Inventory/Material Handling Specialists Specialist Job Description
Inventory/Material Handling Specialists work within a company’s warehouse, moving, managing, and storing varied materials. They track the stock within the warehouse, record orders and store the company’s merchandise. Inventory/Material Handling Specialists regularly load and unload inventory, supplies, and other packages from various locations, like storage and production areas, delivery trucks and loading docks. Before loading up trucks for delivery, the Inventory/Material Handling Specialists check their files and records to make sure all the incoming deliveries follow what is written in their purchase orders. They are also in charge of storing cargo in various assigned locations, using materials like pallets and cargo boards. After moving different units, they log the total number they have moved for the day on their production sheet.
Inventory/Material Handling Specialists, manages, moves, and stores various non-hazardous and hazardous materials within a warehouse. Their main duties include loading and unloading different transport items, recording inventory statuses, and making sure deliveries properly match purchase orders.
Inventory/Material Handling Specialists duties and responsibilities.
Inventory/Material Handling Specialists in large corporations is required to work with and supervise a team of people and direct them with efficiency. Some of their typical day-to-day responsibilities include:
Verifying the accuracy of quantity and quality of incoming deliveries
Labeling every product and placing them accordingly
Identifying and locating the right products during the delivery process
Keeping a well-maintained and updated account of stock and inventory
Handling returns by completing technical documentation and other required communication.
Keeping all material handling equipment in the best condition by conducting regular maintenance
Conveying purchasing requirements and keeping data on the availability of products in short supply
Collaborating with internal departments to locate missing packages, fix incorrect deliveries and replace damaged products.
Inventory/Material Handling Specialists skills and qualifications:
To be a successful Inventory/Material Handling Specialists, a candidate should be able to work with minimal supervision, be initiative-taking and manage other workers effectively. Some of their other essential skills include:
Certification in forklift operation
Knowledge of operating other warehouse machinery
Data entry, math, and computer skills
Physically fit with the ability to lift objects weighing between 50-100 pounds
Effective leadership and team management skills
Mindfulness and critical thinking skills.
Excellent time management and organizational skills
Written and verbal communication skills
Inventory/Material Handling Specialists education and training requirements.
To work as Inventory/Material Handling Specialists in any company, candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent GED certificate. However, some employers may also look for applicants who have earned an associate degree or certification in warehouse management through technical or vocational institutes or online learning programs. Someone with an advanced degree will not only be prepared to perform the everyday tasks of Inventory/Material Handling Specialists, but they will possess managerial expertise and knowledge of accounting, purchasing and expense analysis. This education may not be as necessary for an entry-level position, however.
Inventory/Material Handling Specialists experience requirements:
Most employers look for Inventory/Material Handling Specialists candidates with 1-5 years of experience operating heavy equipment and working in a warehouse setting. They also prefer candidates who are physically fit and certified to drive a forklift. Experience in record keeping, data entry and stock management is also a plus. Most entry-level roles provide on-the-job training, so candidates may need less experience for these positions.
An Inventory Specialist, or Inventory Control Specialist, oversees the ordering, storing, receiving, and distributing processes of an organization’s products and supplies. Their main duties include controlling the flow of supplies and equipment, tracking, and analyzing inventory maintenance and developing protocols for loss mitigation.
Responsibilities:
Inventory Specialists maintain the inventory of the company they work for. Inventory Specialists have the additional following responsibilities:
Interview potential vendors and select ones that best meet the needs of the organization.
Oversee inventory and order additional products and supplies when needed.
Evaluate the selection and shipping process and work to improve efficiency.
Keep up to date with industry trends and update inventory as needed.
Negotiate vendor contracts to maximize profit.
Inventory Specialist processes requisitions, pulling and delivering stock items to ordering departments. Receiving and delivering special orders items(s) to the appropriate departments. Supports the Supply Chain Management mission.
Participates in the continuous quality improvement process. Maintains a working knowledge of departmental standard operating procedures. Performs other duties as assigned. Projects an image of professionalism in communication, appearance, and conduct.
Receives and processes supply and special-order requests, replenishes specialty carts, kits, occasionally cleans, and reprocesses various medical equipment. Records important documentation in appropriate logbook.
Maintains a working knowledge of departmental standard operating procedures. This knowledge may include the use of specialized instrumentation, quality control requirements, and preventive maintenance.
Performs other duties as assigned. Ensuring that all assigned units have been inventoried and requisitions are keyed and pulled accurately in a timely manner. This will include a copy of the computer-generated requisition with each order.
Delivers all priority item(s) promptly, FedEx standard next day and UPS Red & Blue no later than two hours after being received. Ensure that assigned orders are pulled and delivered in a timely manner.
Ensure that the deliveries of non-priority items are being taken to the ordering department when delivery starts to make efficient use of time. Notifies user/ordering department of back orders or substitutions by attaching the appropriate notification form to their order(s).
When putting storeroom item(s) away with expiration dates, the newer item(s) are being placed to the rear or bottom and the older is being pulled to the front or top (this includes checking for expired item(s).
Performing job functions in accordance with departmental policy and procedures. Maintains current knowledge of departmental updates and Policy & Procedures. During light workload situations, they seek out additional tasks/duties.
Accommodates changes in workload within the department. Demonstrates flexibility in accepting changes in the schedule and work assignments. Reports to the Supervisor in a timely manner all near misses, potential, and actual errors.
Accurately performs computer functions. Answer the telephone with a smile and pleasant voice. Identifies self and department. Shipping & Receiving (or as assigned), Ensure that all item product numbers match and the quantity noted on packing slip(s) and that all special instructions are followed.
Ensuring that Purchasing notified immediately of any discrepancies. Placing a copy of the system printed out with item(s) for the ordering department to provide information on what was shipped and what is on backordered. Keeping your coworkers informed of the status of received goods that require special handling attention.
When receiving telephone inquiries about special ordered items(s) you are ensuring that all the information that is being given to the ordering department is correct and all problems are cared for in a timely manner.
Maintains refrigerator log for special order item(s), daily check of thermostat reading and notifies supervisor of any problems with reading. Ensures all electrical equipment is being recharged daily and supervisor notified of mechanical problems, checks water level of batteries (forklift and electric pallet jack) weekly.
Perform other duties as assigned. Logs calls and supply requests on Central Services log sheet. Checks off items on log sheet, including time item left department and when delivery. Maintains accurately all log sheets, books, and reports with efficiency. Other duties as assigned.
Skills:
Ability to communicate effectively, utilizing both verbal and writing skills. Must be able to operate machinery, i.e., pallet jacks. Demonstrates effective communication, people skills, organizational ability, knowledge of proper body mechanics, safety measures and infection control, ability to follow instructions, knowledge of section specific test information and instrumentation may be required. Must be able to speak read and write the English language. Must be available to work weekends as required.
Education: High school diploma or equivalent work experience. 6 months to 1-year previous storeroom experience, preferably in a hospital.
Essential Functions
- Accepting deliveries and entering orders in POS & Metric.
- Keeping up to date on new cannabis products on the market as well as the latest industry trends.
- Accurately use and maintain the Point of Sale (POS) system.
- Ensure the sales floor is properly stocked and the presence of the store is well maintained.
- Assist with labeling, and any other side task needed at ERBA.
Basic Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- 2+ Years of Metric experience.
- Customer service experience.
- Meticulous & organized.
Preferred Qualifications
- Initiative-taker needing minimal supervision.
- Ethical and trustworthy.
- Ability to strive in a challenging environment.
- Strong verbal & written communication skills.
- Great attitude and strong work ethic.
- Collaborator.
Must be a US Citizen.
Must have a valid, (not expired Forklift Certificate).
Must have a Resume, no exceptions.
Must be Forklift Certified with at least 1-2 years’ experience, no exceptions and must be certified. If you have no experience, please do not apply. “I am an adaptive person will not qualify for this position). Warehouse Manager will have you evaluate drive at the interview session.
Must have a neat and clean appearance.
Must be able to communicate and speak efficiently and clearly.
Must be a Collaborator, responsible, efficient, and honest.
Must be able to work in a face paced environment yet pay diligence.
Must have reliable transportation as Metro Transportation is not an option, you must have reliable transportation to get to your place of employment, no exception.
Must be 18 years.
Bilingual a Plus.
Candidates must possess the physical ability to meet the demands of this position, including:
- The ability to repeatedly lift items weighing up to one hundred pounds.
- Excellent upper body strength.
- The stamina to work in environments with extreme heat.
- Physical endurance is suitable for warehouse conditions.
If you meet these requirements, we encourage you to apply right away.
Must have an entrepreneurial attitude.
Monday through Friday, from 9 am to 6 pm, overtime will be available.
Must be able to pass a background check and drug screening test, absolutely no felonies accepted and must have been cleared for the past 7 years.
Must be able to pass an Assessment/Personality Test before the interview with Client.
Integrity and Equality are important to this Client.
The pay rate is $16.00 per hour.
This position will train in Cypress, but will be placed permanently in Katy, Texas.
