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Cycle Counter 1

Nashville, TN · On-site

$16.25 - $19.50/hr

Perform cycle count duties and responsibilities to help ensure inventory accuracy within Pool Receiving. * Print cycle count report daily and perform targeted cycle counts per report. * Adjust ...

Report cycle count results to Plant Accountants accurately and timely. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES * Perform regular stock take and cycle counting during the year and during the end of the ...

Stockroom Cycle Count Coordinator (3rd shift)

Chicago, IL · On-site

$36K - $46K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Key Responsibilities: * Assist with maintaining inventory count accuracy and item records for all parts and materials being stored. * Locating items using inventory records. * Updating item location ...

Cycle Counter

Dearborn, MI

$16/hr

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Benefits/PTO/401(k) available Cycle Counter Completes cycle counting of all stock (hand count, scale count) on a yearly cycle. Cycle Counter Responsibilities * Determines if stock needs to be quality ...

Cycle Counter

Dearborn, MI · On-site

$16/hr

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Benefits/PTO/401(k) available Cycle Counter Completes cycle counting of all stock (hand count, scale count) on a yearly cycle. Cycle Counter Responsibilities * Determines if stock needs to be quality ...

Report cycle count results to Plant Accountants accurately and timely. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES * Perform regular stock take and cycle counting during the year and during the end of the ...

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What is a cycle count?

Cycle counts are a type of inventory auditing procedure where a small subset of inventory is counted on a specific day. Instead of doing a full physical inventory count once or twice a year, cycle counts allow businesses to regularly check different sections of their inventory. This helps maintain accurate inventory records, quickly identify discrepancies, and reduce the disruption to normal operations. Cycle counting is particularly useful in warehouses and retail environments where inventory accuracy is critical.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a cycle counter, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Cycle Counter, you need strong attention to detail, basic math skills, and experience with inventory management, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with warehouse management systems (WMS), barcode scanners, and inventory tracking software is typically required. Reliability, organizational skills, and effective communication help individuals excel in this position. These capabilities ensure accurate inventory records, minimize discrepancies, and support smooth warehouse operations.

What are the main challenges faced by cycle count specialists, and how can they effectively manage inventory discrepancies?

Cycle count specialists often encounter challenges such as locating misplaced items, reconciling discrepancies between physical counts and system records, and minimizing disruptions to warehouse operations. To effectively manage these issues, it's important to maintain meticulous attention to detail, communicate discrepancies promptly to supervisors, and collaborate with warehouse staff to investigate root causes. Utilizing warehouse management systems and following established counting procedures also helps ensure accuracy and supports continuous improvement in inventory control.

What is the difference between Cycle Count vs Inventory Clerk?

AspectCycle CountInventory Clerk
Primary RoleRegularly counting specific inventory sections to ensure accuracyRecording, updating, and maintaining inventory records
CertificationsOften requires inventory or warehouse certificationsTypically requires basic inventory or clerical skills
Work EnvironmentWarehouse or storage facility, periodic countsOffice or warehouse, data entry and record keeping
Employer UsageUsed in retail, manufacturing, logistics for inventory accuracyUsed across industries for inventory management and record maintenance

While both roles involve inventory management, a Cycle Count focuses on physically verifying inventory accuracy through scheduled counts, whereas an Inventory Clerk handles recording and maintaining inventory data. Both roles are essential for effective inventory control but differ in scope and daily tasks.

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Posted 10 days ago


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Job description

TITLE: Cycle Counter/Scheduler

STATUS:Hourly

LOCATION:Toccoa

DEPARTMENT: Materials

REPORTS TO:Materials Supervisor

PURPOSE:

To perform the production processin order tooptimize the use of all resources in meeting and/or exceeding established plant goals and client/customer expectations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Must be able tomaintainsafety compliance in all work environments.
  • Ability to productively learn andperformcycle counts in the parts room, maintenance, paint room, warehouse, mill, and office storage areas.
  • Must be able to accurately count and record raw materials, MRO materials, and all other materials asdeemednecessary.
  • Must have a willingness towork in a team environment, and support finance related functions.
  • Must be able to learncomputer softwarerelativetojob functionsand cycle counting.
  • Must be able to effectively provide training to back-up clerks and conduct team training to various department teams as related tomaintaininginventory accuracy.
  • Must have the ability to read and follow all Corporate and Plant finance policies and procedures as they relate tothe functional responsibilities.
  • Must be able to work various hours, including off shift, split shift, and early and late first shift hours. Will berequiredto work mandatory overtime in a limitedcapacity.
  • Must be able to communicate effectively with clients to improve all plant processes and costs.
  • Must be able make recommendations andimprovementto department clients and managers regardless of the perceived improvement impact.
  • Must report all required finance and production data/information accurately and timely.
  • Perform other duties as directed by thePlant Controller.
  • Capability of creating schedules for Cut to Size, Cross Cut, Rip Saws and Strip Line and monitoring of zero orders and yields when scheduling

    Create purchase orders for raw materials

    Complete receiving procedures in MRP Comp and Epicore Systems

    Complete all functions relative to scheduling material to all areas of the plant through HPO

    Learn/execute shipping procedures for trucks in computer system, trailer report, shipping log, daily pallet check and follow-up processes

    Assist in preparing for and conducting cycle counts as needed on a monthly basis.

    Daily review and research of any past due purchase orders.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job the requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and abilityrequired.

Education, Experience and Skills

  1. High School Diploma/GED preferred, in lieu of education, extensive knowledge of all processes associated within the scope of the respective team may be considered
  1. Manufacturing/work experience and willingness to learn tooperaterequired positions in the team assigned
  1. Record of successful team support, meeting work performance expectations and commitment toward continuous improvement
  1. Experience performing duties in a team environment committed to positive performance and SQDC goal achievement
  1. Demonstrate behavior that supports the company's core values and CITE principles
  1. Has excellent communication skills with knowledge of Word, Excel, and Microsoft Outlook preferred

Language Skills:

Must read, analyze, and interpret common business documents such as packing lists, manifests, bills of lading, pallet tickets, or job orders. Must communicate effectively with co-workers and customers/clientsin an effort torespond to commoninquiresor complaints.

Mathematical Skills:

Use basic mathematical concepts like addition, subtraction,multiplicationand division to such tasks as inventory control, material ordering, and job order verification.

Reasoning Skills:

Perceive problems, collect data,establishfacts, and draw valid conclusions.Interpret an assorted number of tasks or instructions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employeeis regularly required tosee, hear, crouch, use stairs to access work area, stand, bend, reach and feel with hands and arms and walk for entirety of shift. The employeefrequentlyis required touse hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee isfrequentlyrequired tolift upto 40 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Indoor and outdoor manufacturing environment.The noise level is usually moderate to high and requires the use of hearing protection.Safety protection, glasses, hearing, and gloves arerequired. Overtime required per overtime policy as production demands.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

American Woodmark Corporation does not discriminateon the basis ofrace, gender, color, national origin, age, religion, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, or gender identity and/or expression; and it willcomply withall applicable federal, state, and local discrimination laws. No person shall be denied employment solely because of any disability, which is unrelated to the ability to engage in the essential functions involved in the position for which application has been made either with or without reasonable accommodations.


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