Inventory Specialist

Food Safety Net Services
life insurance, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, Texas, Grand Prairie
Feb 19, 2025
Certified Group is committed to delivering expert solutions and quality testing our customers can feel confident in - on time, every time - so the world can trust in what it consumes. As a leading North American provider of laboratory testing, regulatory consulting, and certification & audit services, Certified Group includes Food Safety Net Services (FSNS), FSNS Certification & Audit, Certified Laboratories, EAS Consulting Group, and Labstat International Inc. Certified Group provides analytical testing and regulatory guidance services in the food & beverage, dietary supplements & NHP, cosmetics, OTC, personal care, tobacco, nicotine, cannabis, and hemp industries. We have embarked on an important journey to unify and strengthen our culture by living these core values: Start with the Customer, Drive to Deliver, Commit to Safety and Quality, and Believe in the Team - including believing in you. We are currently looking for a Inventory Specialist to join our growing team! Job Summary: Assemble and maintain records of quantity, type, and value of material, equipment, merchandise, or supplies stocked in inventory Count material, equipment, merchandise and/or in-stock supplies and post totals to inventory records Compare inventories to records to obtain current inventory Verify clerical computations against physical count of stock and adjust errors in computation or count; investigate and report reasons for discrepancies Compile information on receipt or disbursement of material, equipment, merchandise or supplies and compute inventory balance, price, and cost Prepare reports, such as inventory balance, price lists and shortages Inspect unacceptable goods or supplies to determine source of problem and recommend corrective action Review all purchase documents to ensure they are reflective of the quoted price and quality of the requisition with the vendor and handle discrepancies within limitations and scope of authority Maintain effective communication with all internal customers Perform all administrative and other accounting duties as assigned Research and compare costs for new items and make suggestions of most suitable items to lab and/or corporate management Maintain the organization and cleanliness of all inventory areas. Assisting with managing priorities and schedule such that individual goals as well as team goals are achieved with encouraged participation in the Food Safety Net Services Team Responsible for the safety of oneself and others working within their area Responsible for the completion of required training PHYSICAL DEMANDS Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse and to handle other communications/computer components Potential exposure to odors, fumes, airborne particles, hazardous chemicals, and microbiological pathogens Noise level varies from quiet to loud Temperature varies from hot to cold Interactive and fast-paced team-oriented tasks Overnight Travel is required at the discretion of management Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Color vision and depth perception Benefits: Progressive 401k Retirement Savings Plan Employer Paid Short- Term and Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance Group Medical Tuition Reimbursement Flexible Spending Accounts Dental Paid Holidays and Time Off Many positions which qualify for the company bonus program Certified Group values diversity in its workforce. The company is firmly committed to a policy of Equal Opportunity and will administer its policies in a manner that treats each employee and applicant for employment on the basis of merit. Certified Group will take affirmative action to seek out qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, handicap, or veteran status.