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You’ll perform cycle counts, investigate discrepancies, and manage scrap processing to keep our warehouse running well.\nThe Worldwide Operations team manages a global network of distribution hubs, working every day to deliver quality products to our customers on time and without disruption. Exceeding customer expectations is one of our guiding principles at IDEXX, and this team’s focus on efficiency, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement helps make that happen.\nIf you’d like more information about warehouse jobs at IDEXX before applying, you can explore our Warehouse and Manufacturing Careers web page: https://careers.idexx.com/us/en/manufacturing\nWhy this role matters\nAccurate inventory is the foundation of reliable warehouse operations. Through cycle counting, investigating discrepancies, and supporting scrap processing and inventory control documentation, you’ll help protect inventory accuracy and order fulfillment quality. Your work keeps IDEXX’s operations efficient and dependable for the customers who rely on us.\nIn this role\nYou’ll focus primarily on inventory cycle counting.\nYou’ll support the scrap process by making sure approved scrap is processed and disposed of properly.\nYou’ll investigate and resolve inventory inaccuracies.\nYou’ll support inventory processes that improve accuracy and order fulfillment quality, including cycle counts, data entry, and research.\nYou’ll help prepare inventory control documents.\nYou’ll help keep the warehouse clean, organized, and safe.\nYou’ll be trained on and operate power industrial equipment, including forklifts, reach trucks, and order pickers.\nYou’ll take on other inventory activities as business needs require.\nWhat you need to succeed\nHigh school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.\nValid driver’s license and reliable transportation for routine travel between IDEXX facilities in Westbrook and Portland.\nCurrent forklift certification (training provided).\nStrong attention to detail and the ability to work effectively under pressure.\nAbility to work effectively in a team environment.\nAbility to prioritize work and handle multiple tasks at once.\nBasic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office Suite.\nExcellent customer service skills.\nAbility to follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and applicable ISO regulations.\nPreferred: Associate’s degree or equivalent.\nPreferred: SAP experience.\nPreferred: Previous experience with dangerous goods.\nWork environment and physical requirements\nYou’ll work in a warehouse environment where personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required.\nYou’ll lift up to 50 pounds and move up to 100 pounds with assistance.\nYou’ll spend much of your day standing, walking, bending, reaching, and operating warehouse equipment.\nThe work area is moderately to highly noisy.\nYou may occasionally work near moving mechanical parts and powered industrial equipment.\nYou’ll travel between IDEXX facilities in Westbrook and Portland as business needs require.\nWhat you can expect from us:\nHourly rates targeting: $20.19 / hour. \nOpportunity for annual cash bonus and merit pay increase consideration\nHealth / Dental / Vision benefits from day one\n5% matching 401k\nAdditional benefits including but not limited to financial support, pet insurance, mental health resources, volunteer paid days off, employee stock program, foundation donation matching, and more\nSchedule:\nThe hours for this position are Monday - Friday, 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM.\nThe shifts and hours may vary slightly depending on business needs.\nReliable and dependable attendance is an essential function of the position.\nWhy IDEXX:\nWe’re proud of the work we do, because our work matters. An innovation leader in every industry we serve since 1983, our team members help pet owners worldwide keep their companion animals healthy and happy, ensure safe drinking water for billions, and help farmers protect livestock and poultry from disease.\nWe have customers in over 175 countries and a collaborative global workforce. Our culture is one that embraces challenges and encourages learning and discovery. At IDEXX, you’ll be supported by competitive compensation, incentives, and benefits while enjoying purposeful work that drives improvement.\nKnowing our work makes a meaningful impact on the health and well-being of pets and people is what motivates us every day. If meaningful work and a sense of purpose are at the top of your list, you’ll find it here.\nLet’s pursue what matters together.\nIDEXX values a diverse workforce and workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.\nIDEXX is an equal opportunity employer. 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