Inventory & Shipping Lead

Job Title: Inventory & Shipping Lead Location: On-Site in Windber, PA Shift: Second-Shift 11:00a.m. - 7:00p.m. Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

About Us

For over 40 years, Kitron Group has been leading the way in manufacturing and assembly of electronics for daily use around the world. Our focus on the values of Commitment, Innovation, and Engagement has enabled us to become a leading global electronics manufacturing services (EMS) company. Our U.S.-based facility, Kitron Technologies, is continuing to expand and add to our team.

Why Work for Us? At Kitron, we have a team of highly-skilled and trained colleagues. Working for us means you get access to ongoing learning and development opportunities, as well as our industry-leading benefits offerings, such as: Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Volunteer Time Off (VTO) Medical, dental, and vision insurance Employee-Assistance Program (EAP) Company-paid life insurance, short term disability, and long term disability 401(k) with company match 9/80 work schedule Additional voluntary benefits Hear from a Kitron Employee Check out the link below to learn directly from one of Kitron's tenured employees about her experience working for the company.

Hint: She talks directly to candidates near the end of the video! Click here or copy and paste into your browser: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=APZBCNRYp. Kg About the Role ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES/ FUNCTIONS Compares inventories to office records or computes figures from records, such as sales orders, production records or purchase invoices to obtain current inventory.

Analyzes inventory levels, production speed and product demand to determine re-order levels which will ensure product availability and minimize inventory costs. Compiles information on receipt or disbursement of material, equipment, merchandise or supplies and computes inventory balance, price and cost. Examines shipment contents and compare with records, such as manifests, invoices, or orders, to verify accuracy.

Requisitions and store shipping materials and supplies to maintain inventory of stock. Troubleshoot quantity discrepancies with manufacturing and inspection personnel. Conducts daily inventory analysis to solve inventory problems Prepares documents, such as work orders, bills of lading, or shipping orders, to route materials.

Packs, seals, labels, or affixes postage to prepare materials for shipping, using hand tools, power tools, or postage meter. Records shipment data, such as weight, charges, space availability, damages, or discrepancies, for reporting, accounting, or record keeping purposes. Receives and signs for all incoming shipments opens incoming packages to verify item quantity, reports any shortages or overage and receives per stocking unit of measure Delivers or route materials to departments using hand-truck, conveyor, or sorting bins.

Contacts carrier representatives to plan or to issue instructions for shipping and delivery of materials. Notifies lead or supervisor of issues in a timely manner. Determines shipping methods, routes, or rates for materials to be shipped. Comply with requirements according to procedures in the quality system. Follows 5S procedures.

Other job-related duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/ KSA High School Diploma/GED Experience using computers Ability to communicate effectively orally and in written Ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules Ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted Ability to use box sealing tape, scales, postage meters, shrink wrap packaging vacuum, box cutters, & hand trucks Ability to manage time effectively Knowledge of basic mathematics Ability to document and manage files Ability to compare similarities and differences quickly and accurately among sets of letters, numbers Ability to Actively Listen PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience with barcode scanners & printers Proficient with Microsoft Outlook, Excel & Word Knowledge of algebra & geometry Skilled at critical thinking - sing logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems Ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong WORKING CONDITIONS Typical working conditions at Kitron are indoors, safe, well lit, temperature controlled, low exposure to noxious fumes or offensive odors, clean and sanitary conditions with average light industrial noise.

Production areas have machinery with moving parts. Static dissipative smock, and shoes are required. Offices with locking doors, meeting rooms, and common printing areas are well lit, clean, low noise, and temperature controlled with no exposure to noxious fumes or offensive odors. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Stand Walk Sit Climb Stoop/Kneel Crouch/Crawl Talk/Hear/Comprehend English Vision -- Near Far Color Dexterity -- Fingers Manual Lift/Carry without assistance Arm/Hand Steadiness Pre-Employment Requirements All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and pre-employment drug screening.

These screenings are conducted in accordance with applicable laws and help us maintain a safe and secure workplace. Statements Kitron is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). EEO policies cover all employees and employment programs, management practices and decisions to include recruiting, hiring, promotions, transfers, training and career development, benefits, and separation.

All employees and applicants for employment shall be given fair treatment and equal employment opportunity regardless of their race, color, religion, age (40 and over), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy status, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, political affiliation, or other prohibited non-merit factors.

Kitron Technologies is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Kitron will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at 814-467-9779.

The employee must be able to perform the essential job duties/functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.