Stock Control Operator (Us)

Job title: Stock Control Operator

Reports to: Stock Control Supervisor

Location: Lakeland, FL USA

The Opportunity

The stock control operator role is an integral part of our operation. Key aspects of this role revolve around pulling and placing inventory and packaging in designated W.I.P areas and returning stock back into inventory in agreement to SLAs using forklifts or pallet jacks. Operators will need to document and communicate any shortages, any inventory that could not be found, all downtime and keep workload records as required. Cycle counts verifying our stock records are accurate is also a very important role in this team. Each operator is responsible for keeping all areas of the warehouse clean and free of debris.

What it's like to work here

We've been making the world taste better since 1886 and sell over 3000 products in more than 90 countries, but we're only just getting started. We're on an exciting journey and have ambitious plans to become the indispensable partner of choice for the world's leading flavor and fragrance houses, beverage and consumer brands.

On joining Treatt, you'll become one of over 300 international experts, working together to collectively surprise and delight our customers. Nothing is more important to us than the happiness of our people as without them, we'd never succeed.

We think Treatt's a great place to work, but don't just take our word for it:

"Everyone wants your feedback and opinion; it feels like a place of study where nurturing and encouragement are the standard. It is very clear the hard work that goes into providing excellence for customers, but it is also very apparent that managers have the same goals for helping us all to progress." - Anita, Innovation Scientist

"Joining my close and supportive team was the most enjoyable way to gain more skills and increase my knowledge" - Ashley, Distillation Control Team Leader

"Treatt creates an environment to help you be the best you can, with no two days the same and opportunities always available to help you learn and develop. The people and the culture create a fantastic company to be part of" - Rebecca, Commercial Coordinator

What you'll be doing

• Ensure orderly distribution to all W.I.P areas.

• Return completed goods from all W.I.P areas back to inventory.

• Upkeep of accurate stock records on JDE.

• Feed packaging to all operation areas.

• Locates materials and supplies by pulling and verifying materials and supplies per pull sheets.

• Maintains material handling equipment by completing pre-use inspections and reporting any needed repairs.

• Perform cycle counts as required.

• Operates forklifts, pallet jacks, and other machinery to move items safely.

• Keep inventory and W.I.P areas clean.

• Learns and adheres to workplace safety regulations.

What we're looking for

• High School Diploma or GED.

• Previous stock or inventory experience a plus.

• Previous experience operating a forklift or pallet jack is a plus.

• Previous Material Handler experience preferred but not required.

• Ability to regularly practice safe work habits.

• Ability to work overtime including nights and weekends when business needs require.

• Ability to perform basic math equations.

• Ability to read, write and produce legible written documentation.

• Ability to safely and efficiency operate a forklift in warehouse and production environments.

• Ability to walk, kneel and stoop on a regular basis.

• Ability to twist, bend, stretch and climb on a regular basis.

• Ability to lift to 50 pounds on a regular basis.

• Valid forklift certification.

• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Procedures (GMP).

• Ability to read and understand Material safety data sheets (MSDS)

We want you to love your work and bring that energy to the job every day, no matter what the task. You'll be someone who keeps up to date with the latest technologies and is always willing to share their knowledge with colleagues.

Our department is busy. We need someone who can run with the pack but also bring their own personality to their work.

You should be personable, friendly and supportive, acknowledging that you'll get to work with colleagues from all seniority levels across all departments on a daily basis.

What we'll do for you

We offer an excellent package which includes a competitive salary; vacation time as well as the opportunity to purchase additional vacation, we also offer a discretionary annual bonus, medical (including family cover), dental and vision coverage, AFLAC, 401k employer matching up to 6%, company-paid short term and long-term disability insurance, company-paid life insurance and stock purchase options.

With the encouragement and development, you need we help you to become your ultimate you. Beyond building a successful career, we also support the wishes and ambitions of our staff outside of the office in achieving a health work/life balance - the wellbeing of our staff is paramount to us, which we actively promote and support by regularly delivering a variety of wellbeing initiatives. There will also be opportunities to be actively involved in community and charity projects and to take part in numerous subsidized social events.

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