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Backed by a dedicated workforce of more than 3,000 employees worldwide, Thorlabs contributes to cutting-edge research and real-world innovation.\nWhether you're early in your career or bringing years of experience, you’ll find opportunities to grow, take ownership, and make meaningful contributions from day one. We know every employee brings unique talents and perspectives that fuel our success, and we seek driven individuals who are excited to make an impact in a fun, fast-moving culture.\nThis position will contribute to the receiving and monitoring of inventory to meet demand forecasts and various corporate financial objectives. This responsibility requires a basic understanding of how to read production orders, attention to detail, and the ability to interact with all levels of personnel. Works under general supervision. Although the location of the position is in Sterling, VA, from time to time it may be required to undertake duties at other Thorlabs locations.\nInvestigates and corrects inventory issues\nExecutes transfers of product systematically as well as physically\nProcesses physical inventory counts and perform reconciliations as needed\nPerforms and review data entry in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system/Journals/Quarantines\nProcesses journals requests\nResponsible for location set-up and layout of inventory materials within the Business Unit (BU)\nCarries out cycle counting as needed\nRecommends process improvement regarding policies & procedures to ensure adequate control of all inventories\nCross trains in shipping and receiving\nUnderstand and accurately process intercompany ECRO procedures\nCoordinates and participates in the year end physical inventory process\nRequirements\nExperience:\nEntry level to 3 years of experience in manufacturing and shipping/receiving\nEducation:\nHigh School Diploma or equivalent or equivalent work experience\nSpecialized Knowledge and Skills:\nBasic knowledge of the shipping pick list process.\nFamiliarity with ERP system and RFSmart system.\nOutstanding attention to detail and strong ability to multitask.\nStrong interpersonal skills and ability to work with individuals at all levels or the company. 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