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Job Title
Inventory Ctrl Assistant
Contact Phone #
954-985-6650
Date Posted
03/08/2010
Number Of Positions Available
1
Location
Wichita, KS
Length
Job Description
Candidate Requirements

• Part-time opportunity for an experienced Inventory Control Clerk.
• The Inventory Control Clerk’s primary objective is to effectively and accurately manage serial-number controlled special programmable thermostats as part of the Westar Energy® EfficiencyWorksSM WattSaverSM Demand Response thermostat program.
• The successful candidate will control serial numbered, Demand Response thermostats and field supplies in support of this program.
• Reports to, and works under general supervision of, the Field Supervisor.

GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:
• Part-time inventory control.
• This position provides security and accountability of inventory through transaction documentation, process and procedure verification, and system review.
• The successful candidate would need experience and good judgment to plan and accomplish a variety of inventory control tasks in a timely manner.

TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Assists with program’s logistics plans to ensure efficient distribution of products to support field operations; Monitors inventory levels, production speed and product demand to help determine reorder levels which will ensure product availability and minimize inventory costs.
• Ensures security and accountability of inventory through transaction documentation, process and procedure verification, and system review.
• Conducts physical inventories and leads inventory counts.
• Analyzes and, when able, corrects inventory count discrepancies.
• Conducts monthly “snapshot” physical inventories; analyzes and corrects count discrepancies.
• Compiles and documents all inventory transactions for data entry.
• Provides product testing, RMA processing, data entry, and physical inventory control/reporting.
• Position includes—but is not limited to—light restacking, rearranging, placarding of multiple types of devices/equipment.
• Ensures accuracy of inventory documentation; Ensures security and accountability of inventory; Audits incoming and outgoing shipments to assure quality and accuracy
• Adopts safety and quality goals of program management
• Assists with managing truck inventory of product and field supplies
• Participate in ongoing training as necessary.
• Other related duties as assigned
• Some travel may be required within Energy service territory.
• Worker will be required to provide personal transportation for some field support, deliveries, etc. (mileage reimbursable).

SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Must be able to inventory accurately; light materials handling and inventory experience a must
• Detail and quality orientation a must
• Computer literacy; Word, Excel, and ability to learn program specific software
• Valid Drivers License; clean driving record; reliable transportation
• Proven outstanding communications skills; Proven excellent work attendance record
• 1-3 years of experience in the field or in a related area, a plus
• Understanding of HVAC systems, energy management, a plus

SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS:
• Must be technically apt to conduct device testing and data entry, physically able to safely stack lightweight cartons, use light material handling equipment (carts), but none motorized.
• Must have proven ability to work unsupervised, and be able daily to make good high-production decisions.
• A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required.
• Work is typically performed in a controlled indoor environment; Worker will very seldom be expected to lift items weighing more than lbs.; as condition of employment, must provide own industrial safety work shoes with at least 4" tops.
• Education Level: High School Graduate

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