Parts Associate (Warehouse)

About the Company

Gulf States Engineering is a leading provider of water and wastewater treatment equipment in the utility side of municipalities and various industrial plants in Louisiana, Mississippi, Arkansas, and West Tennessee. We specialize in pumps and pump repair services, water and wastewater treatment process equipment, electrical controls, and flow control products to deliver high-quality solutions for our customers. With a commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction, we strive to maintain our position as industry leaders in fluid handling technologies.

About the Role

The Parts Associate will be responsible for ordering parts and keeping records of all products shipped and received in the company.

Responsibilities

• Help identify and order parts for customers and the service department
• Source and locate complex parts requests using various systems, catalogs, and other resources
• Coordinate the ordering and direct shipment of parts between the manufacturer and the customer
• Manage the shipment and receipt of all products, materials, and supplies
• Collaborate and communicate with logistics companies, service providers, customers, and other employees
• Promptly unload, sort, and stock deliveries
• Maintain accurate inventory records
• Maintain a clean, neat, and organized work environment and warehouse
• Answer calls and respond to emails in a prompt manner
• Complete purchase orders, quotes, sales orders, and shipping documents
• Package and crate shipments to ensure safe delivery

Requirements

• Minimum age requirement: 18+
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
• Basic computer skills in word processing, spreadsheet, and email management
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Forklift certified or able to pass and obtain certification
• Positive attitude, eager to learn and expand knowledge
• Ability to work independently and with a team
• Strong sense of time organization and urgency

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Capable of lifting items up to 75 lbs
• Regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach overhead, and move about the warehouse
• Must be able to pass a drug test
• While performing the duties of Warehouse Assistant, the employee is regularly required to stand for long periods of time; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk and hear
• The employee is frequently required to walk, sit, climb, and balance
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• The employee regularly lifts and holds equipment at or around waist level while others secure
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus

Benefits

• Health insurance
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance