Maintenance Parts & Inventory Specialist

Channel Fish Processing Co Inc; Braintree (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Company‑Paid Life Insurance

Short‑and‑Long‑Term Disability (LTD)

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off

Job summary

Channel Fish Co. is seeking a detail‑oriented Parts & Inventory Specialist to support maintenance and production operations.

This role manages the ordering, tracking, and organization of parts and supplies essential to keeping equipment and facilities running smoothly. You will coordinate with Maintenance and Production teams and vendors to ensure the right parts are available at the right time, minimize downtime, and maintain accurate records of purchases, inventory levels, and supplier

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in inventory, parts coordination, purchasing, or a related role
• Experience in a manufacturing, food production, or industrial environment strongly preferred
• Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Proficiency with inventory systems, ERP platforms, or Excel
• Strong communication and vendor coordination skills

Responsibilities

• Inventory Management: Maintain accurate inventory levels of maintenance parts, equipment components, and supplies
• Perform routine cycle counts and reconcile discrepancies
• Organize and maintain stockroom to ensure accessibility, cleanliness, and efficiency
• Track usage trends and identify opportunities to optimize inventory levels
• Parts Ordering & Procurement: Source and order parts, materials, and supplies based on maintenance and operational needs
• Communicate with vendors to obtain pricing, availability, and delivery timelines
• Monitor open orders and ensure timely delivery of critical parts
• Identify alternative vendors or solutions when needed to prevent delays
• Operational Support: Partner closely with Maintenance and Production teams to anticipate parts needs
• Respond quickly to urgent requests to support equipment uptime
• Maintain records of purchases, inventory levels, and vendor information
• Assist in establishing reorder points and inventory controls
• Compliance & Quality: Support inventory practices aligned with food safety and audit requirements (e.g., GMP, FDA, BRC standards)
• Ensure proper storage and handling of parts in accordance with company standards
• Maintain organized documentation for audits and internal reviews

Skills

Inventory management

Vendor coordination

Communication

Multi-tasking

Organizational skills

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

Job description

Channel Fish Co. is seeking a detail‑oriented Parts & Inventory Specialist to support maintenance and production operations.

This role manages the ordering, tracking, and organization of parts and supplies essential to keeping equipment and facilities running smoothly. You will coordinate with Maintenance and Production teams and vendors to ensure the right parts are available at the right time, minimize downtime, and maintain accurate records of purchases, inventory levels, and supplier