Inventory Assurance Specialist II, 1st Shift - Oatey
Shakopee, MN
About the Job
Who is Oatey?
Since 1916, Oatey has provided reliable, high-quality products for the residential and commercial plumbing industries. Our purpose is to deliver quality, build trust and improve lives.
The Oatey family of companies are Oatey, Cherne, Keeney, Quick Drain, Hercules, Dearborn, GF Thompson, William H. Harvey, Masters, Contact, Belanger, Lansas, and Durgo.
Our brands are synonymous with quality, integrity, and trust in the plumbing industry.
Position Summary
Maintain warehouse inventory to ensure the accuracy and integrity of computer information systems.
Position Responsibilities
Validate inventory through cycle counting and empty bin correction.
Conduct root cause reviews and investigate transactions to reconcile company’s inventory in computer systems and clear variances.
Make improvement recommendations to ensure accurate product counts.
Process and adjust customer returned goods to inventory.
Process damaged goods for rework by the production department.
Remove production product waste from inventory.
Locate misplaced goods needed for processing or shipment.
Facilitate physical movement of warehouse goods.
Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge and Experience
One (1) year related work experience in a similar work environment.
Ability to work at heights
Skilled operation of a forklift/reach truck and order picker (company powered industrial truck certification and successful independent order picker operation is preferred)
Working knowledge of additional equipment (e.g., handheld computer, computer and printer).
General knowledge of the production floor and products produced/packaged.
Knowledge of company policies and procedures.
Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
Ability to make daily decisions and use good judgment while working with minimal supervision and strong attention to detail.
Education and Certification
High School Diploma or equivalent, some college preferred with advanced mathematics and/or science background preferred.
Why Oatey?
- At Oatey, our purpose has always been to deliver quality, build trust and improve lives.
- We value Collaboration, Integrity, Respect, Courage, Leadership, and Excellence above all else.
- We embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion - acknowledging, valuing, and leveraging the unique experiences and perspectives of our associates.
- Our vision is to continue to grow as a market leader, to enrich the lives of our Associates, and to foster an inclusive environment in every regard.
- Our purpose, mission, and vision are not possible without the right people, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive, engaging, and rewarding environment for our Associates.
- Oatey has a total rewards philosophy which encompasses compensation, benefits, work-life effectiveness, recognition, performance management, tuition reimbursement, mental health wellness, and talent development.
Oatey Total Rewards
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) for our hourly associates
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability income protection coverage at no cost to associates
- Paid Maternity and Paid Parental Leave
- Annual Cash Profit Sharing (discretionary)
- Health Insurance for our associates’ averages $100 or less a month (single coverage)
- Generous benefits including up to $2,880 company contribution to Health Savings Account
- 401(k) with a 5% company match
- Tuition reimbursement in an environment that encourages advancement
- Associate well-being benefits including CALM App and robust EAP offering
- Recognized for our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Oatey family of companies are an equal opportunity employer committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We recruit, employ, promote, and offer competitive pay for all jobs without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.