Maintaining accurate inventory records and supporting the overall efficiency of warehouse operations is the critical core of this role. The Inventory Clerk monitors inventory levels, identifies and resolves discrepancies, and ensures products are properly stored, labeled, and accounted for. This position also oversees processes related to non-conforming products such as damaged goods and quality hold items to ensure compliance with internal protocols and industry standards.
Responsibilities
Conduct regular cycle counts and physical inventory audits to verify stock levels and locations
Investigate and reconcile any variances between physical counts and system records
Accurately input and maintain inventory data in the Warehouse Management System (WMS), ensuring up-to-date and error-free records
Prepare and manage documentation for inventory transactions, including receiving reports, shipping documents, and inventory adjustments
Assist with receiving shipments by verifying counts, inspecting for damage, and updating records accordingly
Support order fulfillment and shipping activities as needed
Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free warehouse environment, including labeling, shelving, and proper product placement
Proactively identify inventory issues such as stock shortages, damaged or obsolete items, and propose process improvements to enhance inventory control
Perform product and location audits throughout the warehouse and resolve inconsistencies
Conduct root cause analysis for recurring inventory issues and recommend corrective actions
Support initiatives aimed at improving inventory accuracy and warehouse efficiency
Use system tools to trace and resolve inventory discrepancies, ensuring proper stock status and location accuracy
Manage the damaged goods process, ensuring accurate documentation and appropriate handling (e.g., disposal, salvage, or return to stock)
Identify and segregate items under quality hold, and document their approved disposition
Execute inventory transfers to support production, fulfillment, and other operational needs
Perform miscellaneous warehouse tasks as assigned, contributing to overall team success
Safely operate powered industrial trucks and equipment, including forklifts, reach trucks, pallet jacks, and scissor lifts
Perform other related job duties as assigned or required
Requirements
High School Diploma or GED Equivalent – or equivalent relevant experience
Strong attention to detail with high accuracy in data entry and inventory tracking
Ability to manage multiple inventory items and priorities simultaneously
Skilled in identifying discrepancies and solving problems through logical reasoning
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Effective verbal and written communication skills for reporting and team coordination
Proficiency in basic computer applications (e.g., Microsoft Excel, Word) and adaptability to learn warehouse systems
Understanding of inventory practices such as FIFO (first-in, first-out), cycle counting, and stock rotation
Flexibility to adapt in a fast-paced, dynamic warehouse environment
Team-oriented with the ability to collaborate across departments
Demonstrates strong accountability and independence in managing responsibilities
Fundamental math and reading skills necessary for task execution
Commitment to workplace safety and following established procedures
Capable of interpreting written and verbal instructions and performing basic root cause analysis
Prior experience operating a forklift and ability to pass a forklift assessment
Nice to have:
Experience with AS400 and/or other Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
401(k) retirement savings
Paid time off
Tuition assistance
Early access to earned wages
High-performance culture with a continuous improvement mindset
Opportunities for advancement!
Important Details
Schedule: 2nd Shift - Monday to Friday from 2:00 pm - 10:30 pm
Work hours may vary by shift assignment and may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime based on business needs
Physical Requirements
Stand and/or walk for extended periods (up to 8 hours, depending on shift)
Sit, stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl as needed
Climb stairs, ladders, and/or scaffolds at various heights including ground-level and racking zones (occasionally/frequently)
Reach with hands and arms overhead and below waist level
Lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds
Occasionally lift heavier items with or without assistance
Use fine motor skills/manual dexterity to operate equipment, tools, or keyboards
Frequently use hands and fingers to handle, grasp, or control objects
See clearly at close range and at distance, with peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
Hear and understand verbal instructions, alarms, and equipment signals in a noisy environment
Work Environment Responsibilities
This position operates in a hybrid environment, with responsibilities carried out in both a warehouse setting and an office environment.
In the warehouse, the employee is exposed to varying temperatures, including but not limited to refrigerated or non-climate controlled areas; loud noise levels, such as machinery, forklifts, and conveyor systems; dust, odors, and airborne particles; concrete flooring and moving mechanical equipment; frequent exposure to powered industrial vehicles and warehouse traffic.
The employee is required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) such as steel-toed shoes, safety glasses, and high-visibility vests.
In the office environment, the employee will use standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and printers. The noise level in the office is typically quiet to moderate, and the area is climate-controlled.
About the Company
CJ Logistics delivers integrated and multimodal logistics services, connecting every corner of the world via air, sea and land. As a lead logistics partner (LLP), third-party logistics provider (3PL) and supply chain consultant, the company helps customers leverage supply chain management as a competitive advantage, reducing total system costs, transforming business processes, improving service and facilitating growth and change. With a focus on social responsibility and sustainability through growth with customers and communities, CJ Logistics prioritizes the wellbeing of the end consumer, its customers and its employees. CJ Logistics is responsible for the North America region, specializing in solutions for regulated industries such as food and beverage, consumer-packaged goods, healthcare and medical supplies, and tire and automotive.
