Inventory Cycle Counter

Wilton's Recipe

Wilton is a global heritage brand with a 95-year history in baking and decorating. As part of the Dr. Oetker family, Wilton aspires to be the most influential and successful cake decorating brand, sparking more ways to create sweeter moments both in the kitchen and the workplace. Learn more about Wilton at

Description

Are you highly detail-oriented, dependable, and motivated to keep things accurate in a fast-paced warehouse? Wilton Industries is seeking a Cycle Counter to join our distribution team in Romeoville, IL. In this role, you’ll perform daily cycle counts, investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies, and ensure inventory processes are followed to keep operations running smoothly. This role is ideal for someone who works well independently, stays focused, and communicates effectively with warehouse teams.

Ingredients:

• Perform daily cycle counts and reconciliations by location, SKU, lot, or pallet using RF/WMS systems
• Execute cycle counts in bulk and forward pick locations while meeting daily and weekly productivity metrics
• Investigate, research, and resolve inventory variances related to receipts, picks, moves, and adjustments
• Validate product attributes including quantity, SKU, lot/serial numbers, Ti-Hi, and expiration dates
• Follow all inventory control and damaged-goods processes to maintain order accuracy and product quality
• Operate warehouse equipment and perform counts at elevated heights as required to meet quarterly deadlines
• Partner with inventory, operations, receiving, and shipping teams to identify root causes and correct errors
• Support physical inventories, peak-season accuracy initiatives, and ongoing inventory control activities
• Facilitate the return of products to the DC and complete systematic adjustments including communication with Customer Service team.
• Assist in other warehouse departments as needed to support overall distribution operations and business needs.

Equipment:

• 3+ years of inventory control or cycle counting experience in a distribution center or warehouse environment
• Understanding of inventory control fundamentals, cycle counts, audits, error rectification required
• Prior experience operating warehouse equipment, including high-lift equipment, preferred
• Knowledge of RF devices and scanning system required; Logpro, SAP, and WMS is a plus

Instructions:

• Strong mathematical and counting skills with high attention to detail
• Proven ability to research and resolve inventory discrepancies, variances, and identify root causes
• Comfortable working independently while meeting accuracy and productivity expectations
• Ability to perform under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and meet strict counting and reporting deadlines
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills; effective team player who collaborates with operations, inventory, and leadership
• Dependable, self-motivated, and able to follow established procedures
• Certified or able to become certified to operate warehouse equipment, including high-lift equipment, and work safely at elevated heights
• Ability to work overtime as required.

Baking Conditions:

• This role requires regular movement throughout the distribution center and the ability to stand, walk, bend, twist, reach, push, pull, lift, sit, crawl, talk, hear, and communicate effectively while performing job duties for the duration of the shift.
• May be required to work in restricted spaces and/or under difficult lighting and access conditions.
• Work environment with varying and potentially loud noise level and subject to variable temperatures and weather.
• The employee must be able to regularly lift and move items up to 50 pounds, and be able to use appropriate support equipment to lift and move greater amounts.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Employee is required to use personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety equipment as is appropriate to the work to prevent injury to self or others.

Rewards:

Pay Transparency Wage Tier*: I

Wilton offers great benefits that allow you to manage your well being and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at work. Our comprehensive benefits package includes, for eligible employees: paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k), and wellness programs. A full list of benefits will be provided to eligible employees at initial offer.

* The base pay offered to the successful candidate will be reviewed and determined based on a variety of factors, including relevant skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal equity. At Wilton, we aim to offer a fair and competitive compensation package tailored to each candidate’s unique background and the specific needs of the role. All compensations decisions are made with careful consideration of these factors, and it is not unusual for individuals to be hired at the top wage tier that reflects their education, experience, and the role requirements. Our IL Benefit and Transparency information can be found here (2025-Benefits-and-Pay-Transparency.pdf)

Wilton is an equal employment opportunity employer. We attract and retain the best qualified people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, individuals with disability or veteran status as provided by law. Wilton Industries is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran.

For applicants or employees who are disabled or require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, you may request assistance via email at [email protected].

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person