MRO Specialist

Jobot; Canton (MA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit-sharing incentives

401(k) with 5% match

Comprehensive Benefits: Medical,Dental

Paid Parental Leave

Generous PTO and Holidays

Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements

Education Assistance & ProfessionalDev

Employee Referral Program

Stability & Culture: Global leader

Job summary

Jobot is hiring a MRO Specialist in Canton, MA. You will manage spare parts and inventory accuracy, working closely with maintenance leadership to ensure the right parts are available to keep production running smoothly.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in MRO or maintenance purchasing, strong CMMS experience (SAP PM, Maximo, eMaint, Fiix, Oracle), and a track record of reducing downtime through effective parts management.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in MRO inventory management or maintenance storeroom operations within manufacturing.
• Experience with CMMS systems and part master records.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain Parts Information Records (PIRs) from start to finish.
• Update BOMs and spare parts documentation.
• Coordinate PM kit creation and ensure parts availability for maintenance teams.
• Source maintenance parts and manage supplier relationships.
• Maintain accurate inventory data and generate KPI reports.

Skills

MRO inventory management

Vendor management

CMMS

Cycle counting

BOMs management

Tools

SAP PM

Maximo

eMaint

Fiix

Maintenance Connection

Oracle

Job description

MRO Specialist - 11 Billion in revenue 2025 + Global Manufacturer

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Jamal Elkhateib

Salary: $35 - $40 per hour

A bit about us:

Our client was founded over 115 years ago and based in Canton, MA, with additional U.S. operations across the country and a global footprint spanning 103 countries and more than 400 factories, we are a worldwide innovation and sustainability leader in specialty chemicals — developing and producing systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protecting in commercial and residential construction, as well as the transportation, marine, automotive, and renewable energy industries. With approximately 33,000 employees worldwide and CHF 11.20 billion in 2025 sales, we foster a culture of entrepreneurship, safety, open communication, and social responsibility — empowering every team member to make decisions, grow their career, and contribute to a more sustainable future.

Why join us?

• Profit-sharing incentives
• 401(k) with 5% match
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance starting day 1!
• Paid Parental Leave
• Generous PTO, Paid Holidays, Floating Holidays + Paid Volunteer Time
• Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
• Education Assistance & Professional Development Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program
• Stability & Culture: Join a global leader with 100+ years of history and a strong commitment to safety, sustainability, and employee well-being

Job Details

This role is ideal for someone who understands how critical spare parts, inventory accuracy, vendor management, and CMMS data directly impact equipment uptime and plant reliability. You'll work closely with Maintenance Leadership to ensure technicians have the right parts, at the right time, to keep production running efficiently.

MRO Inventory & Spare Parts Management

• Create and maintain Parts Information Records (PIRs) from start to finish
• Build and update manufacturer and supplier part records
• Establish part descriptions using approved nomenclature standards
• Assign storeroom locations, reorder points, min/max levels, and inventory classifications
• Activate, deactivate, and maintain part records within the CMMS system
• Identify duplicate, obsolete, and excess inventory and implement corrective actions
• Perform cycle counts and inventory audits to ensure accuracy
• Develop and maintain a structured spare parts inventory program

Maintenance Planning & Kitting

• Coordinate and kit preventative maintenance (PM) work orders
• Ensure maintenance technicians have all required parts and materials before scheduled work
• Support maintenance planning activities through accurate inventory management
• Maintain equipment Bills of Materials (BOMs) and spare parts documentation

Purchasing & Vendor Management

• Source maintenance parts, supplies, and services
• Request quotes and evaluate pricing, quality, and delivery performance
• Purchase maintenance materials in a cost-effective manner
• Manage supplier relationships and identify new sourcing opportunities
• Facilitate bid processes, vendor negotiations, and service agreements
• Track purchase orders and ensure timely delivery of critical parts

CMMS & Reporting

• Maintain accurate inventory and purchasing data within the CMMS platform
• Update equipment BOMs and spare parts records
• Generate maintenance and inventory KPI reports
• Support Finance and Maintenance leadership with reporting and data analysis
• Create and maintain SOPs and training documentation

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of experience in MRO inventory management, maintenance purchasing, supply chain, spare parts management, or maintenance storeroom operations within a manufacturing environment
• Strong experience with CMMS systems (SAP PM, Maximo, eMaint, Fiix, Maintenance Connection, Oracle, etc.)
• Experience creating and maintaining part master records, BOMs, and inventory databases
• Hands‑on experience with inventory control, cycle counting, min/max systems, and critical spare parts management
• Experience procuring maintenance parts and managing vendor relationships
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment

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