Inventory/receiving

**Summary**:

- The Inventory/receiving associate is responsible for inspecting, verifying, and accepting a shipment into inventory within a warehouse or operation. In a transparent supply chain, every link has access to relevant information on the origins and status of products, including when inventory will arrive._

**Job Roles and Responsibilities**:
**Responsibilities for Receiving**
- Accepts and signs for deliveries from distributor.
- Assists in unloading shipments from delivery truck.
- Uses dollies, forklifts, and other moving equipment to transport shipments from loading dock and around stockroom.
- Opens boxes and inspects contents of shipments.
- Responsible for receiving all purchased materials. This includes assuring an accurate physical count of all incoming purchased materials.
- Received each part into Epicor. (The part is now in inventory)
- Physically puts these parts into the correct bin in the parts store.
- Processes returns for any defective or incorrect items.
- Checks shipping invoice to ensure all items are accounted for.
- Contacts seller or distributor to resolve shipment discrepancies.
- Stores, restocks, and shelves delivery items as necessary.
- Ensures that stockroom is clean and organized.
- Processes transfers for shipments moving on to another location.
- Maintains records of all received shipments.
- Conducts inventory of products, and logs data into inventory database.
- Contacts distributor to inquire about shipment delays or problems.
- Reports any major or unresolved shipment delays or problems to manager.
- Maintains accurate daily records of goods received and post details in EPICOR ERP system.
- Manages and maintains inventory system; facilitates upgrades to related database and/or software under the direction of the purchasing or inventory control manager.
- Conducts frequent spot and partial audits of physical inventory.
- Maintains the integrity of the inventory cycle counts and quarterly physical counts

**Responsibilities for Kitting**
- Prints the pick list from Epicor and will pull the material from this list needed for the appropriate job.
- Parts are labeled with the appropriate job #s. and are placed in WIP area in the store.
- Issue each part from the from Epicor pick list to the correct Job #. (Pulling from inventory and placing to WIP)
- Distributes the correct parts to the MH for each Job.
- Issuing hardware and sub assembly details to assembly work orders using EPICOR.
- Closing of detail work orders in the EPICOR computer system into the proper inventory warehouse and location.
- Locate and stage product for job.
- Record the transaction in the ERP system.
- Maintain accurate counts in ERP system
- Record missing parts and communicate needs to manager
- Performs other related duties as requested.
- Responsible for pulling parts needed for intercompany transfers by utilizing the sales order and purchase order process.
- Maintains the proper inventory levels and assures accuracy of hardware at the assembly bench.

**Position Requirements**:
Education and Experience
- High school diploma or GED is required.
- 2-5 years experience in warehouse shipping/receiving.
- Warehouse experience in picking and packing orders.
- License and certification to operate heavy machinery is strongly preferred.

**Required Skills/Abilities**:

- Excellent communication skills with warehouse workers, purchasing department, and outside vendors.
- Basic understanding of inventory control procedures.
- Proficient keyboarding skills.
- Pays close attention to detail.
- Extremely organized and able to work with minimum supervision.
- Ability to develop professional relationships with outside vendors.
- Ability to perform basic math calculations.
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Experience with computerized inventory systems required.
- Forklift operator certification preferred.
- Demonstrates awareness of proper warehouse and factory safety procedures.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $18.00-$22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 - 44 per week

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed

Ability to Commute:

- Kingston, ON K7P 2T3 (required)

Ability to Relocate:

- Kingston, ON K7P 2T3: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person