Parts Coordinator

Highway Transport; Baton Rouge (LA); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

HSA Contribution Match

Wellness Program

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Disability, Accident and LifeInsurance

Discount Programs

Paid Maternity Leave

Job summary

Highway Transport is seeking a Parts Coordinator in Baton Rouge to support the Shop Manager and Equipment Cleaning operations. You will manage parts and inventories, enter work orders, and help ensure accurate vendor charges while maintaining high inventory standards across facilities.

You will learn new maintenance technologies related to tractors and parts and assist with shipping parts to outlying locations. This role requires attention to detail, organization, and reliable communication.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and personal liability insurance coverage per state requirements.

Responsibilities

• Enter and process work orders accurately.
• Track charges from vendor invoices to ensure accuracy.
• Maintain organized inventory of parts used by technicians.
• Learn new maintenance technology relevant to tractors and parts.
• Monitor vendors for pricing and serviceability.
• Prepare and ship parts to outlying facilities as needed.
• Monitor parts usage and adjust inventory accordingly.
• Perform daily cycle counts of maintenance parts.
• Advise Shop Manager of any parts or inventory issues.
• Operate a forklift to move and load parts.
• Ensure security of inventory and assess part quality.

Skills

Inventory management

Forklift operation

Vendor management

Computer skills

Time management

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Job description

The Parts Coordinator will assist the Shop Manager and Equipment Cleaning (when applicable) with the management of parts and inventories. Maintain a high-quality standard for Highway Transport’s Maintenance and Cleaning Facilities by ensuring the inventory system is being used to maximize usage and minimize non-used.

Location: Baton Rouge, LA (Geismar)

Pay Range: $21.45 - 32.31/Hourly

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure all work orders are entered and processed accurately.
• Track charges from vendor invoices to ensure the charges are correct.
• Maintain adequate and organized inventory of parts used by technicians for repairs and preventive maintenance services.
• Learn new technology related to the maintenance and repair of tractor trailers and associated parts.
• Monitor all vendors for proper pricing and serviceability.
• Prepare and ship parts to outlying facilities as needed.
• Monitor the usage rates of parts and adjust inventory as needed.
• Perform inventory counts as daily cycle counts of maintenance parts.
• Advise Shop Manager of any issues pertaining to parts, parts inventory, or other issues.
• Operate a forklift to move and load parts.
• Responsible for the security of inventory and for analyzing the quality of parts.

Education/Experience/Licenses/Certifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver’s license Must possess a valid driver’s license and personal liability insurance coverage at or above the legal state of residence minimum requirements.

Skills

• Ability to utilize computers for inventory, recordkeeping, parts information, etc.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Highly organized with attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills.

Physical Demands/Working Conditions

Normal work schedule Monday through Friday. After hours and weekend work may be required.

The following physical abilities, environments and equipment may be met during a typical working day:

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must wear proper PPE.
• Majority of time will be spent in both a shop and an office environment.
• Occasional travel.

Highway Transport is a tanker trucking company that has been family-owned since 1948. When you join us, you become part of a family-orientated culture that values your contributions and supports your career ambitions. We believe in taking care of our employees and ensuring their well-being. That's why we offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you in every aspect of your life, including:

• 401(k) Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• HSA Contribution Match
• Wellness Program
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Disability, Accident and Life Insurance
• Discount Programs
• Paid MaternityLeave

Highway Transport does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

Highway Transport is a family owned and operated company since 1948. Our culture is defined by strong ethics, individual responsibility and accountability with a continued focus on improvement in a dynamic global environment. We're committed to bringing Employee Satisfaction, Safety, and Real Customer focus to our business.