Logistics Specialist

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 Control 1 to join our growing teamJob Summary:Coordinate the activities involved in procuring and maintaining records of material, equipment, merchandise, or supplies.Essential Responsibilities:Assemble and maintain records of quantity, type, and value of material, equipment, merchandise, or suppliesstocked in inventoryCount material, equipment, merchandise and/or in-stock supplies and post totals to inventory recordsCompare inventories to records to obtain current inventoryVerify clerical computations against physical count of stock and adjust errors in computation or count; investigateand report reasons for discrepanciesCompile information on receipt or disbursement of material, equipment, merchandise or supplies and computeinventory balance, price, and costPrepare reports, such as inventory balance, price lists and shortagesInspect unacceptable goods or supplies to determine source of problem and recommend corrective actionReview all purchase documents to ensure they are reflective of the quoted price and quality of the requisitionwith the vendor and handle discrepancies within limitations and scope of authorityMaintain effective communication with all internal customersPerform all administrative and other accounting duties as assignedResearch and compare costs for new items and make suggestions of most suitable items to lab and/or corporatemanagementMaintain 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 withencouraged participation in the Food Safety Net Services TeamResponsible for the safety of oneself and others working within their areaResponsible for the completion of required trainingEducation & Experience:High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required1 or more years of inventory management and control experience requiredMathematical Skills:Calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area,circumference, and volumeApply concepts of basic algebra and geometryProcesses proficient computer skills and can use MS Office suite of productsReasoning Ability & Independent Judgment:Apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructionsAbility to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situationsGeneral Requirements:Strong organizational skills and ability to execute manual detailed tasksFlexible schedulesWork under stress with interruptions and deadlinesAbility to think logicallyRequired to wear appropriate protective clothingRequired to use appropriate protective equipmentBenefits:Progressive 401k Retirement Savings PlanEmployer Paid Short- Term and Long-Term Disability, and Life InsuranceGroup MedicalTuition ReimbursementFlexible Spending AccountsDentalPaid Holidays and Time OffCertified 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.Monday to Friday (some weekends) 9am-6pm