Herff Jones hiring Inventory Control Coordinator in Champaign, Illinois, United States | LinkedIn (2024)

Position Title: Inventory Control Processor

Location: Champaign, IL

Starting Minimum Pay: $19.50/hour

THE MOST TRUSTED NAME IN CELEBRATING STUDENT MILESTONES – HERFF JONESHerff Jones is the leading provider of graduation and educational products and services designed to inspire achievement and create memorable experiences for students. Herff Jones' products include class rings and jewelry, caps and gowns, yearbooks, diplomas, frames, announcements, and Greek accessories as well as motivation and recognition programs. Since 1920, our team has worked alongside students, faculty, and staff on campuses nationwide to help build a stronger community and celebrate student milestones. Our continued success relies on hiring extraordinary talent, with a passion for making a difference and eagerness to roll up the sleeves, to help us write the story of our next 100 years.

Your OpportunityThe Herff Jones Operations team, based in Champaign, IL is looking for an Inventory Control Processor to join our team. The Inventory Control Processor is responsible for managing the daily inventory operations by effectively initiating and coordinating procedures and policies within our Cap and Gown facility. This role will require maintaining high levels of accuracy in day-to-day operations, support our inventory control processes and provide exceptional service to both our internal and external partners. We are looking for creative and dedicated individuals who will fit with our collaborative culture. If you have strong experience in warehouse and inventory control, we encourage you to apply.

Here's How You’ll Make An ImpactReporting to the Inventory Control Lead, the Inventory Processor’s primary job function is to sort, count, and input inventory quantities into the Inventory Control System.

• Verify inventory levels and locations.
• Material handler activities such as handling and putting away fabric
• Slot discrete locations.
• Perform cycle counts as needed.
• Remove obsolete items from stock and input into inventory accordingly.
• Additional tasks as necessary.

What You’ll Bring To The Table

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Equipment – Must have experience using computer-based inventory systems (computers, laptop, scanners, etc.)
• Communication - Must have good communication skills (verbal and written).
• Software - Experience using Microsoft suite required / Oracle or ERP experience a plus.
• Experience – Background in Inventory, Production/Material Control and/or Purchasing are helpful.
• Other – math, critical thinking skills, teamwork, and organization skills required.

Physical ActivitiesDaily activity includes but is not limited to:

• Lifting, carrying, sitting, grasping, reaching, standing, kneeling, walking, bending, twisting.
• Reading, communication, simple math.
• Standing on a fatigue mat in a specific area throughout a 10 hour+ shift.
• Be able to regularly lift/move up to 50lbs.
• Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to above moderate.

JOIN THE BEST TEAM ON THE FIELD IN SPORT, SPIRIT & ACHIEVEMENTAbout Herff JonesIndianapolis-based Herff Jones is the leading provider of graduation and educational products and services designed to inspire achievement and create memorable experiences for students. Herff Jones’ products include class rings and jewelry, caps and gowns, diplomas and announcements as well as motivation and recognition programs. Focused on building long-term relationships through a nationwide network of over 1,400 employees and sales partners, the professionals at Herff Jones have been helping elevate the student experience throughout the lifelong journey of education for more than 100 years. For more information about Herff Jones, please visit www.herffjones.com.

Herff Jones, Inc. and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and maintain affirmative action plans to recruit, retain, develop, and promote qualified individuals without unlawful consideration of race, gender, gender identity, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Herff Jones strives to maintain a work environment free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, where associates are treated with respect and dignity.