Freelance Inventory Cycle Counter Jobs in Spring Lake, MI

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JOB SUMMARY:

The Inventory Cycle Counter at Magna Engineered Glass performs cycle counting to verify the accuracy of QAD inventory records to the actual on-hand inventory. Coordinates and oversees the monthly inventory to ensure the accuracy of the perpetual inventory and the month-end close. Maintains the cycle-counting processes and procedures.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs daily cycle counting of all assigned inventory locations. May use lift truck to move materials and order picker to make necessary counts.
• Analyzes inventory record transaction processes, detects the root cause of inventory record errors, and documents all inventory errors out of tolerance. Provides input to Materials Group for follow up and corrective action.
• Assists Materials Group in organizing, monitoring, and taking of physical inventories.
• Maintains cycle counting processes and procedures as prescribed by Magna Sealing and Glass Systems and external accounting practices and policies.
• May initiate, develop, and implement corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence of inventory record errors.
• May adjust perpetual inventory records as required by daily cycle counting results.
• Documents errors committed which will result in an inventory record accuracy of less than 99%.
• Performs all work in compliance with Magna and Magna Sealing and Glass Systems Health, Safety and environmental policies and procedures as well as all federal, State and local laws; promptly report any hazardous condition or workplace injury to immediate supervisor or EHS designate.

• May serve as auditor to Accounting to verify accurate inventories to achieve month-end closing.

• May assist Materials Group with assigned projects; continuous improvement activities, radio frequency training, material handling, new employee orientation, etc.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support departmental and organizational goals.
• Actively contribute to a positive and collaborative work environment, demonstrating flexibility to adapt to evolving business needs and priorities.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Knowledge and skills as normally obtained through a High School diploma; or equivalent. One or more years experience in material handling, or warehousing preferred.
• Must have or be able to obtain a lift truck license for sit-down, standup industrial truck (hilo).
• Must be able to regularly move and lift up to 40lbs in the performance of audits.
• Ability to work without direct supervision; self motivated.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills.
• A working knowledge of the QAD system and other PC and web-based applications (ex. Outlook, Microsoft Word, Excel, etc.); knowledge in use of hand held scanners or capability to be trained to their use preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to investigate problems, determine root cause, and select and verify corrective actions.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends as necessary.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently.
• Knowledge of safety standards and protocols in manufacturing environments.
• English proficiency required, with strong verbal and written communication skills. Bilingual (Spanish) preferred.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Office Environment: 10%
• Plant Environment: 90%
• It requires (Near/Far/Depth/Color) vision in order to be able to tolerate the eye strain associated with working on a computer throughout the workday.
• Must be able to tolerate the use of a keyboard and mouse on average of up to 3 hours per workday.
• While working in the Plant environment, the employee will be exposed to machinery, moving equipment and material, moderate noise, airborne particles, fumes, and various levels of temperature created by the manufacturing process.
• This role operates primarily in a manufacturing facility. Occasional travel may be required. Travel requirements for this position are estimated at >1 time monthly and may include both domestic and/or international destinations as needed.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Prolonged standing at least 8 hours, but up to 12 hours per day
• This role requires the ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods of time, and to occasionally bend, stoop, and move throughout the facility to perform essential job duties.
• Lift objects weighing up to 40 pounds multiple times per hour.
• Repetitive bending, twisting, turning, lifting.
• Repetitive use of hands, including gripping, grasping, pinching, squeezing

At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That's why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.

AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure

As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.

Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making.

If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.