Parts Warehouse Specialist, Hvy

careers-altorfer; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Altorfer in Davenport, IA is seeking a Warehouse Associate to handle shipping/receiving, hose assembly, inventory storage and order picking for the Parts Department. You will perform data entry, assist customers and shop personnel, and deliver parts using a company pickup truck.

The role requires previous warehouse experience, a strong attention to detail, safety compliance, and good communication. Lift truck experience is preferred and training will be provided; a high school diploma or

Qualifications

• Prior warehouse experience required.
• Lift truck certification preferred but will train final candidate.
• Must be a self-starter with good time management, planning, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Handle shipping/receiving, hose assembly, inventory storage, and order picking for the Parts Department.
• Complete required paperwork and data entry.
• Provide primary material handling within the department.
• Assist customers and shop personnel by pulling orders as needed.
• Deliver parts in a company pickup truck to customers and other store locations.
• Look up part numbers in equipment parts books or online resources.

Skills

warehouse experience

customer service

computer data entry

safety compliance

communication skills

valid driver’s license

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Data entry software

Job description

Working Hours/Days

8:30 am – 5:00 pm Monday – Friday, overtime and Saturdays as required

Basic Duties

• Primary responsibilities include shipping/receiving, hose assembly, inventory storage, and order picking activities for the Parts Department.
• 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 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 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.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Why Work for Altorfer?

At Altorfer, our iron is just the beginning. Our people make our company successful, and we would not be who we are without them. As a third generation, family-owned company created in 1957, we bring our values into how we do business. Everyone from technicians, sales representatives, administrative professionals, or somewhere in between is part of the “A-Team” and is crucial to our success. Here at Altorfer, we have over 35 locations and 1300 employees with long tenure for you to learn from. We have a collaborative, family valued culture, with a great reputation in the industry. A company that offers competitive pay, excellent benefits, and a remarkable team of people to work with.