Senior Inventory Control Specialist at Van Drunen Farms in Momence, Illinois

Job Description:

The Van Drunen Family of Companies is growing!



WHAT'S GROWING AT VAN DRUNEN FARMS AND FUTURECEUTICALS? WE ARE!


As a global, growing, and vibrant ingredient and nutritional supplement supplier to the world's best companies, Van Drunen Farms and FutureCeuticals are always seeking positive and talented employees to help our company reach the next level. We provide a family-oriented company and an opportunity to grow professionally and personally.


JOB OVERVIEW:


The Senior Inventory Control Specialist is responsible for the flow of raw, work-in-process, and finished goods material through the processing facility.In addition, the Senior Inventory Control Specialist works hand-in-hand with the Production Manager, Production Supervisors, Leads, and the broader team as appropriate.This position requires exceptional organizational and detail-oriented skills, a proactive, problem-solving approach, and a firm grasp of the production process.


DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collaborate with site leadership teams to develop efficient material flow throughout the facility.
  
  

• Coordinate with purchasing and logistics to optimize the shipping, receiving, and inventory control of frozen material.
  
  

• Complete inventory turns of all raw, work in process, and finished goods inventory as well as boxes, bags, etc.
  
  

• Maintain accurate inventory by conducting regular physical counts and reconciling variances.
  
  

• Ensure a continuous adequate supply of ingredients at the facility.
  
  

• Ensure the facility has adequate inventory levels of packaging and associated supplies or that sufficient levels of packaging supplies are in route.
  
  

• Responsible for material planning, including scheduling, processing, and inventory control.
  
  

• Responsible for material paperwork flow, ensuring accuracy with inventory, lot traceability, and shipping and receiving paperwork.
  
  

• Maintain and support updates to the ERP system at the production level and provide ongoing support to the plant personnel for efficient and accurate use of desktops and scanners.
  
  

• Develop and maintain proficiency with the ERP system at the production level.
  
  

• Follow-up on errors in paperwork and proactively work in reducing errors to ensure data accuracy.
  
  

• Regularly update, publish, and post metrics within the facility.
  
  

• Serve as a team member on weekly GEMBA walks within the plant.
  
  

• Collaborate in Continuous Improvement initiatives utilizing area of expertise.
  
  

• Participate in trials for new product development or packaging materials for the purpose of improving final product or reducing cost.
  
  

• Provide daily, bi-monthly, and quarterly updates to facility and operations leadership teams on production job closing status, inventory reconciliation, and supply status.
  
  

JOB EXPERIENCE:

• 3+ years of inventory control related experience within a manufacturing industry.
  
  

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.
  
  

• Developed listening, verbal, and written communication skills.
  
  

• Strong interpersonal skills and judgment in effectively communicating with various teams.
  
  

• Ability to pay close attention to detail and maintain organization.
  
  

• Ability to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously and be flexible and adaptable to changing priorities.
  
  

• Receptive to management development suggestions and willing to seek additional knowledge to continue job growth.
  
  

• Must have a proactive and problem-solver approach and take initiative.
  
  

• Must have a strong customer service and team player orientation with a high sense of urgency in meeting objectives, deadlines, and finding resolutions.
  
  

• Must be tech-savvy and comfortable working on computer-related tasks, including ERP technology.
  
  

• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
  
  

• Bilingual in English & Spanish preferred.
  
  

EDUCATION:

• Associates degree. Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business Analytics or closely related field (preferred).
  
  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• The ideal candidate must be able to complete all the physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
  
  

• Requires the ability to sit for long periods of time, with frequent interruptions.
  
  

• Requires several hours per day of sitting, getting up and down from chairs, and reaching, bending, or carrying light loads.
  
  

• Requires manual dexterity with normal hand and finger movements for typical office work.
  
  

• Talking, hearing, and seeing are important elements of completing assigned tasks.
  
  

• Occasionally lifts, carries, positions, or moves objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
  
  

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• The working environment varies between a production facility and an office setting.
  
  

Disclaimer


The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and technical skills required of personnel so classified.


In the Van Drunen Family of Companies, commitment to excellence is in everything we do! As a global ingredient and nutritional supplement supplier to the world's best companies, we thrive on nourishing others with our products and our care for people. If you are looking to make an impact and grow with a family-friendly, values-driven company, you'll fit right in with the Van Drunen Family of Companies!


We are committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity and inclusion. Our employees are the most valuable asset we have. The collective sum of the individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, creativity, innovation, unique capabilities and talent that our employees invest in their work represents a significant part of not only our culture, but our Company's achievement as well.


The Van Drunen Family of Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.


If you are an individual with a disability in need of assistance or an accommodation during the application process, please contact us at recruiting@vandrunen.com.


Van Drunen Family of Companies does not accept unsolicited resumes. Any resumes, CV's, and other unsolicited assistance from search firms that do not have a submitted request and written search agreement for a position-specific requisition will be deemed the sole property of Van Drunen Family of Companies and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by our Company. Apply Now