Plant Inventory & Parts Specialist

Holloway Materials Recovery OPCO LLC; California; On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental Insurance

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Vision Insurance

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Holloway Materials Recovery Facility in Lost Hills, CA is seeking an Inventory / Parts Associate to keep the facility supplied with parts, tools, and materials. You will receive, store, issue, and track inventory to support Maintenance and Operations, reporting to the Director of Operations.

The position requires strong organization, data accuracy, and familiarity with mechanical parts. Basic Excel skills and the Maintain X system are beneficial, with safety and compliance emphasized in a

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Accurate data entry and recordkeeping.
• Ability to track parts by manufacturer and part number.
• Ability to read purchase orders, packing slips, and parts documentation.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Excel.
• Willingness to learn Maintain X and other company systems.
• Strong communication skills in a fast-paced plant environment.
• Mechanical, industrial, or heavy-equipment parts knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive and inspect incoming parts, materials, and supplies against purchase orders and packing slips.
• Label, organize, and store items in designated locations.
• Protect stored materials from damage, contamination, and weather.
• Issue parts, tools, and materials and document each transaction.
• Help Maintenance find replacement parts, including during emergency repairs.
• Record parts usage on Maintain X work orders when applicable.
• Keep inventory quantities and storage locations accurate.
• Monitor stock levels and flag items that need to be reordered.
• Keep critical spare parts in stock to prevent plant downtime.
• Perform cycle counts and investigate discrepancies.
• Report obsolete, damaged, or excess inventory to management.
• Assist with purchase requisitions, purchase orders, and quotes.
• Track open orders, back orders, and critical deliveries.
• Handle returns, warranty items, and cores with vendors.
• Keep parts rooms and storage areas clean, organized, and safe.
• Properly store oils, chemicals, batteries, and heavy materials.
• Operate forklifts and pallet jacks only when trained and authorized.
• Wear required PPE and report hazards immediately.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Data entry

Reading PO/packing slips

Parts traceability

Excel

Effective communication

Mechanical/Industrial parts knowledge

Tools

Maintain X

Job description

Description

Inventory / Parts Associate

WHO WE ARE

H.M. Holloway was established in 1932. Since then, we have established ourselves throughout the San Joaquin Valley and Central Coast as a leader in the agricultural and environmental industries. We are dedicated to helping our stakeholders grow with high-quality and cost-efficient products, services and solutions that preserve our environment and sustain our quality of life for generations to come.

WHAT WE OFFER

At Holloway, we offer more than a stable paycheck and competitive benefits. We offer a family-oriented culture focused on innovation, teamwork, safety and respect. We want to be the company where you build your career and retire from.

THE ROLE

The Inventory / Parts Associate keeps the TPI – Holloway Materials Recovery Facility supplied with the parts, tools, and materials it needs to run safely and reliably. This position receives, stores, issues, and tracks inventory so Maintenance and Operations can get the right parts quickly and avoid equipment downtime. The role reports to the Director of Operations.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Receive and inspect incoming parts, materials, and supplies against purchase orders and packing slips
• Label, organize, and store items in designated locations
• Protect stored materials from damage, contamination, and weather
• Issue parts, tools, and materials and document each transaction
• Help Maintenance find replacement parts, including during emergency repairs
• Record parts usage on Maintain X work orders when applicable
• Keep inventory quantities and storage locations accurate
• Monitor stock levels and flag items that need to be reordered
• Keep critical spare parts in stock to prevent plant downtime
• Perform cycle counts and investigate discrepancies
• Report obsolete, damaged, or excess inventory to management
• Assist with purchase requisitions, purchase orders, and quotes
• Track open orders, back orders, and critical deliveries
• Handle returns, warranty items, and cores with vendors
• Keep parts rooms and storage areas clean, organized, and safe
• Properly store oils, chemicals, batteries, and heavy materials
• Operate forklifts and pallet jacks only when trained and authorized
• Wear required PPE and report hazards immediately
• Other duties as assigned

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS, SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Accurate data entry and recordkeeping
• Ability to track parts by manufacturer and part number
• Ability to read purchase orders, packing slips, and parts documentation
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Excel
• Willingness to learn Maintain X and other company systems
• Strong communication skills and ability to handle multiple requests in a fast-paced plant
• Mechanical, industrial, or heavy-equipment parts knowledge preferred

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND REQUIREMENTS

• Environmental conditions - Works indoors and outdoors in an active recycling plant with exposure to dust, noise, and temperature changes
• Lift and move parts and materials within company limits
• Climb stairs and work around industrial equipment
• Stand and walk for long periods of time
• Wear required PPE in designated plant areas

Must pass drug screen and physical. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and participate in E-Verify.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Holidays

Location: Lost Hills, CA

Pay: $20-22/hr

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.