Job Information
Thruway Fasteners, Inc. Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) Lead in Morton Grove, Illinois
Full Time
Manual Labor
Morton Grove, IL, US
Salary Range: $23.07 To $25.00 Hourly
POSITION SUMMARY
The Vendor Managed Inventory Lead (VMI) provides dedicated VMI services in-plant at key customer location and acts as an extension of the distribution branch. Manages inventory of stocked goods (re-ordering thru scanning and re-stocking) within a secure warehouse area. Interact daily with customer leadership and internal branch personnel.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Neat & orderly maintenance of approximately 2000 ft2 caged, secured warehouse area
Receive inventory to customer location
Performs physical inventory cycle counts and daily bin audits
Receives, unpacks, and refills bins, as necessary
Material handling from receiving docks, small parcel receiving and staging area
Stage for deliveries within the plant
Daily scans of manufacturing work cell areas each morning
Pick and pack replenishment orders daily after scanning
Delivery and put away to each respective work cell areas
Attend daily customer meetings to evaluate consumption for re-order and work with the customer to approve and adjust inventory levels to ensure customer satisfaction
Ensure all orders are correct to customers’ sizes and specifications. Check quantity and quality of product as delivered to assure defects-free. If defects or issues are found, communicate to internal branch personnel
Effectively document questions and meaningful conversation with customer associates and communicate back to internal branch personnel
Maintain 5S (Sort, Straighten, Shine, Standardize, Sustain) principles for cleanliness and organization of each work cell area
Performs other duties as assigned
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
High School diploma or GED
Prior warehouse/distribution experience preferred
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Operate a Walkie Forklift and Pallet Jack to load and unload shipments while following all regulatory and company safety standards, policies and procedures
Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite and prior ERP system experience
Must have good math, problem solving, data entry and critical thinking skills
Demonstrated success managing inventory and organizational skills
High degree of accuracy, attention to detail, and prioritization
Positive attitude and excellent customer service orientation
Work in a team environment as well as independently in a warehouse environment
Good written, listening, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to lift up to 50 lb. boxes
Possession of Valid Driver’s License and reliable transportation
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Regularly required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, or crouch in a warehouse environment
Standing and movement 75% of time. Sitting and driving 25% of time
Use hands to frequently handle, reach, grasp or feel objects, tools or controls
Regularly lift and move up to 50 pounds
Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to focus
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high
Must wear required personal protective equipment (“PPE”) while on-site at customer location including safety eyeglasses, steel toe shoes and provided customer vest
WORK LOCATION
In Person/On site (Chicago, IL)
TRAVEL
Majority of time will be onsite at customer manufacturing facility
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule: Monday-Friday Day Shift
Location: Chicago, IL
Thruway Fasteners offers a comprehensive benefit program for eligible employees including; medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability plans, accident protection, critical illness, legal shield/ID shield plans, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, and 401k retirement plan with employer match.
Thruway Fasteners, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to engaging a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. The chosen candidate must successfully pass pre-employment (post offer) background check and drug s creen.