Materials Clerk

We are looking for a Materials/ Inventory Control Clerk to support our expected new repack and fulfillment facility near South Bend, IN. The Clerk will support daily operations by managing inventory, tracking supplies, and ensuring efficient material flow to meet production needs.Initial operations will typically run one day shift, Monday through Friday, but may change based on customer needs and program growth.Key Skills & Competencies

1. MATERIAL COORDINATION & Inventory AccuracyCritical Skills: attention to detail, inventory control, workflow consistency, basic math, English literacy, reliabilityResponsibilities:

Coordinate picking activities to meet production schedule requirements.Prepare work orders for handoff to production staff.Coordinate the return of materials back into the warehouse following production use.Verify material counts for accuracy and post systematic adjustments as needed.Monitor daily cycle counts of production and packaging materials. Coordinate with customer for replenishment requests.Verify the condition of all stock to ensure usability and compliance with quality standards.Record and monitor the inventory of materials, ensuring accurate counts and timely updates to inventory records.Schedule inbound material deliveries from suppliers.Manage inventory levels of raw and finished goods.Manage schedule of materials per customer schedule.Communicate with the customer and OEM plants as needed.Perform data entry for inventory and non-inventory items, including purchase orders and receipts.Maintain complete, accurate material flow to support uninterrupted production operations.

2. Operational Support & Continuous ImprovementCritical Skills: organization, problem-solving, process development, independenceResponsibilities:

Promote and maintain a safe work environment through compliance with company procedures and best practices.Maintain relevant procedures, processes, and work instructions related to material handling and inventory control.Identify opportunities for process improvement and support enhancements to documentation, material handling, inventory management, or workflow.Perform additional duties as assigned to support operational efficiency.Utilize all required systems, programs, and equipment to effectively complete assigned tasks.

3. Communication & Team CollaborationCritical Skills: communication, collaboration, task coordination, written and verbal communicationResponsibilities:

Communicate regularly and effectively with team members and leadership.Ensure smooth information flow to support material movement and production readiness.Collaborate with internal teams to resolve material issues quickly and accurately.Demonstrate reliability, follow‑through, and a positive approach to support the team.

4. Additional ResponsibilitiesPerform other duties as assigned to support facility operations and customer needs.Required Qualifications & Experience

Minimum of 1 year in warehousing or distribution - automotive preferredCandidates must be willing and able to wear steel‑toe safety boots as required in the facility.High school diploma or equivalent - preferred

Physical Requirements

Activity

Never

Occasional.25-2.4 hrs. daily

Frequent2.5-5.4 hrs. daily

Continuous5.5-8 hrs. daily

Sit

X

Stand

X

Walk

X

Drive

X

Reach Above

X

Push/Pull

X

Bend/Stoop

X

Fine Manipulation

X

Lift/Carry

0-10 lbs.

X

10-20 lbs.

X

20-50 lbs.

X

50-100 lbs.

X

Over 100 lbs.

X

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