Parts Warehouse Lead

Kenworth Sales CO; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Dental insurance

FSAs with FLEX Card

Group Life Insurance

Short Term & Long-Term Disability

Voluntary Life Insurance

Corporate Holidays

Paid Vacation

Personal Leave

401(k) with company match

Voluntary Supplemental Insurance

Job summary

Kenworth Sales Co. in Spokane, WA is hiring a Parts Warehouse Lead to manage shipping/receiving, dispatch drivers, and ensure stock orders are processed and stored properly. The role supports sales by keeping the warehouse operations running smoothly.

The job requires English literacy, a valid driver's license, prior shipping experience, and the ability to operate a forklift. The position offers hourly pay of $20-$22 and a comprehensive benefits package; pre-employment drug screening applies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read, write and comprehend English.
• Valid driver's license.
• Experience in shipping and familiarity with bills of lading.
• Packaging skills to protect materials during transit.
• General parts knowledge preferred.
• Excellent organization and communication skills.
• Ability to operate a warehouse forklift.

Responsibilities

• Dispatch drivers and ship material per shipping documents.
• Maintain warehouse, stock bins, cycle counts and location upkeep.
• Process vendor returns, cores and backorders per procedures.
• Ensure cash sales are paid or collected on delivery.
• Attach proper paperwork for warranty returns before routing.
• Guide warehouse team and escalate issues to management.

Skills

English proficiency

Driver's license

Shipping experience

Packaging knowledge

Parts knowledge

Organization & communication

Forklift operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Are you ready to join an industry leader with 33 service locations that are PremierCare Gold certified and 5 TRP parts stores that are also nationally recognized? After 80 years of supporting the trucking industry by selling quality parts, our commitment to excellence is stronger than ever! Kenworth Sales Co. is looking for a Parts Warehouse Lead to join our Spokane, WA team.

Salary Minimum and Maximum: $20 - $22 Hourly. Depending on experience.

** Due to federally mandated DOT regulations, Kenworth Sales Company is a drug-free workplace. Any offer of employment will be contingent on passing a pre-employment drug screening.

JOB SUMMARY

The primary function of the Warehouse Lead is to handle shipping and receiving of all freight material arriving or leaving the facility, dispatching delivery drivers, and ensuring all stock orders are processed and put away. Performs a variety of tasks within the warehouse to support the warehouse operations and the sales team while communicating status of them with manager.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Dispatch delivery drivers, package and ship material as specified on authorized shipping documents, i.e., invoices, return merchandise requests, etc. for both operations.
• Maintain warehouse, to include stocking bins, cycle counts, location maintenance, and general housekeeping.
• Process all vendor returns, cores, and other itemsalong with customer backordersaccording to established procedures.
• Ensure all cash sales are paid and or collected when delivered by drivers.
• Ensure all parts returned for warranty have the proper paperwork attached before sending them to the warranty department.
• Working with the warehouse crew and guiding them on how to complete their day-to-day tasks. Seek Guidance from management on handling issues and implementing appropriate solutions.

QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to read, write and comprehend English instructions and information. High school diploma or the equivalent. Valid driver’s license in good standing. Experience in shipping: knowledge of bills of lading and freight bills. Packaging skills: knowledge of how materials should be packed to reach its destination economically and without damage. General parts knowledge is preferred. Excellent organization, verbal, and communication skills. Ability to operate warehouse forklift and complete formal training program.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This position involves both sedentary and other work. For part of the shift, employee will work at a desk in a warehouse setting doing paperwork, telephoning, and filing. For part of the shift, employee will stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach, moving aroundthe dealershipfacility to communicate with managers, employees, and customers. Lifting of at least 50 lbs. without assistance on a daily basis, as well as heavier loads with forklifts and/or additional assistance will be required. Will be exposed to noise, dust, exhaust fumes, and a variety of other hazardous and nonhazardous materials.

BENEFITS

• Kenworth Sales Company promotes a progressive environment with an emphasis on teamwork, customer service, training and personal development.
• Stability – Company is financially strong with an established base of customers and is well-positioned for continued expansion.
• History of Excellence – Work for an award-winning dealership with a reputation for unsurpassed quality and customer service.
• Excellent compensation and benefits package including comprehensive Health and Dental insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) with FLEX Card, Group Life Insurance, Short Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance, Voluntary Life Insurance, Corporate Holidays, Paid Vacation and Personal Leave, 401(k) plan with company match, and Voluntary Supplemental Insurance plans.

Veterans are encouraged to apply!

About the company

Kenworth Sales Company is a family of companies based in Salt Lake City, Utah of over 38 dealerships in the Intermountain West and Mid-Atlantic regions.

An Equal Opportunity employer, Smoke Free/Drug Free Facility. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to the individual's race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, status as a military veteran or any other characteristic protected by applicable law