Inventory Control Technician-- Food Distribution Center -Thornton, CO

The pay range per hour is $20.82 - $37.45

Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position. These include labor markets and in some instances may include education, work experience and certifications. In addition to your pay, Target cares about and invests in you as a team member, so that you can take care of yourself and your family. Target offers eligible team members and their dependents comprehensive health benefits and programs, which may include medical, vision, dental, life insurance and more, to help you and your family take care of your whole selves. Other benefits for eligible team members include 401(k), employee discount, short term disability, long term disability, paid sick leave, paid national holidays, and paid vacation. Find competitive benefits from financial and education to well-being and beyond at https://corporate.target.com/careers/benefits.

PRIMARY FUNCTION 
Inventory Control Component: Assists in inventory reporting and cycle counts to achieve desired results in the areas of inventory and dating accuracy/integrity. Conducts routine and scheduled auditing activities/cycle counting to assess location accuracy. Corrects any inventory record inaccuracies and conducts follow-up audits. Supports and executes the quarterly FDC inventory process. Damage processing will also be a centralized function handled by this team. 

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Manage a safe workplace by advocating safety training and accident preparedness. 

• Be available and respond to calls/alerts from the operational teams to address questions and resolve inventory issues in real-time. 

• Trained on power equipment (like forklifts) for movement and stacking of pallets 

• Maintaining product inventory and dating standards in reserve and pick slot locations by working aging and location reports on a daily/weekly basis, which could be triggered by: 

• Physical Quantity 

• Location Integrity 

• Expiration Date 

• Maintaining accurate inventory counts in both reserve and pick slot locations 

• Performing inventory adjustments based on damages and quality reports 

• Perform cycle count verifications 

• Process and execute disposition of damaged/expired product 

• Destroy 

• Salvage 

• Charity 

• Research and process problem area or damaged freight 

• Execute return to stock (RTS) process 

• Manages the recall process 

• Embrace and practice lean approaches, six sigma tools, and 5S techniques within workplace to drive cleanliness and document defects for root cause analysis. 

• Support projects/initiatives across supply chain to drive new innovations in process design/development. 

REPORTING/WORKING RELATIONSHIPS : 

Reports to the Inventory Control Operations Manager 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: 

• Work independently and in a team environment. 

• Able to lift and carry merchandise weighing 35-45 lbs. frequently throughout a shift and up to 60lbs. occasionally. 

• Ability to read, utilize matching skills and comprehend department/product documentation 

• Good oral and written communication skills. 

• Able to operate computer systems with minimal direction after receiving training. 

• Ability to research defects/issues and root cause the drivers of those defects. 

• Ability to perform basic data analysis in excel. 

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) 

Target will provide reasonable accommodations with the application process upon your request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require assistance in this application process, please visit your nearest Target store or Supply Chain Facility or reach out to Guest Services at 1-800-440-0680 for additional information. 

Benefits Eligibility

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Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

In compliance with state and federal laws, Target will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please reach out to [email protected]. Non-accommodation-related requests, such as application follow-ups or technical issues, will not be addressed through this channel.  

Benefits Eligibility

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Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

In compliance with state and federal laws, Target will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please reach out to [email protected]. Non-accommodation-related requests, such as application follow-ups or technical issues, will not be addressed through this channel.  

Application deadline is : 04/16/2026