Fleet Parts Coordinator

Darling Ingredients; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Darling Ingredients is seeking a Fleet Parts Coordinator in Jackson, MS to manage parts and equipment flow for the parts department. You will maintain stock levels, source parts from vendors, and support service technicians to meet repair schedules.

Responsibilities include issuing parts, writing purchase orders, updating inventory systems, receiving and inspecting parts, and handling returns and warranties.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate stock levels of parts and equipment.
• Source parts from vendors and coordinate with service departments.
• Assist technicians in identifying parts using catalogs and resources.
• Write purchase orders and update inventory records.
• Ensure the parts area is clean, organized, and compliant with standards.
• Receive incoming parts and inspect for accuracy and damage; manage returns and warranties.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to multitask

Forklift operation or learning ability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Inventory control systems

Job description

Company Details

Darling Ingredients repurposes and recycles materials from the animal agriculture and food industries - transforming them into essential ingredients that do everything from feeding animals to fertilizing crops to fueling planes and nourishing people. We're the number one publicly traded company of our kind, operating a global family of brands and businesses that span more than 260 facilities in over 15 countries. Our unique scale allows us to make entire industries less wasteful and more sustainable, helping move the world toward a more circular economy.

Position Summary

The Fleet Parts Coordinator is responsible for the movement of parts and equipment in and out of the parts department.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

• Maintains accurate stock levels of parts and equipment, all fluids ensuring availability for repairs and service needs
• Sources parts from vendors, negotiate pricing and delivery terms, and coordinate with service departments to meet repair schedules
• Assists service technicians in identifying the correct parts using parts catalogs and other resources
• Writes Purchase Order(s) for parts, Issue parts to technicians, update inventory control systems according to company guidelines
• Receives incoming parts, inspecting for accuracy and damage
• Manages returns of defective parts and process warranty claims in compliance with company policy
• Ensures the parts area is clean, organized, and in line with company standards
• Picks up and delivers parts from vendors as needed and coordinate special orders or recalls
• Performs cycle counts and report discrepancies to ensure accuracy and prevent loss
• Follows all safety rules, company policies, and industry regulations
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong organizational and computer skills for inventory systems.
• Understanding of mechanical and technical terms related to the equipment or vehicles served
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Prior experience in a parts department or related role preferred
• Ability to drive or learn to drive a forklift

Darling Ingredients offers full time employees a full suite of benefits including but not limited to the following: 401(k), Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, and Paid Time Off.

The information contained in this job description is intended to describe the essential job functions required of those assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the job. Please note that management retains the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrated commitment to effective customer service delivery, integrity, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Darling Ingredients.

Darling Ingredients is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military ser ice, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state and local law. Know Your Rights: If you would like more information, please click on the link and paste into your browser: https://www.eeoc.gov/poster

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

The physical demands and work environment factors described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the main duties of this job.

Working Environment None Occasionally = up to 20% Frequently = 21% to 50% Constantly = at least 51%

Exposed to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environments such as high noise level, strong odors, and/or exposure to heat and cold

Exposed to bio hazardous conditions

Exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals which mandate attention to safety considerations

Exposed to Electrical hazards; risk of electrical shock

Handles or works with potentially dangerous equipment

Travels to offsite locations

Other (please Describe)

Physical Demands None Occasionally = up to 20% Frequently = 21% to 50% Constantly = at least 51%

Sit: Must be able to remain in a stationary position.

Walk: Must be able to move about inside/outside office or work location.

Use hands to finger, handle or feel: Operates a computer and other office machinery.

Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl: Must be able to position one's self to maintain computers in the lab, including under desks and in the server closet.

Climb or balance: Must be able to ascend/descend on a ladder.

Talk, hear, taste, smell: Must be able to use senses to; effectively communicate with co-workers and clients and detect hazardous conditions.

Weight and Force Demands None Occasional = up to 20% Frequently = 21% to 50% Constantly = at least 51%

Up to 10 pounds

Up to 25 pounds

Up to 50 pounds

Up to 100 pounds

More than 100 pounds

Vision Demands Required

No special vision requirements

Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)

Distance vision (Clear vision at 20 feet or more)

Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)

Peripheral vision

Depth perception

Ability to adjust focus