Parts Warehouse Specialist, Heavy

Altorfer Inc; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated warehouse associate to join their dynamic Parts Department. This role involves a variety of responsibilities, including inventory management, parts delivery, and customer assistance, all while maintaining a commitment to safety and efficiency. Ideal candidates will possess strong organizational skills, a positive attitude, and the ability to work independently. Join a supportive team where your contributions will directly impact operations and customer satisfaction. If you are passionate about logistics and enjoy a hands-on role, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse experience and customer service skills required.
• Must be able to lift 75 lbs and work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Handle inventory counts, parts returns, and shipping/receiving tasks.
• Assist customers by pulling orders and delivering parts.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Customer service skills

Time management

Communication skills

General math calculations

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer knowledge

Lift truck

Job description

Working Hours/Days

Backorder week: 4:00 am - 1:30 pm, Monday-Friday
Inventory Counts: 5:00 am - 2:30 pm, Monday-Friday
Every 3rd Saturday: 4:00 am - 12:00pm

Overview

Primary responsibilities include working in a three-week rotation receipting back orders, inventory counts, morning mail run, and parts returns. Additional responsibilities involve shipping/receiving, hose assembly, inventory storage, and order picking activities for the Parts Department.

Basic Duties

• Complete required paperwork and computer data entry.
• Provide primary material handling duties within the department.
• Assist customers and shop personnel by pulling orders and other needs as required.
• Deliver parts in a company pickup truck to customers and other store locations.
• Ability to look up part numbers in equipment parts books or online resources and assist customers is helpful.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse experience required.
• Lift truck experience desired (certification preferred) but will train final candidate.
• Must be a self-starter with good time management, planning, and organizational skills with a commitment to detail.
• Must have a positive attitude and excellent customer service skills.
• Computer knowledge/experience required.
• Military & veterans encouraged to apply.
• Excellent communication skills (written, e-mail, and verbal) are necessary.
• Ability to follow all safety rules and wear proper safety equipment in the warehouse.
• Must be able to handle general math calculations on money, weight measurement, volume, and distance.
• Able to lift 75 lbs.
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision.
• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record. This includes no more than 2 minor violations within the past 3 years and no major violations within the past 5 years (Motor Vehicle Report will be performed on final candidate).

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

This position works in both a warehouse environment with some outside exposure and office environment. May, on a continuous basis, sit at a desk for long periods of time, answer phone calls, and write or use a keyboard to communicate through email. May, on a continuous basis, walk, bend, and lift up to 75 pounds. The wearing of approved safety equipment (i.e., safety glasses with side shields and steel toe footwear) is required. Noise level in the office is usually low and the noise level in the warehouse may range from low to moderate. Must be flexible during peak season to work overtime as needed. Occasional local travel may be required to deliver parts to customers. The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.