About this role
<div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Company / Location Information</H2> </div><div><p><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">A.O. Smith is a global leader applying innovative technologies and energy-efficient solutions to products manufactured and marketed worldwide. The company is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of residential and commercial water heating equipment and boilers, as well as a manufacturer of water treatment products for residential and light commercial applications. A. O. Smith is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, with approximately 12,000 employees at operations in the United States, Canada, China, India, Mexico, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom.</span></span></p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Primary Function</H2> </div><div><p><span>The Inventory Control Associate is responsible for maintaining inventory accuracy through daily cycle counts, bin maintenance, and ensuring proper flow of materials and finished goods within warehouse and production areas.</span><span> </span></p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Responsibilities</H2> </div><div><div> <div> <p><span>Complete daily cycle counts to ensure inventory accuracy </span><span> </span></p> </div> <div> <p><span>Perform daily bin maintenance activities </span><span> </span></p> </div> <div> <p><span>Research and report inventory discrepancies to the Inventory Control Supervisor </span><span> </span></p> <p><span>Ensure FIFO is followed</span></p> <p><span>Operate a fork lift</span></p> </div> <div> <p><span>Utilize Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) to prepare spreadsheets, charts, graphs, and monthly inventory status reports </span><span> </span></p> </div> <div> <p><span>Execute inventory transfers to correct discrepancies </span><span> </span></p> </div> </div> <div> <div> <p><span>Assist LTOs during system or radio failures or periods of increased product demand </span><span> </span></p> </div> <div> <p><span>Ensure timely supply of raw materials and components to production areas </span><span> </span></p> </div> <div> <p><span>Accurately record finished goods into the appropriate warehouse locations </span><span> </span></p> </div> <div> <p><span>Perform additional duties as assigned</span><span> </span></p> </div> </div></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Qualifications</H2> </div><div><div> <p><span>High School Diploma or GED</span><span> </span></p> </div> <div> <p><span>Minimum of 1 year of related inventory, warehouse, or logistics experience</span><span> </span></p> </div> <div> <p><span>Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office and email usage</span><span> </span></p> </div> <div> <p><span>Experience with inventory management systems (WMS or ERP preferred)</span><span> </span></p> </div> <div> <p><span>Strong written and verbal communication skills</span><span> </span></p> </div> <div> <p><span>Strong organizational skills with attention to detail</span><span> </span></p> </div> <div> <p><span>Self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team</span><span> </span></p> </div> <div> <p><span>Effective communication and interpersonal skills</span><span> </span></p> </div> <div> <p><span>Ability to work in a fast-paced warehouse or manufacturing environment</span><span> </span></p> </div> <div> <p><span>Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines</span><span> </span></p> </div> <div> </div></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Education</H2> </div><div><div>High School Diploma or GED</div></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Physical Requirements</H2> </div><ul style="margin-top:0.0;margin-bottom:0.0"><li>Prolonged periods of sitting/standing and frequent bending and reaching. </li><li>The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds, and with assistance </li></ul></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">We Offer</H2> </div><div><p><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits plans which include medical and dental insurance, company-sponsored life insurance, retirement security savings plan, short- and long-term disability programs and tuition assistance.</span></span></p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">ADA Statement & EEO Statement</H2> </div><div><p><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">In developing this job description care was taken to include all competencies needed to successfully perform in this position. However, for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) purposes, the essential functions of the job may or may not have been described for purposes of ADA reasonable accommodation. All reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis.</span></span></p><p> </p><p> </p><p><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">We consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, marital or military status. We also provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law.</span></span></p><p> </p></div></div></div>