Parts Specialist (Lansing, MI)

Granger III and Associates, LLC; Lansing (MI); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Granger Waste Services in Lansing, MI is seeking an Inventory/Parts Specialist to source, procure and manage heavy truck parts and related materials. You will assist mechanics, maintain accurate inventory and support timely repairs.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, organization, and effective communication with suppliers. Regular hours, on-site work, and opportunities for growth in fleet maintenance are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience with heavy truck parts or parts room operations.
• Experience using procurement software and inventory management systems.
• Knowledge of Microsoft 365 applications.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification required.
• Overhead crane certification or ability to obtain certification required.
• Fleet maintenance or heavy equipment industry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Source, evaluate and procure heavy truck and equipment parts, components and materials.
• Assist mechanics in identifying and ordering the correct parts.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and inventory management systems.
• Conduct cycle counts and monitor inventory levels to ensure parts availability.
• Organize and maintain a clean, efficient and well-labeled parts department.
• Verify receipts against purchase orders and resolve discrepancies.
• Investigate supplier issues, backorders and alternative sourcing options.
• Process warranty claims, core returns and parts returns within timelines.
• Utilize manuals, digital tools and product documentation to identify replacement parts.
• Analyze inventory trends, supplier performance and return data to recommend improvements.
• Serve as a resource for inventory questions and shop communication.
• Respond professionally to maintenance-related inquiries.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency and reduce downtime.
• Provide training, coaching or mentoring related to parts and inventory processes as needed.

Skills

Heavy truck parts knowledge

Parts room operations experience

Microsoft 365 applications

Organizational skills

Communication and problem-solving

multitasking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Procurement software

Inventory management systems

Job description

• Consistent Schedule: Monday–Friday,8:30a.m.–5p.m.
• Stability: Join a well-established,values-driven organization with long-term career opportunities
• Meaningful Work: Help support the fleet and equipment that keep communities clean and safe
• Team Environment: Work closely with maintenance professionals,suppliersand operations teams
• Variety: Every day brings a mix of inventory management, purchasing,problem-solvingand customer service
• Growth Opportunities: Expand yourexpertisein fleet maintenance operations and inventory management

WhatYou’llDo

• Source, evaluate andprocureheavy truck and equipment parts,componentsand materials
• Assistmechanics inidentifyingand ordering the correct parts to supporttimelyrepairs and maintenance
• Maintainaccurateinventory records and inventory management systems
• Conduct cycle counts and monitor inventory levels to ensure parts availability
• Organize andmaintaina clean,efficientand well-labeled parts department
• Verify receipts against purchase orders and resolve discrepancies
• Investigate supplier issues,backordersand alternative sourcing options
• Process warranty claims, corereturnsand partsreturnswithin required timelines
• Utilize technical manuals, digitaltoolsand product documentation toidentifyreplacement parts
• Analyze inventory trends, supplierperformanceand return data to recommend cost-saving improvements
• Serve as a resource for inventory questions,looking up partsand shop communication
• Respond professionally to maintenance-related inquiries
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency and reduce downtime
• Provide training,coachingor mentoring related to parts and inventory processes as needed

WhatWe’reLooking For

• Minimum 4 years of experience with heavy truck parts or parts room operationsrequired
• Experience using procurement software and inventory management systems
• Knowledge of Microsoft 365 applications
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communicationand problem-solving skills
• High school diploma or GEDrequired
• Valid driver's licenserequired
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain certificationrequired
• Overhead crane certification or ability to obtain certificationrequired
• Fleet maintenance or heavy equipment industry experience preferred

WorkSchedule& Location

Primary location:Lansing, MI Regular schedule:Monday – Friday,8:30a.m. –5p.m.(30-minute lunch) Position type: Full-time, non-exempt Reports to: Maintenance manager

Safety Sensitive Information

This position isdesignatedsafety-sensitive. The associate willoperatea vehicle or other equipment on behalf of Granger Waste Services as an essential function of their job and mustcomply withall applicable safety and drug and alcohol policies.

Working at Granger Waste Servicesisn’tjust a career--it’sacalling.Guided by the Golden Rule,we’recommitted to caring for our customers,our communities and each other. Ifyou’reready to make a difference while building a rewarding career,we’dlove to have you on our team.

Qualifications

Education

Required

High School Diploma or better in General Studies.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Driver's License

Equal Opportunity Employer
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