Parts Supervisor

J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefit

Dental benefit

Vision benefit

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Paid time off

Job summary

J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. seeks a Parts Supervisor in Houston, TX. The role leads a team of junior parts personnel, manages inventory stock levels, conducts audits, and handles ordering/receiving to support shop operations. It includes staffing, performance reviews, and time/attendance management.

The position may involve outdoor work, multiple shifts (nights/weekends), and overtime, with full-time attendance expected. Strong organizational and analytical skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Forklift certification required.
• Experience in inventory management is expected.
• Ability to supervise a team and manage performance.

Responsibilities

• Manage complete inventory of parts at the terminal, including PO processing, receiving, stocking, and updating systems.
• Maintain safety culture and compliance with regulations.
• Perform staffing and time-attendance tasks and annual reviews.
• Prepare regular inventory reports and optimize inventory levels across terminal/service trucks.

Skills

Forklift certification

Inventory management

Team supervision

Performance management

Data and reporting

Education

GED

High School Diploma

Job description

Job Title:

Parts Supervisor

Department:

Production & Skilled Trades

Country:

United States of America

State/Province:

Texas

City:

Houston

Full/Part Time:

Full time

Job Summary:

Under general direction, this position is entry-level people management position. The incumbent will lead a team of junior parts personnel at the shop level. This position is responsible for managing inventory stock levels, performing audits, and ordering and receiving parts in order to maintain workflow in accordance with J.B. Hunt's needs. The position will perform multiple personnel management tasks including but not limited to staffing, performance management, annual reviews, and time and attendance. This position has the possibility to work outdoors, in the elements, or across multiple shifts including nights and/or weekends in addition to overtime; it requires full-time attendance.

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage complete inventory of parts at the terminal in an efficient manner to include processing purchase orders, receiving inbound shipments, verifying receipts, stocking parts in proper locations, and updating information systems
• Other duties as assigned
• Maintain the company's safety culture by promoting a safe work environment in compliance with federal and state regulations
• Perform multiple personnel management tasks including but not limited to staffing, performance management, annual reviews, and time and attendance
• Complete regular inventory reports as requested by leadership
• Manage and maintain inventory levels across the terminal and/or service trucks in order to minimize down units and lower costs
• Conduct cycle counts and periodic inventories as required; retain and ship parts per the company's warranty retention and core management guidelines
• Ensure parts are billed to equipment in accordance with work orders
• Verify and maintain quantity and quality of parts kept in inventory

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent with 3 years of related inventory experience and/or military equivalent experience
• Possess a forklift certification required
• Valid driver's license
• Clean motor vehicle record per J.B. Hunt standards

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to fulfill physical requirements (lift/move appliances up to 50 pounds)
• Ability to wear appropriate work attire (protective gear/PPE)
• Advanced math skills
• Experience conducting research
• Experience in inventory management
• Experience in the transportation industry
• Experience managing/supervising a team
• Experience with statistics
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment
• Interest in learning new technologies/software applications
• Proficient analytical skills
• Proficient deductive reasoning skills
• Proficient organizational skills
• Proficient problem-solving skills
• Self-motivated

This position is not eligible for employment-based sponsorship.

Compensation:

Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include skills, education, experience, geography, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position may be eligible for annual bonus and incentives based on profitability or volumes in accordance with the terms of the Company’s bonus and incentive plans, as applicable and in effect from time to time.

Benefits:

The Company offers the following benefits for full-time positions, subject to applicable eligibility requirements, as may be in effect from time to time: medical benefit, dental benefit, vision benefit, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, paid time off commensurate with tenure (includes vacation and sick time), six weeks of paid maternity leave along with two weeks of paid parental leave, and six paid holidays annually.

Education:

GED (Required), High School (Required)

Work Experience:

Maintenance, Safety, Transportation/Logistics

Job Opening ID:

00642540 Parts Supervisor (Open)

“This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. is committed to basing employment decisions on the principles of equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, persons with disabilities, protected veterans or other bases by applicable law.