufacturer, and seller of outside plant infrastructure equipment. The markets served by Channell are Telecommunications, Municipalities, Internet Service Providers, Wireless, Water, Power, and CATV, among others.  Major product lines include a complete line of thermoplastic and metal fabricated enclosures, fiber optic cable connection and management systems, and high-performance below-grade vaults.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Inventory Specialist oversees the electronically identifying, verifying, and transacting of all products produced by various departments. Responsible for investigating, identifying, and correcting the causes of any discrepancies between inventory system records and physical cycle counts. Responsible for computer system update transactions that account for all physical movement, consumption, and inventory production. Ensuring that all products moved are correctly identified and quantified. Responsible for the biological activity of all transacted products to designated locations. In addition, some essential quality control will be required.  

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Provides accountability for the Las Vegas plant Inventory & Transactions team.
• Oversee inventory (physically and systematically) for operations.
• Liaison with IT on the use of ERP modules and inventory flow accuracy and efficiency.
• Monitor and maintain procedures and processes for valuing the year-end physical inventory; ensure the highest degree of inventory accuracy through the inventory system.
• Recommend the write-off of obsolescent and damaged inventory; ensure a realistic valuation of goods on hand.
• Determine the root cause of discrepancies and follow through to final resolution, including corrective measures to ensure the reason is not repeated.
• Manage and maintain systems and databases supporting the inventory management function.
• Manage the storage of materials and products.
• Assist with the physical inventory of the plant.
• Daily documentation and reporting of inventory levels, material receipts, and material transfers.
• Confer that 5s standards and good housekeeping are being met with the highest standards.
• Set a positive example for all employees to emulate.
• All other duties as may be assigned.

ABILITY TO/TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

• Must understand and follow all departmental safety rules.
• Understand Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
• Have or obtain a forklift license.
• ISO sections about the position.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have a valid driver’s license
• High School diploma or equivalent
• 3-5 years of hands-on inventory control experience within the manufacturing industry
• Experience with Oracle ERP within the manufacturing industry
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing BOMs, routers, and WIP.
• Inventory system implementation experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of Inventory Management within a manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel, pivot tables, macros, etc
• Interpersonal communication skills and the ability to build and maintain professional relationships with persons at varying levels within and outside the company
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to maintain logical and understandable information
• Strong planning skills and the ability to apply forethought in decision-making
• Ability to safely operate a forklift and maintain certification
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Capacity to work overtime as needed
• Good vision (this can be accomplished with corrective lenses), central and peripheral vision in both eyes to detect objects or movement in the field of view.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:  The physical demands and working conditions requirements indicated below are examples of the orders to carry out the essential job functions.

Physical Demands: Standing, sitting, walking, use of central and peripheral vision, and hearing (up to continuously); speaking/verbal communication, bend/stoop, twist neck and torso (frequently); reach, hold, grasp, push, pull, lift/carry raw material, finished product, tools and machinery up to 50 pounds (frequently)

Working Conditions:  Work indoors and outdoors; exposure to temperatures commensurate with outdoor seasonal temperatures.