Parts Specialist

WWL Vehicle Services Americas, Inc.; Freeport (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

On-the-job training

Job summary

Wallenius Wilhelmsen is looking for a Parts Specialist to maintain inventory accuracy using FIFO systems, receive shipments, and move parts to installation lines and storage locations. You will stock, relocate, and organize inventory, process returns, and ensure safety during handling.

Occasional off-site parts pickups may be required. Ideal candidates have experience in a parts/warehouse environment, proficiency with inventory systems and handheld scanners, and the ability to read English part

Qualifications

• Experience in a parts department, warehouse, inventory or distribution environment.
• Ability to read, understand, and track part numbers and inventory records in English.
• Experience with inventory systems, handheld scanners, and Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Maintain inventory accuracy using FIFO Parts Management Systems.
• Receive parts, verify shipments, unload boxes/crates, and distribute to storage locations.
• Stock, relocate, and organize inventory; process returns for parts and supplies.
• Operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment safely; perform audits and cycle counts.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment and support occasional parts pickups outside the port facility.

Skills

Inventory control

Forklift operation

English literacy

Administrative math

Education

None

Tools

Inventory systems

Handheld scanners

Microsoft Office

Forklift certification

Job description

PARTS SPECIALIST

What You’ll Do

Maintain inventory accuracy using FIFO Parts Management Systems. Receive incoming parts and materials, verify shipments, and unload boxes/crates. Distribute parts and supplies to installation lines and designated storage locations. Locate, stock, relocate, and organize inventory as needed. Order and process returns for parts and supplies. Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material-handling equipment safely. Perform inventory audits and cycle counts. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment. Manage red-tag part returns/disposals, empty hoppers, and remove pallets. Complete occasional parts pickups outside the port facility. Perform additional duties and special assignments as directed.

What You’ll Need

Previous experience working in a parts department, warehouse, inventory, or distribution environment. Experience using inventory systems, handheld scanners, and Microsoft Office applications. Ability to operate a forklift safely; forklift certification or experience preferred. Strong organizational, math, and inventory control skills with the ability to prioritize work effectively. Ability to read, understand, and accurately track part numbers, inventory records, and written instructions in English. Valid driver’s license with a good driving record and the ability to operate manual and automatic transmission vehicles. Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs., stand and walk for extended periods, work in various weather conditions, and work overtime as needed, including weekends.

Preferred Skills

Strong communication and teamwork skills. Mechanical aptitude and experience using basic hand tools.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Environmental conditions vary by location, including indoor and outdoor settings. Employees may encounter extreme temperatures, wetness, wind, fumes, dust particles and drafts. Safety is our top priority, and we are dedicated to fostering a safety-first environment, ensuring all precautions are taken to protect our team in every working condition.

WHEN YOU JOIN US

At Wallenius Wilhelmsen, we prioritize your well-being. Our industry-leading benefits and perks are designed to help you thrive in your career and your life outside of work. From affordable healthcare to well-being, we’ve got you covered.

• Choose from a range of low-cost health insurance options to support your well-being including medical, dental and vision
• Secure your financial future with an industry-leading company-matching 401(k) plan
• Company paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
• Explore career development with access to on-the-job training
• Access to exclusive discounts on attractions, automotive, travel and more!

Who We Are

At Wallenius Wilhelmsen, you’ll join a global leader in shipping and logistics with more than 9,000 colleagues across 28 countries. Together, we help move vehicles, equipment, and goods around the world through innovative and sustainable solutions. Our ambition is to lead the way in transforming shipping and logistics. Our success is built on our people. Rooted in a strong safety culture and guided by our values – We Care, We Challenge, We Commit – we create an environment where people can grow, contribute, and perform at their best. As a global company listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange, we offer international opportunities within a collaborative and values-driven culture.

Our Commitment to Equal Opportunities and an Inclusive Workplace

At Wallenius Wilhelmsen, our people are fundamental to our success. We believe in the power of bringing people together and value the unique experiences, skills, and perspectives every individual brings. These differences strengthen our ability to support our customers, drive innovation, and succeed as a global organisation. By fostering an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute, we create better outcomes for our people, our customers, and our business. By joining WalWil, you are not just taking on a role. You are joining a global team of over 9,000 people across 28 countries, where you can play a part in shaping shipping and logistics to be cleaner, smarter, and better for future generations. We believe careers grow through purpose, learning, and collaboration. Here, you will have opportunities to develop your skills, work with experienced colleagues, and contribute to meaningful work that supports customers and communities around the world. If you are motivated to learn, make an impact, and be part of a global team, WalWil could be the place for you. For more than 150 years, Wallenius Wilhelmsen has connected people, businesses, and markets across the world. What began as a mission to move goods and enable trade has evolved into a global shipping and logistics company focused on innovation, operational excellence, and a more sustainable future. But our story is defined as much by our people as by our business. Guided by our values—We Care, We Challenge, and We Commit—we foster a culture where people are empowered to grow, speak up and make a meaningful impact. Behind every achievement is the dedication, expertise, and collaboration of our teams. Across 28 countries, colleagues come together with diverse perspectives and a shared purpose: creating value for our customers, communities, and one another. It is this spirit that makes WalWil not only a leader in our industry, but also a place where people can build rewarding careers and contribute to something bigger than themselves.