Parts Planner

Kokosing, Inc.; Sault Ste. Marie (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

401K Plan

Job summary

Kokosing, Inc. is seeking a Parts/Inventory Clerk to support the equipment manager and mechanics in maintaining company equipment. The role involves managing stock, pulling requested parts, and coordinating with vendors for timely delivery.

Ideal candidates will have 2–5 years of parts or equipment maintenance experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining safe operations.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication with internal teams.
• Ability to work with urgency and meet strict deadlines.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work around equipment.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to equipment manager and mechanics for maintenance of company equipment.
• Manage inventory and pull requested parts from stock.
• Expedite shipping and receiving processes.
• Negotiate with vendors and suppliers.
• Record and maintain parts and maintenance history.
• Identify and order parts and materials for mechanics.
• Communicate with lube techs, mechanics and master mechanics.

Skills

Communication

Urgency-driven

Deadline-focused

Team player

Problem solving

Physical lifting

Equipment knowledge

Education

High School/Equivalent or Associate Degree

Tools

Viewpoint

Microsoft Office

Job description

Kokosing (www.kokosing.biz) is one of America's 50 largest General Contractors and services a broad spectrum of clients in both the private and public business sectors. Kokosing's services include heavy civil/industrial construction such as highways, bridges, underground utilities, water/wastewater facilities, and marine construction. For over 75 years, Kokosing has successfully attracted the most qualified technical personnel in the construction industry by offering visible challenges, superior quality, and attractive rewards. With over $2.8 billion in annual sales and a commitment to its workforce, Kokosing is the winning team.

Job Description:

Summary:

Provide support to equipment manager and mechanics for the maintenance of company equipment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage Inventory
• Pull requested parts from inventory
• Expedite shipping and receiving
• Negotiate with vendors and supplier
• Record and maintain parts and maintenance history
• Identify and order all parts and materials required for mechanics
• Communicate with lube techs, mechanics and master mechanics

Education and Experience:

• High School/Equivalent or Associates Degree
• 2-5 years of parts and/or equipment maintenance experience
• Equipment knowledge preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong sense of urgency
• Ability to meet strict deadlines
• Ability to communicate well with all levels of employees within the company
• Ability to work under pressure and multi-task.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Problem solver; can-do attitude
• Must be able to lift and carry objects weighing 50 pounds.
• Must be able to climb on and under equipment to locate part numbers.
• Must be able to look up parts applications by manuals, catalogs or web based systems.
• Utilize company software (Viewpoint)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, on computers and other electronic devices
• Must be able to work in a high pace and safe environment

Benefits:

Kokosing offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, life, and disability insurance, paid time off and a 401K plan.

Kokosing is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action federal and state contractor. The company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.