Inventory Coordinator

Current Opportunities with The Jel Sert Company

The Jel Sert Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Location: Remote (work from home) In State Candidates Only

Minimum Salary: $21.25 - $0 Per Hour

Employment Type: Regular Full Time

Shift: 1st Shift

Scheduled

Work Hours:

8:00 am - 4:30 pm, Monday - Friday and OT as required

The Jel Sert Company marks a major milestone this year, 100 years of success, innovation, and industry leadership. The Jel Sert Company has focused on creating high-quality, high-value foods and beverages that help bring people together. Jel Sert is proud of being awarded the Great Place to Work certification, along with being recognized as a Best Workplace to Work in Chicago and Best Workplace to Work in Manufacturing and Production.

We are currently looking for a passionate and dedicated individual to join our team as an Inventory Coordinator . If you are looking for a work environment that encourages personal growth, responsibility, and a shared vision for creating incredible products that help create lasting memories, then Jel Sert wants you!

The Inventory Coordinator oversees packaging inventory movement from plant and outside warehouses to support production schedules.

This position will require the employee to work overtime as needed. Overtime is scheduled based upon individual job responsibilities and the needs of the department.

• Manage flow of materials between warehouse and plant to ensure materials are available for production and communicate any changes accordingly.
• Ensure inventory meets the demands and expedite/de‑expedite materials to prevent shortages/overages.
• Maintain inventory database for plant and outside locations in QAD.
• Oversee cycle count adjustments and returns of materials from production.
• Support co-packing operations by ensuring materials are available based on production needs.
• Work with MRP Analysts on movement of inventory as well as adjustments.
• Special projects and other assignments as required.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• 2+ years inventory experience within a manufacturing environment required.
• Food & Beverage or Pharmaceuticals industry experience a plus.
• Experience with MRP systems required; QAD and WISE preferred.
• College degree preferred but not required.

• High attention to detail and accuracy while managing multiple tasks and projects with specific deadlines.
• Solid time management skills with strong organizational skills.
• Self‑Starter with the ability to multi‑task in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to work independently within a team environment required.
• Strong working knowledge and proficiency with Excel and Microsoft Office.

Jel Sert Company is committed to pay transparency and will provide further compensation information during the interview process. The minimum compensation for the Inventory Coordinator is $21.25 per hour. Actual compensation will be determined upon an offer. Compensation is determined by a candidate’s experience, education, skills, training, and internal equity within our organization. In addition to a competitive compensation package, regular full‑time corporate employees of Jel Sert are eligible for our extensive benefits programs, which can be reviewed here .

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Reaching:
  Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
• Sitting:
  Ability to sit at computer and participate in meetings for long periods of time, up to 6 hours.
• Standing:
  Remaining upright on the feet, particularly…