Lead - Procurement MRO Inventory - Shift

Job Details

• Reports to:
  
  Supervisor
• FLSA Status:
  Non-Exempt
• Shift: 1st
• Employment Category:
  Full-Time Regular
• Pay Range: $21.50 - $23.50

Bolthouse Fresh Foods is a leader in carrot production, serving as a grower, packer, processor, and shipper. Headquartered in Bakersfield, California, we are a proud employer to 1,600 dedicated individuals. Since 1915, we have been committed to growing and producing high-quality carrots, and today, we are one of North America’s largest growers and distributors of fresh carrots for cooking and snacking.

Additionally, we supply premium natural ingredients for the food and beverage industry. With over a century of excellence, Bolthouse Fresh™ products are available at major retailers across North America.

• Assign, coordinate, and oversee daily work activities for Inventory Clerks.
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of all inventory and transaction records within JDE and SharePoint systems.
• Provide operational support by assisting with inventory counts and front-counter coverage during staff absences.
• Oversee inventory control, receiving, scheduling, clerical operations, safety compliance, quality assurance, and technology utilization.
• Identify and report damaged or discrepant materials to the appropriate personnel.
• Perform general labor tasks such as assembling maintenance kits, relocating mechanical components, and unloading deliveries.
• Monitor and control the distribution of materials and parts to various departments.
• Collaborate with supervisors and managers across departments to resolve sourcing and availability of materials.
• Plan, delegate, and track project tasks to ensure deadlines are met.
• Train and coach Inventory Clerks on job functions and daily responsibilities.
• Create and submit requisitions for repairs of motors and other equipment through maintenance or external vendors.
• Review, verify, and edit accuracy of orders entered by team members.
• Communicate daily operational updates and issues to supervisory staff.
• Ensure departments are compliant with company policies, procedures, and safety standards.
• Coordinate and reconcile cycle counts, investigating and resolving inventory variances.
• Maintain compliance with chemical handling and material storage requirements.
• Performs other assigned duties and/or projects to support business needs.

• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously with attention to accuracy and precision.
• Must be able to participate in all training programs.
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be a motivated, driven individual who frequently seeks out challenges and inspires others to accomplish their objectives.
• Knowledgeable in identifying and resolving problems in a timely manner.
• Must be able to adapt to a changing work environment.
• Ability to quickly learn complex computer programs.
• Familiar with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Effective communication with subordinates and supervisors.

• High School/GED or 3-5 years’ experience in inventory control or warehouse operations or a combination of both education and experience.
• Forklift Certification or the ability to obtain forklift certification within 30 days of hire.
• Must have a verifiable history of safe vehicle operation and meet company standards for driving eligibility, including a clean driving record verified through a background check.

• Associate’s degree in business or a related field.
• Leadership experience in an inventory environment.

• Environmental exposure: hot/humid conditions (95 °Fahrenheit or above).
• Environmental exposure: cold/wet conditions (40 °Fahrenheit or below).
• Occasional exposure to fumes, airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals.
• May require sitting or standing for an extended period during the work period.
• May require lifting, pushing, pulling, and/or carrying items up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to use hands and arms to grasp, manipulate, and handle scanning objects in one position or in a repetitive motion for an extended period of time.
• Capacity to stand for an extended period of time and ascend/descend ramps, steps, ladders, or stairs using three-point…