Inventory Clerk

Inventory Clerk AJM Packaging Corporation Joplin, MO Position Overview - AJM Packaging Corporation, one of America’s leading manufacturers of paper products, including paper plates, cups, bowls and bags, is seeking an Inventory Clerk to add to our growing team! This role will be responsible for performing cycle counts and maintaining accurate inventory of finished goods as well as materials for production. Responsibilities & Duties - Perform on a regular interval cycle counts of finished goods, raw materials and production materials. Confirm quantity and condition of all goods and materials. As requested, perform cycle counts on specific items. Accurately enter all count information and all other essential data into a computerized database. Ensure that all counts are completed in accordance to set company procedures and standards. Communicate on a regular basis with internal departments and/or facilities regarding inventories and cycle counts. Immediately notify the appropriate personnel of any significant discrepancies in inventory levels from database. Thoroughly and properly investigate any inventory discrepancies and report findings to the appropriate personnel. Provide assistance as to the placement and organizing of goods and materials. Maintains consistent stock of inventory, ordering new stock up to pre-authorized limit as inventory dwindles. Coordinates with procurement to establish and maintain backup source for high-demand items. Assesses inventory reports and order patterns to identify items in need of automatic, recurring delivery. Oversees periodic (at least annual) physical inventory audits. Works directly with production to maintain accurate WIP inventories and or adherence SOP to finished good reporting Complete all other duties the Supervisor deems necessary. Minimum Requirements - Three years or more of high volume inventory and warehousing work; associates degree preferred, preferably in accounting, logistics, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must possess a keen attention to detail. Must be able to successful perform basic mathematical functions. Must possess strong organizational and administrative skills. Must have high volume inventory and warehouse experience. Be able to do data entry. Benefits - At AJM, our comprehensive “Cafeteria Benefits Plan” and “Flexible Spending Arrangement” (FSA), truly sets us apart from the competition. Under the cafeteria plan you’ll receive a comprehensive package of company paid medical, dental, optical, life and disability insurance coverage. Summary of Benefits – Medical Insurance (BCBS) Dental Insurance Optical Insurance Life Insurance Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance Cafeteria Benefits Plan Flexible Spending Agreement Health Savings Account Child & Dependent Care Savings Account 401 K Retirement Plan (with Safe Harbor Company Match) Tuition Assistance Employee Assistance/Wellness Program Paid Vacations Paid Holiday Paid Sick & Personal Time Professional Development Program (AJM University) About Us - AJM was originally founded as a distributor of commercial paper, plastic and foil packaging products and related cleaning, janitorial and order processing supplies and equipment by three (3) Detroit area brothers operating out of a small warehouse in Detroit’s Eastern Market. In 1957 they built and moved into slightly larger quarters on Detroit’s southwest side, where, for the very first time, they began manufacturing their own products. Over the ensuing decades, AJM gradually evolved from its broadline distributor beginnings into a major paper products manufacturer, today employing nearly 3,000 people and operating eight (8) manufacturing and five (5) warehouse/distribution facilities strategically located throughout the United States. Some things have undoubtedly changed since AJM was founded, but the company’s commitment to its customers and employees, alike, has not wavered and is d…

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