Inventory Control Clerk 2

Position: Inventory Control Clerk II, 2nd shift

Department: Warehouse, Receiving

Reports To: Warehouse Team Lead

Salary Type: Non-exempt

Location: Irwindale, CA

Pay: $21.50 an hour

Groupe Bonduelle is a company that is making a positive impact

Groupe Bonduelle is the world leader in ready-to-use plant-rich food. By joining our company you will have an opportunity to make a positive and sustainable impact on yourself, others and the planet. You will play an active part in our mission to inspire the transition toward a plant-rich diet to contribute to people's well-being and planet health.

Groupe Bonduelle Fresh Americas is the U.S. business unit of France based Groupe Bonduelle (BON.PA). We are the first business unit of Groupe Bonduelle to become a Certified B Corporation. We operate three processing facilities throughout the U.S. and employ nearly 3,000 Associates who focus on producing and bringing to market fresh vegetable products, prepared salads and plant-rich meal solutions.

Groupe Bonduelle is a 170 year old French family-owned company that has been at the forefront of plant based food innovations since 1853. Our ready-to-use plant-rich food products are grown on 168,000 acres by our grower partners and marketed in nearly 100 countries. The company currently employees more than 11,000 Associates globally.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with and maintain all GMP/PPE/Safety, HACCP, and Sanitation, FIFO and Food Safety guidelines and procedures.
• Masters a subdivision of the warehouse (Raw Materials, Condiments, Packaging and Supplies and Finished Goods) Note: Details to be reviewed at interview.
• Supports inventory management, completing accurate daily inventory cycle counts of raw and finished product. Take inventory counts with a handheld device and use DSI and JDE computer software to fix discrepancies accordingly.
• Adjust inventory discrepancies systematically accordingly. Keep close communication with the WHS Inv coordinator on significant adjustments to maintain control on our IA weekly scorecard.
• Daily warehouse checks of products ensuring quality and reporting any discrepancies. Research any irregularities as they arise and communicate to Warehouse management and Demand Planning teams on any discrepancies identified.
• Monitor / Report aged inventory on FG / Raw material accordingly for possible shelf life extension to reduce exposure.
• Enter inventory into the system using the DSI Scanner and ensure all items and warehouse locations have barcodes.
• Oversees racking conditions and reports any noncompliance/damaged structures to the management team.
• Leads the WHS sub-department of Fiscal Year End Inventory.
• Supports shipping and receiving functions as needed.
• Provide guidance on incorrect inventory transactions to the warehouse material handlers.
• Supports Out Of Rotation Dumps and Donations initiatives for the entire plant.
• Assists with audit documentation.
• Assists in reducing the Blank location issues for Raw Material.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Schedule flexibility based on business demand.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ability to read, write and speak English; strong math skills.
• Strong computer skills and ability to multitask.
• Willingness and flexibility to work in a cold, wet, fast-paced, 24 hour plant environment.
• Ability to frequently bend and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• GED/High School Diploma; or one to three months’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Forklift certified and willingness to learn skills needed to operate new equipment.
• Strong Interdepartmental communication skills (verbal and via email).

Desired Qualifications:

• A proven track record of results with a bias for action
• A passion for learning and a craving to work in a fun culture

Physical Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, this position entails use of ladders and catwalks to reach production equipment, regularly works near moving mechanical parts and is regularly exposed to extreme cold for extended periods of time. The associate frequently works in high, precarious places. The associate is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Bonduelle Fresh Americas does not require employees to be COVID-19 vaccinated and/or boostered at this time, but does require disclosure of vaccination status and supporting documents. Bonduelle Fresh Americas reserves the right to modify any internal policies, including safety policies, as needed and in compliance with all applicable laws.

Bonduelle Fresh Americas is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe in hiring individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences to create a workforce that truly reflects our communities. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to veterans and individuals with disabilities or special needs during the application process and employment. If you need assistance, please contact us at 626-856-8686 or bfa-info@bonduelle.com.