Position title
Inventory/Parts Specialist
Description

The Inventory/Parts Specialist is responsible for ensuring the availability of parts for the maintenance department in a cost effective manner while maintaining compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and company policies and procedures.

Responsibilities
  • Maintains records on a computerized system and is responsible for the inventory of parts and equipment
  • Requires moderate physical exertion and may require lifting up to 30 pounds.
  • Establish and control stocking levels for parts and equipment through a computerized inventory system and identify parts to stock.
  • Issue necessary replacement parts to mechanics relieving the part from inventory to repair orders
  • Maintain records on inventory levels, preventative maintenance schedules, and corrective maintenance performed on units
  • Requisition all stock parts for inventory by use of the computerized requisition report to maintain consistent purchasing practices.
  • Receive and unpack parts, verify accuracy of shipment from vendor, parts numbers, quantities and pricing.
  • Receive, tag, stock, and disburse parts to technicians according to policy and procedure.
  • Prepare purchase orders for purchases of parts and equipment.
  • Assist in loading and unloading of parts delivery vehicles.
  • Prepare and process warranty claims.
  • Return parts and cores according to policy and procedure and track credits.
  • Perform routine housekeeping duties in the parts room, shop and work area.
  • Maintain a professional work atmosphere by performing and communicating in a manner that promotes good relationships with customers, clients, co-workers, and management.
  • Assist the Service Writer Administrator and assume these duties during his/her absence.
  • Maintain current Material Safety Data Sheet log.
  • May assist in other areas of the vehicle maintenance shop as needed. Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications

Requirements:

  • Strong organizational skills; detail oriented.
  • Computer proficiency with good data entry skills.
  • Self-motivated; capable of working independently
  • Ability to routinely lift weights of 35 lbs.
  • Interest/experience in auto restoration and performance autos to help order specialized parts for customers.
  • Ability to perform physical requirements of the job (prolonged physical exertions, including standing, sitting. lifting, pushing, pulling, squatting, bending, kneeling, and climbing).
  • Basic knowledge of vehicle parts, maintenance, and repair.
  • Ability to work overtime, weekends and/or holidays.
  • Good written and verbal communication skills to be able to communicate effectively and professionally with internal and external customers.
  • Additional skills may be required to perform additional task(s) specific to work location, department or line of business.
  • Ability to work in an Office and/or maintenance shop environment.
  • Exposure to noise, heat, dust, and fumes as found in a repair facility. Exposure to extreme weather conditions possible.

 

Education, Training & Experience

Required:

  • Minimum 1 year experience in vehicle parts or equipment supply.
  • Minimum of 2 years of Inventory Experience
  • High School diploma or GED.
  • General knowledge of office functions.

Preferred:

  • Minimum 1 year heavy-duty truck parts experience
  • Minimum of 2 years office experience
Job Location
Date posted
August 14, 2022
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