For more than a century, Ben E. Keith Company has been a leader in fine food and premium beverage distribution, and we strive to consistently exceed our customers’ expectations. 

Our Food Division is a complete broad line multi-state distributor, and our Beverage Division operates throughout the state of Texas as a proud distributor of Anheuser-Busch products, craft and import beer brands, spirits, and wine.

We are dedicated to the growth and success of our business, our customers, and our employees—continuing our commitment to delivering quality since 1906.

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Position Summary and Responsibilities:
As a Manufacturing Cycle Counter, you will be a vital part of the manufacturing operations, ensuring accurate and timely inventory counts to support production processes. Your primary responsibility is to conduct cycle counts of raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods, collaborating closely with production and inventory control teams to maintain an efficient manufacturing supply chain.
•    Perform routine cycle counts of raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods within manufacturing areas.
•    Utilize inventory management systems and tools to conduct accurate counts based on predetermined schedules or as needed.
•    Ensure accuracy of location of inventory within the inventory system. 
•    Investigate and reconcile discrepancies between physical inventory counts and system records.
•    Collaborate with the production, inventory, shipping and receiving team, as well as other relevant departments, to identify the root causes of discrepancies.
•    Analyze cycle count data to identify trends, patterns, and potential areas for improvement in inventory accuracy.
•    Generate reports on cycle count results and share findings with the management team.
•    Work closely with the inventory control coordinator to address and correct discrepancies promptly.
•    Maintain accurate and organized records of cycle count activities, including counts performed, results, and any adjustments made.
•    Update inventory management systems with the latest count information.
•    Identify opportunities to enhance cycle counting processes and contribute to the development and implementation of improvements.
•    Collaborate with team members to share best practices and implement standardized procedures.
•    Report any abnormalities of inventory or production practices observed to the food safety manager. 
•    As production demand varies, this role is expected to have hour and day flexibility.
•    Perform other duties, as assigned.
•    Always follow the USDA, HACCP, SSOP, GM, food and employee safety policies, rules and regulations. 
•    Always follow OSHA and the Ben E. Keith employee safety policy, rules and regulations such as Lock Out Tag Out.
•    Wear required protective and food safety equipment at all times while in the production area.

As a Cycle Counter, you contribute to the overall efficiency of the organization by ensuring accurate and up-to-date inventory records, helping to minimize discrepancies and support effective decision-making in the supply chain.

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:
•    High school diploma or equivalent; additional education or certification in inventory management is a plus.
•    Proven experience in cycle counting or a related inventory control role strongly desired but not required.
•    Familiarity with inventory management systems and proficiency in using relevant software.
•    Strong attention to detail and accuracy in counting and data entry.
•    Analytical skills to interpret data and identify trends or discrepancies.
•    Effective communication skills to collaborate with team members and other departments.
•    Ability to adapt to a dynamic and fast-paced work environment.
•    Knowledge of safety regulations related to inventory management.
•    Able to multitask in a fast-paced work environment.   
•    Must have basic knowledge of meat.  
•    Familiarity with pallet jack, forklift, or other industrial vehicles.  
•    Excellent Communication Skills.  
•    Excellent teamwork skills.  
•    Self-Starter.   
•    Basic math knowledge.

Physical Requirements:
•    Ability to perform the essential job functions consistently, safely, and successfully with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
•    Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards.
•    Must be able to push, pull, lift, and carry up to 80 lbs.
•    Must be able to stand on your feet all day and work in a cold (0-40º) environment.

Ben E. Keith (BEK) Company is one of the largest food and beverage distributors in the United States. We are a family-owned business with a long-standing tradition of supporting the diverse communities in which we live and work. Our competitive employee benefits provide health and financial protection to our employees and their families.
 

·         Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

·         Short and Long Term Disability

·         401K with matching contribution

·         Profit-Sharing Plan (100% company-paid)

·         Employee Assistance Program

·         Wellness Program

·         Educational Assistance Program

·         Paid Vacation and holidays

·         Employee Credit Union

We have sought to create an environment in which the contributions of each employee at Ben E. Keith are fully valued. This means more than simply treating one another with respect; it also means considering how all our people can positively impact the quality of the decisions we make about our business.
 

Here at Ben E. Keith, we recognize that our workforce reflects the increasingly diverse nature of our society, and we want to do all we can to take advantage of that diversity with both our external and internal customers. We believe our differences are also our strengths and we want to do all we can to use those strengths to find more creative solutions for the business challenges we face. Ben E. Keith is an equal employment opportunity, affirmative action employer. VEVRAA Federal Contractor

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