Inventory Control (1st Shift)

As an Inventory Control Specialist at Crescent, your primary responsibilities will include maintaining inventory accuracy, performing cycle counts, and executing customer inventories as directed. You will also conduct audits to identify inaccuracies and provide feedback to management, ensuring a smooth workflow and exceptional service to all stakeholders.

To qualify for the Inventory Control role at Crescent, you will need a high school diploma or GED, along with prior warehouse and inventory experience. Strong math skills and a detail-oriented mindset are essential for success in this position, and any regulatory cGMP manufacturing experience is preferred.

At Crescent, Inventory Control Specialists work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment that requires adaptability and resilience. You’ll be on your feet frequently and might encounter variations in schedules and staffing. It’s essential to be prepared for both physical demands and rapid changes in daily tasks.

Teamwork is paramount for the Inventory Control Specialist at Crescent. You will actively engage with colleagues to meet customer needs, ensuring clear communication and collaboration. By championing Crescent's values of Doing It Right, Doing It Safe, and Doing It Well, you will contribute to a culture that thrives on synergy and support.

Success as an Inventory Control Specialist at Crescent hinges on attention to detail, excellent time management, and a self-motivated approach. Your ability to effectively communicate, manage tasks, and adapt to change will further enhance your capacity to deliver exceptional results and maintain quality standards.

In discussing your experience in inventory management, highlight specific roles where you maintained accurate inventory counts, performed cycle counts, and handled discrepancies. Provide metrics or examples that demonstrate your contributions to improving accuracy and efficiency.

When prioritizing tasks, explain your method for assessing urgency and importance. Focus on time management skills, how you can balance daily responsibilities while remaining adaptable to sudden changes, ensuring all inventory responsibilities are met consistently.

Discuss your understanding and implementation of safety protocols such as using personal protective equipment, following proper lifting techniques, and regularly reporting hazards. Providing examples of past experiences where your safety practices led to improvements can be compelling.

When encountering discrepancies, detail the systematic approach you take to investigate the issue. Emphasize your analytical skills in identifying root causes, collaborating with team members for solutions, and implementing corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.

Share a specific example where you identified inefficiencies in inventory processes and proposed actionable solutions. Describe the impact of your changes, demonstrating your ability to enhance productivity and accuracy in your role.

Effective communication can be demonstrated through sharing methods you use, such as regular meetings, quick updates on inventory statuses, and using collaborative tools. Highlight how you encourage feedback and ensure everyone is informed and aligned.

Discuss your organizational skills, such as using checklists or digital tools for task management, and how you establish priorities. Provide examples of how your strategies have led to increased efficiency in meeting production targets.

Provide insights into your methods for ensuring detail-oriented performance, such as double-checking data entries, tracking inventory visually, and regularly reviewing procedures to maintain high-quality outcomes.

Share techniques you employ to manage stress, such as staying organized, focusing on one task at a time, and asking for help when needed. Also, discuss how maintaining a positive attitude can influence your team during hectic times.

Express your enthusiasm for the role by discussing how Crescent's values align with your personal work ethic and commitment to quality service. Highlight specific aspects of their culture that resonate with you, emphasizing your desire to grow within the company.