Parts Assistant

Mackay Communications, Inc.; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Mackay Communications, Inc., dba Mackay Marine, seeks a Parts Assistant for our National Parts Center in Edison, NJ. The role focuses on responding to inventory requests, preparing shipments, transferring inventory, and handling inquiries by phone, email, and fax.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, 3+ years in inventory in a distribution or warehouse setting, and strong MS Office skills with shipping software experience.

Qualifications

• High School degree is required.
• 3+ years of inventory experience in a distribution center or warehouse setting.
• International shipping and receiving experience is a plus.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Word/Excel) and online shipping software (UPS, FEDEX, DHL).
• Knowledge of proper packaging methods and ability to interpret visual packaging requirements.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.
• Good interpersonal skills with shippers, vendors, coworkers, and customers.
• Ability to lift heavy packages up to 70 pounds.
• Office and non‑air conditioned warehouse environment.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Respond to inventory requests.
• Prepare shipments and provide shipment details.
• Transfer of inventory.
• Handle incoming phone calls, emails and faxes.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Independent work

Fast-paced environment

Physical strength

Education

High School diploma

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Word

UPS shipping software

FEDEX shipping software

DHL shipping software

Job description

Mackay Communications, Inc, dba Mackay Marine, is a global marine electronics service company that employs over 500 people across 70 service depots in twenty-two (22) countries, including the Americas, Europe, and Asia. Mackay offers competitive salaries and benefits such as paid time off, 401K with employer match, affordable health-dental-vision-life-disability insurance, and a company paid pension plan.

Mackay Communications, Inc. is currently seeking an experienced Parts Assistant for our National Parts Center (NPC) with the skills and qualifications below for our Edison, NJ location

Parts Assistant Job Summary

The Parts Assistant is responsible for responding to inventory requests, preparing shipments and providing shipment details, transfer of inventory, handling incoming phone calls, emails and faxes.

Qualifications:

• High School degree.
• 3+ years of prior inventory experience in distribution center or warehouse setting.
• International shipping and receiving experience a plus.
• Strong proficiency with MS Office, Word, Excel, and online shipping software such as UPS, FEDEX, and DHL.
• Knowledge of proper packaging methods and ability to interpret visual aids to convey specific packaging requirements.
• Strong organizational skills a must.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet established deadlines.
• Good interpersonal skills and experience dealing with shippers, vendors, coworkers, and customers.
• Works well independently and with moderate supervision.
• Ability to lift heavy packages up to 70 pounds and stand for extended periods.
• Will work in office and non‑A/C warehouse.
• Valid drivers license and reliable transportation is required.

Mackay is an EEO employer, a veterans-friendly organization, and veterans with the above qualifications are encouraged to apply.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. and pass a thorough background check.

NOT OPEN TO EXTERNAL RECRUITING OR STAFFING AGENCIES