Inventory Assistant - Dickinson

About the job

• Maintain accurate inventory records by entering receipts, transfers, and adjustments promptly.
• Assist with regular cycle counts and physical inventory checks; investigate and report discrepancies.
• Receive, inspect, label, and organize incoming stock in designated storage areas.
• Pick and prepare materials for orders or internal requests, following documentation and handling procedures.
• Monitor stock levels and flag low, excess, or damaged inventory to the appropriate team member.
• Keep inventory areas clean, organized, and compliant with workplace safety requirements.
• Support inventory reporting and help identify ways to improve accuracy and stockroom efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily inventory activities, including receiving, put-away, picking, issuing, transfers, and returns.
• Maintain accurate inventory records in the inventory management system; research and resolve complex discrepancies.
• Lead or perform cycle counts and physical inventories, analyze variances, and document corrective actions.
• Monitor stock levels, identify risks of shortages or excess stock, and escalate replenishment needs.
• Inspect incoming materials for quantity, condition, and documentation accuracy; resolve receiving issues with suppliers or internal teams.
• Ensure materials are properly identified, stored, and handled according to safety, quality, and traceability requirements.
• Prepare inventory reports and communicate trends, exceptions, and operational concerns to supervisors and other departments.
• Train and guide less experienced inventory staff on procedures, system use, and safe material handling.
• Recommend improvements to inventory workflows, recordkeeping, storage practices, and inventory accuracy.
• Support audits by preparing records, reconciling inventory data, and following up on findings.
• Coordinate with purchasing, warehouse, production, and operations teams to meet material requirements.
• Follow established procedures for handling damaged, obsolete, excess, or restricted materials.
• Plan and control finished goods inventory to meet sales demand while balancing availability and stock levels.
• Analyze inventory levels and positioning, along with planned production and sales forecasts, to identify potential shortages, surpluses, and required adjustments.
• Maintain and update the weekly production schedule based on inventory requirements, sales demand, forecast changes, and production capacity.
• Coordinate with Sales, Production, and other stakeholders to communicate schedule changes and support timely order fulfillment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous warehouse or inventory experience preferred.
• Experience using ERP or inventory management software preferred.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to perform basic math calculations.
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification may be required.
• Ability to work independently an as part of a team.

Additional Information

• Job Identification: 44897
• Job Category: Inventory Control
• Posting Date: 2026-10-08
• Job Schedule: Full time
• Locations: 3221 111H Ave SW, Dickinson, ND, 58601, US