Parts Manager

EW Grobbel; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision and life insurance

Paid holidays & vacation time

Quarterly bonuses

Matching contribution to 401(k) plan

Job summary

EW Grobbel in Detroit is seeking a Parts Manager for the 1st shift to oversee parts inventory management across three manufacturing locations. The ideal candidate will procure maintenance and operational parts, ensure accurate inventory levels, and utilize CMMS systems, preferably MaintainX. Benefits include salary based on experience and a comprehensive insurance package. This role is critical for supporting maintenance teams and maximizing equipment uptime.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in inventory management and parts procurement.
• Ability to support maintenance teams with accurate parts readiness.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee parts inventory management across three manufacturing locations.
• Procure MRO parts in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Organize and store parts in a structured and accessible manner.
• Conduct routine cycle counts and periodic full inventory audits.

Skills

Strong organizational and inventory management skills

Attention to detail with labeling, tracking, and documentation

Proficiency in CMMS systems (experience with MaintainX preferred)

Ability to manage multiple sites and prioritize effectively

Basic understanding of mechanical and maintenance parts

Strong communication and collaboration with maintenance teams

Tools

MaintainX CMMS

Job description

Parts Manager – 1st Shift

EW Grobbel has been proudly delivering high‑quality food for 140 years. As one of Crain’s 50 Fastest Growing Companies in Detroit, we are ready to become a national powerhouse.

We are looking for a highly skilled Parts Manager to join our team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee parts inventory management across three manufacturing locations
• Procure maintenance, repair, and operational (MRO) parts, including specialized parts research, in a timely and cost‑effective manner
• Receive incoming parts, verify accuracy, and ensure proper labeling and identification
• Organize and store parts in a structured, accessible and standardized manner
• Maintain accurate inventory levels, including min/max thresholds and reorder points
• Utilize MaintainX CMMS to track inventory, usage, and part history
• Ensure all parts are properly logged, categorized, and searchable within the CMMS
• Support maintenance teams by quickly fulfilling part requests and reducing downtime
• Conduct routine cycle counts and periodic full inventory audits
• Identify and eliminate obsolete, duplicate, or excess inventory
• Standardize parts across facilities where possible to reduce complexity and cost

Operational Impact

• Improve equipment uptime through reliable parts availability
• Reduce emergency purchases and expedite fees
• Drive organization and visibility across all maintenance parts inventory
• Support preventive maintenance programs with accurate parts readiness

Key Skills & Capabilities

• Strong organizational and inventory management skills
• Attention to detail with labeling, tracking, and documentation
• Proficiency in CMMS systems (experience with MaintainX preferred)
• Ability to manage multiple sites and prioritize effectively
• Basic understanding of mechanical and maintenance parts
• Strong communication and collaboration with maintenance teams

Success Profile

• Proactive, structured, and detail‑oriented
• Takes ownership of inventory accuracy and organization
• Operates with urgency to support production needs
• Continuously looks for ways to simplify and improve systems

Benefits

• Salary based on experience
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance benefits
• Paid holidays & vacation time
• Quarterly bonuses
• Matching contribution to 401(k) plan