Inventory Control Specialist

Location: RPSNA Libertyville IL

Accelerate the possible by joining a winning Amcor team that’s transforming the packaging industry and improving lives around the world.

At Amcor, we unpack possibility through our innovative and responsible packaging to provide solutions that benefit our customers, our people and our planet. More than 10,000 consumers worldwide encounter our products every second and rely on us for safe access to food, medicine and other goods. We value their trust by making safety our guiding principle. It’s our core value and integral to how we do business.

Beyond this core principle, our shared values and behaviors unite us as we work together to elevate customers, shape lives and protect the future. We champion our customers and help them succeed. We play to win – adapting quickly in an everchanging world – and make smart choices to safeguard our business, our communities and the people we serve for generations to come. And we invest in our world-class team, empowering our colleagues to unpack their potential, because we believe when our people grow, so does our business.

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Job Description

Responsibilities & Authority Inventory Management
-Resin stock management - including coordinating with Corp Buyer and Vendor Portal
-Perform Weekly cycle counts of Resin and Packaging
-Perform inventory transfers, reclass, and adjustments as approved by Plant Controller
-Monitor inventory levels in Point of Use (POUs) and transfer locations (99, WH Cycle)
-Set up, maintain, or disable inventory locations as needed
-Train other team members how to perform inventory related transactions including but not limited to Work Order Completions, Transfers, Lot Creations, Cycle Counts, etc.
-Cycle count as needed for high runner items/communicate with WH supervisor
-Coordinate the cycle count of all warehouse locations at least 1x per Quarter
Inventory Analysis
-Run a variety of system reports at defined intervals
-Perform inventory investigation and analysis using JDE Cardex, NetQuery, Cognos
-Report trends and problems to management
-Devise action plan to adress recurring problems
-Monitor and review Aged Inventory
Warehouse Housekeeping and Safety (applicable to all Warehouse personnel)
-Ensure Warehouse is kept clean and clear of safety issues on a daily basis.
-Sweeps and mops floors.
-Ensures all pathways are kept clear.
-Perform daily pre-use check on powered industrial equipment.
-Report any unsafe condition or near miss in the Warehouse
-Reporting loss, damage and any such discrepancies to the supervising authorities.
-Operate a manual pallet jack.
Act as a backup for Data Processing and Scheduling Supports and maintains all policies of the company including but not limited to ISO/BRC Standards, Health and Safety Requirements, Continuous Improvement, and standard work procedures.

-High school diploma or GED required

Basic math and computer skills, preferable SAP or JDE experience (performing inventory transactions in the system) Required Intermediate Excel skills Required Experience operating material handling equipment, such as forklift (sitdown and stand-up), pallet jack, and cardboard baler.
Barcode laser scanner, Required Be able to obtain a Forklift License
Be able to obtain a Hand Truck License Required Manufacturing and Warehouse environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; talk or hear; and use hands to handle, or touch objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to lift up to 30 lbs. Standing/ walking for long periods of time

Benefits:

• Competitive Base Salary
• Paid Vacation
• Four Medical Plan options
• HSA/FSA Savings Account
• Vision Care + Dental Plan
• 401K Match
• Employee Discount Program
• Career Progression Opportunities
• Pay: The starting rate of pay for this position is expected to be $56,000; however, starting pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Our Expectations

We expect our people to be guided by The Amcor Way and demonstrate our Values every day to enable the business to win. We are winning when:

• Our people are engaged and developing as part of a high-performing Amcor team
• Our customers grow and prosper from Amcor’s quality, service, and innovation
• Our investors benefit from Amcor’s consistent growth and superior returns
• The environment is better off because of Amcor’s leadership and products

Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Amcor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and 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 law.

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Benefits

When you join Amcor, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits and compensation package that includes:

• Medical, dental and vision plans

• Flexible time off, starting at 80 hours paid time per year for full-time salaried employees

• Company-paid holidays starting at 8 days per year and may vary by location

• Wellbeing program & Employee Assistance Program

• Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

• Life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary benefits

• Paid Parental Leave

• Retirement Savings Plan with company match

• Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)

• Discretionary annual bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)