Parts Worker

Position Summary

Procure, receive, issue, identify, store and maintain inventory of parts, materials and tools; log parts issued to proper work orders and post orders into computer; research, locate and order parts for mechanics and provide technical support to the mechanical repair staff, shop foreman, user department liaisons and assigned supervisory or management staff.

Essential Functions

• Receive, stock and issue various parts, materials, supplies, tools and equipment; verify and inspect incoming shipments for appropriate application, quantity and quality; sign for items as appropriate.
• Research, prepare bids and order parts from vendors; ensure compliance with general contract guidelines.
• Obtain price quotes for parts and supplies purchased; order parts and stock items from vendors; mark stock items as necessary upon arrival; prioritize and expedite orders.
• Obtain and fill customer orders; deliver stock items as appropriate; answer questions regarding product information including use and safety of product, handling and disposal and ordering procedures.
• Maintain detailed files of parts-supply transactions; log returned parts for credit due.
• Operate appropriate equipment including a forklift, pallet, jack, hand truck, cart and delivery truck; unload shipments and verify for appropriate quantity and quality.
• Perform routine computer terminal data entry including transfers, corrections, warranty transactions, research and work order transactions; log parts issued to proper work orders and post orders into computer; retrieve information to assist in locating parts and supplies.
• Prepare various reports relating to parts issuance, receipts, work orders and billing information.
• Assist technical staff in determining accurate parts applications for assigned projects; place telephone orders for stock and special items; research parts manuals and technical publications.
• Conduct periodic inventory of stock items; maintain proper stock levels by ordering supplies and parts on a daily basis.
• Perform a variety of clerical support activities including answering the telephone and typing forms and correspondence.

Supplemental Functions

• Maintain the warehouse in a clean and orderly manner.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED supplemented by thirty (30) credit hours college level course work in business or inventory control; and two (2) years of inventory control experience. Education and experience directly related to the minimum requirements may be interchangeable on a year-for-year basis.

Additional Requirements

• Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License, or the ability to obtain by date of hire.
• Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within six (6) months from date of hire.

Working Conditions

Warehouse environment; exposure to computer screens, moving equipment. Essential and supplemental functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for standing, climbing, stooping, kneeling or crouching for prolonged periods; may require lifting and carrying objects up to 100 pounds; and operating vehicles and/or equipment.