Come join the Tillamook Team, one of the fastest-growing dairy brands in the US, where we Play to Win to create over 200 dairy products in 7 different categories: cheese, ice cream, yogurt, sour cream, butter, cream cheese and frozen meals.

Our Uncompromising Quality has led us to become the #1 Cheddar, #2 Cream Cheese and #3 Family Size Ice Cream brand, but we’re not stopping there. We’re loading up for our best years to come and want you to join us.

As a farmer-owned cooperative since 1909, we know that being Good Stewards for our stakeholders and doing a little extra always pays off. We’re looking for team members with a One Team and Genuine Care mindset who are inspired to share the delight of the Tillamook brand with each other and others every day.

What you will do:

The Senior Inventory Specialist works collaboratively with manufacturing and warehouse departments to conduct and support both cycle count and month-end close activities, ensuring inventory records remain accurate and dependable. Through comprehensive data analysis, this position proactively detects discrepancies or reporting concerns and provides recommendations for targeted improvements in inventory control processes. The Senior Inventory Specialist also plays a key role in developing and executing new inventory management strategies that streamline workflows and enhance precision and efficiency throughout organizational inventory tracking. Responsibilities additionally include periodic travel to designated third-party logistics partners to conduct scheduled site visits and perform inventory accuracy audits.

Here’s a day in the life:

• Coordinate, plan, and execute cycle counts as well as all activities associated with the month-end close process.

• Reviews inventory, receiving and consumption data to detect reporting errors or inconsistencies.

• Implements process improvements for inventory control methodology.

• Works with internal and external warehousing teams to meet inventory accuracy goals.

• Creates and executes the annual physical inventory process for internal and external operations in the Eastern U.S.

• Reports on inventory levels, warehouse performance, procedural efficiency, and personnel issues to management.

• Supports team success by achieving related objectives as required.

• Act as a team player and interact effectively with staff at all levels of the company.

• Communicate effectively.

• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and SharePoint.

• Knowledge and understanding of ERP systems. D3F&O experience preferred

• Work under pressure, meet deadlines, and remain flexible in managing multiple projects simultaneously.

• Demonstrate excellent time-management skills with the ability to work independently with little supervision.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• A bachelor’s degree in business, or equivalent experience, is acceptable.

• 5 + years of dairy/beverage/food logistics, warehousing, manufacturing, and Inventory management.

• Willing to travel to Tillamook facilities and third-party partners 15-20% of the time.

Physical requirements:

• Sitting

• Standing and/or walking

• Lifting 25 lbs

• Vision for machine or computer operations

• Hearing

• Ability to climb stairs
  
  

Salary Information:

This is an hourly position with a starting wage $25.32 depending on experience.

Working conditions:

Administration: Plant office and department offices are located in the plant or warehouse areas.

Individual workspace, desk, and computer. It may not be temperature-controlled, and it could have loud background noises. May include entering a production facility and walking on uneven, slippery surfaces, as well as encountering forklift traffic. Requires sitting for the majority of the shift, with occasional standing and walking to accomplish tasks. May require stooping, bending, and crouching to file and retrieve supplies. Occasional lifting of 25 pounds.

Industry leading benefit and reward programs:

We offer a best-in-class benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and professional growth:

• Health Coverage: Low premiums for medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans.
• Retirement: 401(k) with 100% match on the first 6% you contribute.
• Wellness Support: Up to $420 annually for fitness-related expenses.
• Time Off: Competitive vacation, 10 paid holidays, birthday off, Heritage Day, and paid volunteer time.
• Family Support: Pet insurance and inclusive family-forming benefits including adoption assistance.
• Education: Financial assistance for online degrees, tuition reimbursement, and access to Rosetta Stone.
• Extra Perks: Yum Bucks for free Tillamook products, birthday gifts, employee discounts, and more.

Join a team that values purpose, collaboration, and care—for each other and our communities. Learn more at www.tillamook.com/careers.

We are committed to creating a diverse culture and inclusive conditions where all employees are heard, valued and feel a sense of belonging. We rely on different perspectives, thoughts, backgrounds and cultures to inform our work, to help us be better as a brand and as an employer and to fuel our success. We are seeking talent from a wide range of diversity, perspectives, and backgrounds to join our exceptional organization and help us build our future.

Tillamook County Creamery Association (TCCA) is a Drug-Free Workplace. EEO

TCCA prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to age, race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability status (including those related to pregnancy and childbirth), protected veteran status, membership/non-membership in a labor organization, or any other characteristic protected by law.