3rd shift Maintenance Parts Inventory Specialist & Support Technician
About the Role
Maintenance Parts Inventory Specialist & Support Technician responsibilities include organizing and management of the maintenance parts inventory, receiving and stocking parts into inventory. Responsible for inventory accuracy, reducing stock errors and supporting the standardization and organization of parts. Preventative maintenance on facility, packaging, and process equipment, utilizing standard work practices to ensure production is completed in a safe and efficient manner. As a Pennant team member, the candidate will execute work orders and tasks as assigned, ensure safety and food safety is a condition, drive manufacturing operational improvements. Furthermore, the candidate must embrace and support the building operations. The position consists of approximately 75% of time spent on Parts Inventory Management and 25% of time supporting preventive maintenance (PMs).
Responsibilities
- Highly organized and detail oriented
- Personal effectiveness – meeting timelines and productivity requirements (quantity and quality of work)
- Proficient written and verbal communication skills
- Team‑oriented, collaborative, and flexible
- Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills
- Ability to work and thrive under time constraints and juggle/prioritize responsibilities
- Ability to demonstrate fundamental computer skills – knowledge of CMMS preferred
- Basic mechanical or industrial understanding
- General awareness of electrical, hydraulics and pneumatics
- Ability to perform preventative maintenance and repair of production line equipment
- Versed in lock‑out/tag‑out procedures and possess a strong safety orientation mindset with demonstrated performance
- Familiarity with how common components function (motors, bearings, pumps, valves, belts)
Requirements
- Minimum education: High School diploma or GED
- 2‑4 years of preferred experience in manufacturing, facility, or industrial settings (preferably food manufacturing)
- Good command of the English language, both written and verbal
- Inventory management experience
- Basic math skills
- High organizational skills
- Receiving and stocking experience
- Foundational understanding to accurately identify parts, understand their purpose, and support maintenance operations
Work Environment
- Overtime hours may be required based on work demand; flexibility with hours is needed
- Occasionally lift and/or move objects over 50 pounds
- Must own and provide personal tools
- Exposure to flour/sugar dust particles; dust levels can be elevated; proper PPE provided when needed
- Noise levels can be loud in some plant locations
- May be required to work outside on building grounds, including elevated areas and rooftops
- Inspection and project work may involve working in elevated conditions and on ladders
- GMPs require hair nets and beard nets in production areas
- Uniforms and safety shoes provided, along with any other specific required PPE
- Frequent bending, stooping, walking, and lifting throughout the shift
Compensation
Hourly compensation for this position is based on skills and experience, ranging from $24.00 to $30.00