Inventory Control Associate - Katy, TX

Get Fresh Produce

Inventory Control Associate - Katy, TX

Katy, TX
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Get Fresh has been in business since 1982 providing fresh produce to restaurants and other end users in the Chicago area. We are currently accepting applications for Inventory Control Associate to work at our Katy, TX location. Enjoy competitive pay, full benefits, and stable work environment with a growing company.

    As our Inventory Control Associate you will be responsible for overseeing and participating in many key warehouse functions, including but not limited to receiving incoming deliveries, cycle counting, and reviewing the quality of product. You will manually handle product and use industrial Power Equipment and other Warehouse Management Equipment.

    ** Essential Functions:**

    • Conduct regular inventory cycle counts to ensure accuracy and maintain optimal stock levels
    • Perform Customers Substitutions and Review short product lists
    • Manage Inventory reports including REC, Frozen and Expiration
    • Verify proper storage of Glass, Allergens, Chicken
    • Perform Inventory Adjustment in ERP
    • Partner with Order Selectors to Audit Orders for Accuracy and Quality
    • Partner with the Buyers on product availability
    • Receive, inspect, and unload incoming products to maintain inventory accuracy and quality standards
    • Utilize industrial power equipment, such as forklifts and pallet jacks, to support daily warehouse operations
    • Utilize the ERP System to manage inventory, process transactions, and maintain accurate data records
    • Perform vendor returns in accordance with company procedures, including verification, packaging, and system updates
    • Work with Buyers to receive credit for damaged goods
    • Communicate with Day Warehouse team to address issues and maintain workflow efficiency
    • Manage Intercompany Transfers and handle purchase and sales orders in the system
    • Manage dock shortage communication by identifying missing items and coordinating short chases with relevant team

    Competencies, Education, and Experience:

    • Well-organized with ability to prioritize
    • Strong relationship management and interpersonal skills
    • Innovative and creative thinking
    • Listening skills
    • Complex problem-solving
    • Must be able to read, write and speak English to communicate verbally and written, bilingual is a plus
    • Able to use industrial Power Equipment including Stand-up Forklift and Walkie/Ride Along Pallet Jack
    • Able to work on Sunday’s and Holidays
    • At least 1+ years of recent and successful experience performing the above functions in a significant produce distribution or processing center, or a significant food manufacturing and distribution operation
    • Proficient skills in Inventory Management Software, Microsoft Office (particularly Excel), common E Mail systems

    Schedule:

    • Start time: 6:00am – 2:30pm or until work is completed
    • 5-day work week: (Sunday – Friday) Saturday off and another day during the week, with occasional 6 day work weeks during peak season
    • 40-45 hours per week
    • Mandatory Holidays and Sunday’s

    Physical Demands:

    • Work in cold and wet cooler conditions as low as zero degrees, for extended periods of time
    • Able to lift 65lbs occasionally, must be able to lift 25lbs consistently
    • Stand or sit for long periods of time

    Compensation:

    • $19.00 to $21.00 depending on experience

    Benefits:

    • Health & Welfare Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Voluntary Life)
    • PTO (Personal and Vacation Days)
    • Paid Holidays
    • 401(k) with Company Match
    • Weekly pay
    • Career Advancement Opportunities

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances