Parts and Inventory Specialist

Athens Services; Rialto (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K & Profit Sharing

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

Professional development learning

Job summary

Arakelian Enterprises Inc in Rialto, CA seeks a parts and inventory specialist to lead local inventory management for vehicle maintenance items. You will receive materials, input receipts into CMMS, and issue parts to repair orders while supporting cycle counts and stock control.

The role requires 3 years in heavy truck parts inventory, reading parts breakdowns, proficiency with inventory software, and solid Excel skills. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred; ASE CPIM certifications welcomed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3 years’ experience in heavy truck equipment & light duty truck parts inventory management and research.
• Ability to read and comprehend parts breakdown books.
• Familiar with Inventory Management software applications.
• Intermediate Microsoft Office proficiency – specifically Excel.

Responsibilities

• Physically receive materials from vendors and input receipt data into CMMS.
• Ability to travel to pick up and/or deliver parts as needed.
• Issue parts to repair orders via CMMS.
• Manage critical spare parts identification and stocking levels.
• Submit procurement requisitions for parts needed into Procurement.
• Identify obsolete inventory and manage disposition.
• Conduct scheduled inventory cycle counts to identify root causes of inaccuracies.
• Utilize CMMS to organize inventory locations per VMRS code and part number sequence.
• Ensure parts entered into CMMS follow correct nomenclature and naming conventions.
• Maintain storeroom operations per company standards.
• Manage parts returns, warranty recovery, and core exchange tracking/reporting.
• Assist shop mechanics by researching parts needed for repairs.

Skills

Inventory management

CMMS data input

Parts identification

Excel basics

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

CMMS (Dossier / Fleetio)

Inventory management software

Job description

SummarySummaryUnder minimal supervision, the Parts and Inventory Specialist leads local inventory management for vehicle maintenance and repair items. These functions include inventory receiving, stocking, purchase requests, issuing, kitting, tracking/reporting, and cycle counting. The Inventory Specialist conducts all business in accordance with approved inventory management policies and procedures.Job DescriptionKey ResponsibilitiesPhysically receive materials from vendors and input receipt data into the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).Ability to travel to pick up and/or deliver parts as needed.Issue parts to repair orders via CMMS.Manage critical spare parts identification and stocking levels.Submit procurement requisitions for parts needed into Procurement.Identify obsolete inventory and manage disposition according to approved procedure.Conduct scheduled inventory cycle counts in order to identify root cause and mitigate inventory inaccuracies.Utilize CMMS to organize inventory locations according to product category, Vehicle Maintenance Reporting Standards (VMRS) code, and part number sequence.Ensure parts entered into the CMMS (Dossier and/or Fleetio) follow the correct nomenclature and part description naming conventions.Maintain storeroom operations in adherence to Company standards.Manage parts returns, warranty recovery, and core exchange tracking/reporting.Assist the shop mechanics by researching parts needed for repairs.Qualifications:High School Diploma or equivalent.3 years’ experience in heavy truck equipment & light duty truck parts inventory management and research.Ability to read and comprehend parts breakdown books.Familiar with Inventory Management software applications.Intermediate Microsoft Office proficiency – specifically Excel.Consistently behaves in a professional manner.Valid Class C Driver's License with acceptable Driver's Record.Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.Preferred Qualifications:Bilingual (English & Spanish).ASE Parts Specialist certification.APICS CPIM certification.Physical/Environmental Demands:Physical:Sitting, seeing, hearing, speaking & smelling continuously.Problem solving, oral/written communication, analytical ability, calculating, concentration, & interpersonal abilities continuously.Eye/hand coordination, fingering (typing), handling, & wrist motion continuously.Standing & walking frequently.Bending, reaching, and stretching occasionally.Environmental:Exposure to dust, smoke, fumes, odors, & noise occasionally.Exposure to grease, oil, chemicals, & wet conditions occasionally.Works inside only. Position considered office only.Benefits:Comprehensive benefit package Medical, Dental, Vision401K & Profit SharingEmployee Assistance ProgramLife InsurancePaid Vacation and Sick TimeRecognition programsProfessional development learningHourly Wage: $25.60 - $29.50/hourSchedule: Monday - Friday from 7:00 am - 4:00 pm with Saturdays as neededBenefits:Competitive wagesComprehensive benefit package Medical, Dental, Vision401KLife InsurancePaid Vacation and Sick TimeCareer planRecognition programsProfessional development learningAn exceptional work environmentAthens will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and any other applicable state, federal or local laws. EEO/M/F/disability/veteran