Parts Coordinator

Refresco Group; Joplin (MO); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Refresco Group is seeking a Parts Coordinator to manage parts requisitions, inventory and CMMS for the Maintenance department. This role ensures timely availability of parts and supports continuous improvement in maintenance programs.

Reporting to the Department Manager, the candidate will work 12-hour shifts (6am-6pm) in a fast-paced beverage production environment, collaborating with multiple plant teams and external vendors to keep operations running smoothly.

Qualifications

• Experience in food/beverage manufacturing preferred.
• Proficient with SAP, Excel, and MS Office.
• Ability to work within a budget and meet deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer focus.
• Strong organizational and attention to detail.
• Independent worker with initiative.
• Maintenance parts knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to GMPs and wear PPE in warehouse and production areas.
• Process requisitions for parts with Maintenance Manager and Mechanics.
• Maintain CMMS knowledge and parts records.
• Manage parts room inventory and min/max levels.
• Submit accurate parts orders with proper part numbers.
• Coordinate with plant groups and vendors for parts needs.
• Support PM programs and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain filing system for maintenance records.

Skills

Food/Beverage manufacturing

Interpersonal skills

Budget management

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Ownership

Record keeping

Multi-tasking

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Business Administration or related degree preferred

Tools

SAP

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Our vision is both simple and ambitious: to put our drinks on every table.

We are the leading global independent beverage solutions provider. We serve a broad range of national and international retailers as well as Global, National and Emerging (GNE) brands. Our products are distributed worldwide from our production sites in Europe, North America, and Australia. Although our own branding may not appear on the labels of the beverages we produce, there is a good chance you are reading this while sipping one of our drinks.

Our ambition is to continually improve and it’s what keeps us at the top of our game.We are solutions-based.We are innovative. We seek out new challenges and conquer them. This is our company ethos, but it’s our people’s too:Refresco is at the cutting edge of a fast-moving industry because we have passionate people pushing the boundaries of what’s best.

Stop and think: how wouldYOUput our drinks on every table?

Position Description

Reporting to the Department Manager, the Parts Coordinator is responsible for all coordination duties related directly to preventative maintenance, parts, documentation and the overall maintenance department. Ensures continued availability and requisition of all required parts for the Maintenance department while assisting in the continuous improvement of the preventative maintenance program.

Shift:

12 hour shifts, 6am - 6pm

Essential Functions:

• Adhere to all health and safety policies/procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and wear the required personal protective equipment (PPE) while in the warehouse or production areas.
• Responsible to adhere to food quality and food safety as per quality standards and/or Safe Quality Food requirements.
• Process all incoming requisitions for parts in coordination in SAP with the Maintenance Manager and the Mechanics.
• Accountable to develop the knowledge, skills and abilities in the areas of optimal parts coordination, becoming a subject matter expert on CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems) utilization, and develop a wide knowledge and understanding of effective maintenance parts.
• Will work with all plant groups & levels and within each of the aspect of the equipment maintenance team, including suppliers and OEM representatives, contractors and safety systems support vendors, internal and external auditors, and all SQF, GMP and Supply Chain (purchasing) groups).
• Supports continuous improvement activities related to safety, quality, and cost.
• Maintains 100% accountability for the parts room - receive, sort and catalogue all incoming & outgoing parts.
• Maintain inventory at designated min/max levels.
• Store items in an orderly and accessible manner in a parts room, tool room, warehouse or other locations.
• Maintain records of amount, kind and location of parts, supplies and materials.
• Submit orders to the assigned PO writer for all parts, ensuring verification of quality, quantity, and accurate documentation, including part numbers.
• Work with the Maintenance department on new and upcoming projects that require parts.
• Communicate status of parts delivery and lead time to the person who prepared the requisition as well as collaborate with the Maintenance Planner on scheduling projects.
• Gather and set out parts (kitting) for planned project work for Maintenance personnel.
• Assist in the monitoring of daily, weekly, yearly PM programs.
• Responsible for maintaining the filing system for Maintenance documents and records including all PM records.
• This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Required Skills:

• Experience in Food/ Beverage Manufacturing preferred.
• Proficient in Excel, Word, SAP and Power Point.
• Must be able to work within a budget.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and customer focus.
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task in an organized manner, given limited time frames, paying close attention to all details.
• Comfortable working independently and showing initiative.
• Mechanical Aptitude: Knowledge of mechanical systems, machinery, and tools.
• Preventative Maintenance: Familiarity with preventative maintenance procedures.
• Critical Thinking: Ability to evaluate problems, identify potential solutions, and make decisions.
• Communication: Ability to communicate effectively with team members, supervisors, and other departments.
• Ownership: is eager to take ownership of responsibilities; can and does think independently to excel in role; takes ownership of challenges
• Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Record Keeping: Proficiency in maintaining accurate maintenance logs and records.

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Business Administration or related degree preferred.
• 3+ years maintenance parts room experience preferred.

Working Conditions:

• Work Schedule: Weekdays, weekends, afternoon, evenings, overnight and holidays may be required. Overtime scheduled as needed.
• Work Environment: Operating in a fast-paced production plant with numerous moving parts. Noise levels require hearing protection and temperatures can get very hot and/or relatively cold. The environment is structured and supervised, with clear targets and schedules to meet.

Travel Requirements: