Inventory Control Specialist

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About Woodgrain :

Woodgrain is one of the top millwork operations in the world, with locations throughout the United States and Chile. With 70 years of quality manufacturing craftsmanship and service, Woodgrain is a top producer of mouldings, doors, and windows, as well as a premier distributor of specialty building products. Woodgrain Inc. is headquartered in Fruitland, Idaho with six divisions and over 45 manufacturing and warehouse facilities in the United States and South America. Since 1954, Woodgrain is proud to be family owned and operated.

Summary :

The position reports directly to the Operations Manager of the branch.  This role is responsible for implementing and ensuring adherence to all standard operating procedures related to the systematic control of branch inventory.  This includes overseeing the cycle counting process as well as preparing for and executing the annual physical inventory process.

Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following :

• Monitors the data entry of quantities of parts issued and transferred between locations, inventory and cycle count adjustments into computer database.
• Oversees the closing of shop packets received and purging of computer database.
• Troubleshoots quantity discrepancies with manufacturing and inspection personnel.
• Maintains the records for the items on shelf-life daily and oversees the notification of appropriate personnel when material has been expired.
• Maintains inventory of shipping materials and supplies.
• Prepares monthly reports for cycle count and pick-lists count for monthly highlights.
• Oversees a yearly physical inventory.
• Assists in the movement and reduction of E & O inventory.

Pace and variety of activities :

Work Style :

Decision-making :

Education and Experience :

Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and / or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Skills :

Must be able to read, analyze, and interpret written communications.  Respond in a professional and timely manner to common inquiries or complaints from customers or members of the business community.

Other Skills / Certification :

Mathematical Skills :

Has the ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference.  Able to apply concepts such as discounts, fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to everyday work situations.

Physical Demands :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job. The employee may occasionally lift and / or move 10 or more pounds. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment :

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While the noise level in the office is minimal, work in the shop and warehouse may require safety equipment such as earplugs, eye protection, steel toe shoes, etc.

Summary of Company Benefits :

Woodgrain is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Woodgrain is a drug, alcohol, and tobacco-free workplace. All offers of employment are contingent upon pre-employment background and drug screening, and some positions require a fitness for duty test.