Parts Supervisor

Job ID: 00649523

About the role

Under general direction, this entry-level people management position leads a team of junior parts personnel at the shop level. The role is responsible for managing inventory stock levels, performing audits, and ordering and receiving parts to maintain workflow in accordance with J.B. Hunt's needs. It also performs multiple personnel management tasks including staffing, performance management, annual reviews, and time and attendance. The position may require working outdoors, in the elements, or across multiple shifts including nights and/or weekends in addition to overtime; full-time attendance is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage complete inventory of parts at the terminal in an efficient manner to include processing purchase orders, receiving inbound shipments, verifying receipts, stocking parts in proper locations, and updating information systems
• Other duties as assigned
• Maintain the company's safety culture by promoting a safe work environment in compliance with federal and state regulations
• Perform multiple personnel management tasks including but not limited to staffing, performance management, annual reviews, and time and attendance
• Complete regular inventory reports as requested by leadership
• Manage and maintain inventory levels across the terminal and/or service trucks in order to minimize down units and lower costs
• Conduct cycle counts and periodic inventories as required; retain and ship parts per the company's warranty retention and core management guidelines
• Ensure parts are billed to equipment in accordance with work orders
• Verify and maintain quantity and quality of parts kept in inventory

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent with 3 years of related inventory experience and/or military equivalent experience
• Possess a forklift certification required
• Valid driver's license
• Clean motor vehicle record per J.B. Hunt standards

Preferred qualifications

• Ability to fulfill physical requirements (lift/move appliances up to 50 pounds)
• Ability to wear appropriate work attire (protective gear/PPE)
• Advanced math skills
• Experience conducting research
• Experience in inventory management
• Experience in the transportation industry
• Experience managing/supervising a team
• Experience with statistics
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment
• Interest in learning new technologies/software applications
• Proficient analytical skills
• Proficient deductive reasoning skills
• Proficient organizational skills
• Proficient problem-solving skills
• Self-motivated

Compensation

Factors which may affect starting pay within the range may include skills, education, experience, geography, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position may be eligible for annual bonus and incentives based on profitability or volumes in accordance with the terms of the Company's bonus and incentive plans, as applicable and in effect from time to time.

Benefits

• Medical benefit
• Dental benefit
• Vision benefit
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Paid time off commensurate with tenure (includes vacation and sick time)
• Six weeks of paid maternity leave