Built To Connect - Astec

Cycle Counter - Enterprise Park

Job Title
Cycle Counter - Enterprise Park
Job ID
27726734
Location
Chattanooga,  TN
Other Location
Description
At Astec- Manufacturers Rd, formerly known as Roadtec, our mission is to design, build, and capitalize on the most innovative solutions and products for the industries and customers we serve globally. Our employees thrive in a safe and team-oriented work environment where they are empowered to make suggestions for operational and sustainability enhancements. With safety as our first core value, we take pride in developing talent and invest in training, protective equipment, and technology for continuous improvement. If you share our dedication to advancement and quality services, we'd love to have you join us!

The Cycle Counter role involves maintaining inventory accuracy by conducting cycle counts of stock, identifying any inconsistencies, and recording authorized cycle count results in alignment with sound business protocols. The role requires diligent record-keeping to substantiate the counts and the creation of reports that validate the punctuality and comprehensiveness of the counting process.

Our Cycle Counters earn a starting salary of $17.02 - $27.20 per hour, depending on experience. 


What You'll Do:
  • Perform scheduled physical audits of inventory within specific company areas and generate detailed count reports.
  • Reconcile outcomes from physical counts with system-generated records.
  • Identify underlying reasons for count discrepancies (e.g., unrecorded materials pulled by the line, errors in material transfers, inaccuracies in bill of materials) and proactively engage with other departments to address the issue and prevent future occurrences.
  • Input validated cycle count adjustments into the ERP system.
  • Analyze count discrepancies independently and propose corrective action plans.
  • Play a crucial role in preparing for and executing annual physical inventory audits.
  • Compile comprehensive reports on inventory adjustments and other pertinent data as requested by Accounting, Material Planners, Supply Chain, etc.
  • Investigate causes of disparities between computerized records and physical counts, such as data input mistakes, errors in EC rules, or worker oversights when removing inventory without documentation.
Why You'll Love Working for Us:
•    Health, Dental, Vision- Day 1 Eligibility
•    Life, and Spousal Insurance
•    Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
•    Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
•    401(k) with Company Match
•    PTO
•    Employee Wellness Programs, Tuition Aid, and Employee Assistance

What We Need from You:
•    High school diploma or GED preferred
•    1-2+ years’ experience in product distribution and warehousing with logistics and supply chain management experience preferred
•    Follow and actively support all company policies and procedures, to include a primary emphasis on safe operations
•    Wear personal protective equipment as required
•    Flexible and adaptable in coping with pressures, deadlines, and rapidly changing situations to meet frequent changing demands for parts on the production line 
•    Metric knowledge and understanding

ASTEC is a Drug Free Workplace, Affirmative Action, and Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

At ASTEC, we value diversity and strive to create a welcoming and inclusive workplace. We recognize that some highly qualified women may not apply for roles due to systemic barriers. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, and are committed to providing a fair and equitable hiring process for all candidates.



 

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