Overview

Description: Due to our continued growth, Wright Manufacturing, Inc. (WMI), an award-winning producer of commercial-grade lawn equipment, is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Receiving and Inventory Control Clerk to join our Internal Logistics Operations team.As a Receiving and Inventory Control Clerk, you will play a critical role in supporting our Receiving, Inventory Control, and Internal Conveyance operations. You will gain experience across multiple areas of Internal Logistics while helping ensure inventory accuracy, efficient material flow, and timely support for production. This position is ideal for individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy hands-on work, and take pride in teamwork, organization, and continuous improvement.Overtime may be required on a daily or weekly basis.Essential Functions of the Receiving and Inventory Control Clerk:Receiving and Material HandlingOperate sit-down forklifts as needed to unload inbound trucks and support daily receiving activitiesAssist with cardboard and wood waste management and maintain organized dock areasSupport inbound Receiving functions during periods of high demandFill in for other team members as operational needs requireInventory ControlOperate stand-up reach trucks to perform dock-to-stock putaway activitiesMaintain proactive FIFO (First In, First Out) inventory practicesPerform cycle counts to ensure inventory accuracyExecute home location changes and support inventory organizationComplete administrative and physical tasks related to Product Deviations and Engineering Change OrdersInternal Logistics SupportAssist the Internal Conveyance team with material handling responsibilitiesRespond promptly to Andon calls from internal teamsSupport cross-functional logistics activities as needed to maintain workflow efficiencyContinuous ImprovementCross-train with the Shipping and PFD teams to expand knowledge of Internal Logistics OperationsParticipate in all 5S methodology initiatives to maintain a clean, organized, and efficient workplaceDevelop and maintain a Kaizen mindset of Continuous Improvement and actively contribute to Kaizen activities Requirements: Qualified candidates for our Receiving and Inventory Control Clerk role should be able to demonstrate:Prior forklift operating experience is requiredPrevious Receiving or Inventory Control experience is highly preferredAbility to lift items weighing up to 50 pounds on a frequent basisExperience working in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detailAbility to maintain a high level of physical activity for prolonged periods while working primarily in a standing positionExperience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and Microsoft Office is preferredStrong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a teamAbility to solve problems quickly and prioritize daily tasks according to business needsPersonal accountability and integrityGood written and verbal communication skillsEducation and ExperienceHigh school diploma or equivalent preferredPrevious warehouse, receiving, inventory control, logistics, distribution, or manufacturing experience preferredPrior forklift operating experience requiredExperience with warehouse inventory systems and material handling equipment preferredWMI is committed to cross-training and inter-department personnel movements. In the last year alone, we have promoted nearly 10% of our workforce into higher-level roles.Wright Manufacturing is proud to offer our Receiving and Inventory Control Clerks the following benefits:Medical, Dental, and Vision InsuranceHealth Savings Accounts/Flexible Spending Accounts/Dependent Care Savings Accounts401(k) with a company match of up to 4% of your contribution with full vesting upon eligibilityPaid Leave accrued weekly - starting at 80 hours of PTO and 40 hours of SSL8 PAID HolidaysVoluntary Short-term Disability and Supplemental Life InsuranceWeekly paychecksTraining and cross-training opportunities