Distribution Center - Inventory Control Associate

J.W. Pepper & Son, Inc.Lithia Springs, GA, US

18 days ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

Job Description

Overview

About J.W. Pepper & Sons, Inc.

J.W. Pepper was founded in 1876 and is the world’s largest retailer of sheet music, with a particular focus on the K12 education market, offering over 1.2 million products on our website from over 1,000 suppliers. The company is headquartered in Exton, PA with large distribution facilities in Atlanta, GA and Salt Lake City, UT.

Our Mission

JW Pepper distribution center is hiring to fill several positions in order processing and inventory stocking. This is a full-time position, 40 hours a week. All applicants must be flexible to accommodate seasonal overtime needs, which include some evening and Saturday hours. Starting wage $16.00 an hour. Applicants must successfully pass all pre-hire screenings, including background checks and drug tests.

Job Description

The inventory control position is responsible for maintaining accurate inventory. Associates are responsible for tracking and allocating inventory as it comes into the warehouse, handling damaged and defective product appropriately, taking active and preventative measures to prevent errors and discrepancies, research product movement and history within the warehouse and communicate with management with issues and recommendations. In an effort, to provide the highest level of customer service, all warehouse associates will be cross trained to be proficient in the areas of order fulfillment, quality control and shipping, and other basic warehouse functions.

Job Responsibilities

Daily stock put away
Daily cycle counting
Daily restocking and reslotting of product
Maintain and update accurate inventory records
Reporting and solving discrepancies between physical counts and computer records
Follow all inventory management procedures
Product kit creation
Assist receiving when needed
Must meet production standard during peak season
Adjusting found, unexplained and returned product to inventory
Follow all safety protocols and guidelines
Follow company policies as outlined in the employee handbook
Maintains cleanliness of work area

Requirements

Mathematical and analytical skills

Critical thinking and problem solving skills

Attention to detail and organizational skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Schedule flexibility to accommodate seasonal overtime requirements including weekend work

Ability to work under pressure with strong motivation and a sense of urgency

Physical strength – Must be able to lift 30+lbs

Physical stamina – Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time

Must be capable of twisting, stooping, squatting and reaching above shoulder level crouching on a frequent basis

Ability to use inventory programs PH and EBS to update counts, adjust records and compile reports

Operate an RF scanner

Forklift experience beneficial

Perform other duties as assigned or requested

Applicants must successfully pass all pre-hire screenings, including background checks and drug tests.

Benefits

Medical / Dental / Vision Benefits available

Paid holidays and vacation following company schedule.

401K during enrollment period

Starting hourly wage is $16.00.

J.W. Pepper & Son provides equal employment opportunity for everyone regardless of age, sex, color, race, creed, sexual orientation, national origin, religious persuasion, marital status, veteran status, disability that does not prohibit

the performance of essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation, or other classifications protected

by applicable federal, state or local law

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Inventory Control Associate • Lithia Springs, GA, US