Warehouse Inventory Clerk

Shank's, a subsidiary of Universal Ingredients, is a premier manufacturer of vanilla extracts, other extracts, natural and artificial flavors, food colors, syrups, and sauces. Shank's quality products are widely distributed to industrial, private-label, and grocery customers worldwide.

Universal Ingredients

Universal Ingredients is a global supplier of high-quality, plant-based specialty ingredients for human and pet consumption. With thousands of products and global sourcing capabilities, we provide customized, value-added solutions - including fruit and vegetable juices and concentrates, dehydrated ingredients, botanical extracts, flavors, and beverage systems - for food and beverage manufacturers worldwide.

Our advanced production capabilities, including aseptic beverage processing and flexible packaging solutions, enable safe, shelf-stable products with no preservatives. At the heart of our innovation is our Application Capabilities Lab, where food science experts collaborate with customers to develop market-ready solutions through product development, flavor analysis, sensory testing, and commercialization support.

Driven by innovation, sustainability, and partnership, Universal Ingredients helps customers stay ahead of evolving consumer preferences while delivering consistent quality, functionality, and performance across global markets.

Available Immediately Upon Hire: Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, HSA, EAP, ID Theft, 401K, and PTO.

Disclaimer: Shank's Extracts manufactures various products that identify as major food allergens (milk, eggs, tree nuts, wheat, and soybeans) as well as several other food ingredients. We cannot guarantee you will not be exposed to skin and/or odor contact with these various ingredients. Your health and safety are our number one priority, and we will do our best to accommodate within reason.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION:

The primary purpose of this position is to perform a variety of responsible administrative, clerical, and warehouse operations duties to support the daily operations of the Warehouse Department.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Verifies physical inventory counts and reconciliations, which include but are not limited to monthly cycle counts, inventory movement validation, and adjustment reports to ensure accuracy across all buildings.
• Verifies clerical computations against the physical count of stock and adjusts errors in computation or count. Investigate and report reasons for discrepancies.
• Collaborates with multiple departments to resolve inventory discrepancies and perform root cause analysis to find solutions.
• Monitor inventory in high volume locations and ensure product is properly transferred and moved between departments.
• Responsible for using strong interpersonal skills to interact daily with all department managers to gather information and improve upon inventory processes.
• Works in conjunction with Warehouse leadership to accurately assess, track, and forecast warehouse space availability needs.
• Verifies accurate internal truck inventory movements between buildings and ensures they are being accurately recorded in ERP systems.
• Monitor and accurately account for items for disposal purposes. Ensure appropriate paperwork and documentation are completed.
• Coordinate with the warehouse department to locate and repair any damaged pallets or product.
• Locate and verify product weights against receipt and ERP inventory systems.
• Perform duties and responsibilities in conjunction with safety standards, protocols, and expectations.
• Pulls samples as needed and adjusts them in the ERP systems.
• Performs various tasks in the ERP system to ensure company processes are being followed.
• Works in conjunction with Quality Assurance, and other departments as needed, to monitor product shelf-life status and consumption rates to ensure FIFO status is maintained.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL/SKILLS NEEDED:

• Managing inventory cycle counts.
• Must possess strong interpersonal skills and an ability to interact well with all department managers and employees in gathering needed information to constantly improve and update inventory.
• Microsoft Office Suite (Excel/Outlook)
• Must have a strong understanding of ERP systems and exhibit a strong understanding of computers.
• Strong understanding of business processes, concepts, and terms related to manufacturing Preferred.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and be able to communicate well with others.
• Able to work as a strong team player in a group but also perform independently.
• Needs to be a 'self-starter'.
• Detail-oriented, able to develop and extract reports from ERP system, and track information as needed and/or as requested.
• Strong troubleshooting/reasoning skills.
• Ability to successfully multi-task with good planning/prioritizing skills.
• Strong basic math skill
• Ability to operate a forklift safely according to company safety protocol.
• English comprehension including speaking, reading, and writing is required for our business's necessity to ensure a safe and effective work environment.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 1-2 years of experience working with ERP systems and inventory control preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• May require the employee to frequently lift and/or carry up to thirty (30) pounds.
• Required to stand, sit, for an entire shift.
• Requires frequent pushing and pulling up to fifty (30) pounds.
• Requires infrequent repetitive motion.
• Requires bending, twisting, stooping, and squatting.
• Must be able to work in various indoor temperatures including elevated heat, humidity, and cold.
• Infrequently exposed to elevated noise levels which occur below OSHA thresholds.
• Exposure to various spices and food manufacturing smells throughout a work shift.
• Requires frequent visual quality control observations.
• Ability to climb up and down a step stool ladder.
• Required to wear Personal Protective Equipment [PPE]
• Required to follow Good Manufacturing Practices [GMPs]
• Exposure to food allergens such as, but not limited to, milk eggs, tree nuts, wheat, and soybeans will occur.

Conduct, Quality, Integrity, and Culture

Conduct: We will conduct every aspect of our business with honesty, integrity, and openness, respecting human rights and the interests of our employees, customers, and third parties.

Quality: Shank's is committed to food safety and product quality. We employ extensive food safety programs and controls at all levels. Our quality standards and food safety procedures are thoroughly being evaluated internally and externally. We continuously strive to improve our performance.

Integrity: Shank's and its employees will not offer, give, seek or receive, either directly or indirectly, improper inducements for business or financial gain. Where information is confidential, that confidentiality must be protected.

Culture: Shank's respects the cultural values of our employees, contractors, and customers. We also promote a balanced work-life environment. We recognize and celebrate our employees for their hard work and the contributions they make to our company.

Shanks Core Values:

ASPIRATION: Share a vision for achievement

ACCOUNTABILITY: Support company reputation

ADAPTABILITY: Evolve to meet business needs