Receiving & Inventory Specialist

Digital Control Incorporated (DCI) is the world’s leading supplier of underground locating and steering products for the horizontal directional drilling (HDD) industry. Since the introduction of this revolutionary technology 30 years ago, Digital Control has been at the forefront of trenchless technologies that enable the efficient installation of underground utilities such as fiber optic, telecom, gas, and water lines world-wide. DCI’s products are valued for their durable design, ease of use and uncompromising commitment to customer service.

We are seeking a Receiving & Inventory Specialist based out of our headquarters in Kent, WA to ensure inbound and in-process goods are properly received, verified, stocked, and transacted physically and within computer systems. You will apply your knowledge of inventory management practices to facilitate organization, availability, and delivery of parts, kits, and products within the manufacturing facility. If you are hands-on and passionate about precision, collaboration, and continuous improvement, then DCI could be a perfect fit for you!

Responsibilities

• Receive, verify, and stock incoming goods
• Investigate and resolve material discrepancies
• Process inventory transactions in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) computer system
• Operate automated shelving units, manual lifting/ handling equipment, and forklift
• Pick, kit, and configure parts for production job orders or customer sales orders
• Utilize and maintain inventory management methods and best practices to drive organization, efficiency, and accuracy
• Ensure accuracy of inventory counts by participating in cycle counts and physical inventories
• Support purchasing with timely and accurate processing of incoming components
• Ensure product quality by performing visual confirmation and segregation of incoming and in-process parts as needed
• Support production by restocking subassemblies and resolving line support requests
• Assist Quality and Manufacturing Engineering in identifying and investigating non-conforming parts
• Contribute to productivity and process improvement initiatives with Continuous Improvement mindset and LEAN methodology
• Communicate and resolve inventory and departmental issues with technicians, department leads, and manufacturing management
• Contribute to and promote a safe and healthy work environment

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• 3+ years of stable work experience in an Inventory or Receiving role with working knowledge of computerized inventory systems
• Experience and ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Proficient use of a personal computer to perform job tasks, including Microsoft Windows and Office Suite
• Accuracy, organization, analytical thinking, and attention to detail
• Strong passion for innovation, quality of work, and customer service
• Excellent communications skills and the ability to communicate effectively with all departments and externally
• Ability to interface across functionally diverse teams, facilitate work processes and motivate activities for employees
• Safely and skillfully operate light-duty material handling equipment
• Regularly lift/move 30 pounds; periodically lift/move 50 pounds

• Unparalleled health benefits (PPO plan with no deductibles, no co-pays, DCI covers 99% of costs)
• Quarterly bonuses: we all share in the success of the company
• Professional development
• 401k match (3% match from DCI regardless of participation, 5% maximum match, 100% vested immediately)
• 22 days PTO
• Parental leave
• Company covers 100% of payroll taxes for state family medical leave
• 11 annual paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday
• Winter break (we are closed the last week of each year)
• See more benefits information here.

Compensation

• DCI is proud to offer comprehensive compensation packages including competitive base pay and discretionary quarterly profit sharing bonuses to all part-time and full-time team members. Base pay is reviewed at a minimum on an annual basis.
• Pay range: $52,800 - $58,100 per year. To ensure equity, our compensation philosophy is to bring people into new roles in the range of the mid-point of that role. Factors considered for pay include the level of skill, experience, training, external market factors, and internal value.
• Profit sharing bonus: Over the last 3 years, quarterly bonuses ranged between 11% and 27%. Future bonuses could be higher or lower depending on company profits.

Why DCI?

Work hard, play often... DCI employees are innovative and creative. Our open (forest-like) work environment creates free flowing conversations across all functions. We have gaming days; Lego challenges and ping pong matches to build on our creativity when one hits a roadblock. If that is not enough, our employees bring their four-legged companions (dogs) to work and can take them for a walk around the Green River trail.

DCI takes pride in caring a lot about our employees. We believe that employees should not be burdened with benefits expenses, so we provide lucrative health care plans unmatched in most other companies. We also like to eat at DCI and find any excuse to celebrate the most random holidays (Pi Day, Chocolate Ice Cream Day, etc.) We have monthly catered lunches, a fully stocked snack area, sporting tickets, wellness competitions, and most importantly a team of people who will tell you that DCI is the best place they've ever worked. This is evident by our long service team and low turnover.

We Celebrate Inclusion

DCI is an equal opportunity employer. Employment at DCI is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. DCI does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), or any other basis protected by law.

It is DCI’s policy to comply with all applicable national, state and local laws pertaining to nondiscrimination and equal opportunity. The Company's EEO policy includes the full & complete support of the Company and all levels of leadership. Because it's just the right thing to do. We hope you think so too.