Inventory Assistant
DSV - New Berlin, WI
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Inventory Assistant Location: New Berlin, WI Division: Contract Logistics Position Summary: The Inventory Control Clerk is responsible for computer data entry which is required for receipts, shipments, and inventory maintenance. The Inventory Clerk is responsible for assisting the supervisor/manager in ensuring the facility is in compliance with quality standards. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Maintain accurate warehouse inventory Direct customer interface to answer questions and resolve issues Return material coming from customer to factory Function autonomously, reporting progress and issues to supervisor/management Follow company policies, guidelines, and procedures Maintain appropriate records and reports to ensure inventory control and security. Conduct physical inventory as required. Assist in conduct daily/monthly "in-house" cycle count when required, support shipping/receiving in locating missing items throughout facility. Perform safety audits per operation requirements. Report and correct any unsafe operations Participate in daily start-up and staff meetings as required. Assist supervision as needed. Use PC skills for e-mail and generating reports as required. Initiate action to prevent the occurrence of any non-conformities relating to product, process, and quality system; to identify and record any problems relating to the product, process, and quality system; to initiate, recommend, or provide solutions through designated channels; to verify the implementation of solutions. Review/investigate issues with inbound and/or outbound functions including unloading, checking, orderly stacking, storing, order pulling, staging, labeling, and loading. Ship material to the factory upon client requests inventory. Notify management when procedures require updates. Maintain a clean, neat and orderly work area. Perform housekeeping audits per operation requirements. Other Duties (Site Specific): Assist leadership as needed. Able to work flexible schedules, including nights and weekends, as required by the operation. Participate in established cross training matrix activities with the opportunity to improve their knowledge in multiple departments and be able to assist as a backup associate when the need may rise. Work overtime as dictated by business whether mandatory or voluntary Performs other duties as assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities: None Minimum Required Qualifications: Education and/or Experience: Must have a high school diploma or general education degree (GED). 6 months experience working in a logistics/distribution/relevant environment. Must be able to work in unregulated temperatures within the warehouse during the warmer and colder months can range from mild to moderate. Skills, Knowledge and Abilities: Computer Skills: Basic computer skills RF Scanners WMS functions Language Skills: English (reading, writing, verbal) Mathematical Skills: Basic to intermediate level to verify quantities of product, count inventory, or perform other duties associated with handling, storing, and distributing client products. Other: Strong attention to detail accuracy and accomplish job task in a timely manner. Ability to perform duties with minimal supervision or guidance. Must be able to effectively adapt to change and thrive in a stimulating, fast-paced work environment. Preferred Qualifications: 1-3 years' experience working in an inventory department Physical Demands: Occasionally Handling/Fingering, Sitting Frequently Bending Constantly Walking and Standing Ability to Lift/Carry and Push/Pull 21-50 pounds Reach above shoulder, reach outward, squat, or kneel. Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee rarely is exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. Reasonable Accommodations Statement: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The Company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the Company reserves the right to change this position description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the Company may deem appropriate. Actual compensation will be determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, skills, education, certifications, and geographic location, in accordance with applicable laws and company policy.
Created: 2026-04-07