Parts and Inventory Control Specialist

Position Description

The Parts and Inventory Control Specialist performs work related to managing the receipt, storage, and distribution of parts and materials from the District’s inventory; conducts inventory control to ensure materials are available for facilities and fleet maintenance projects, including multiple and remote locations; and performs related work as required.

• Oversees the day-to-day warehousing, stocking, and inventory functions of the District; operates warehouse facility; stocks and maintains supplies as ordered for operation; prepares requests for bids for parts and materials and reviews bids, as directed.
• Receives inventory shipments; examines supplies and materials received to verify accuracy according to shipping documents, purchase orders, and related documents; determines quality of shipment, damage, or other unsatisfactory conditions, and accepts or rejects shipments.
• Operates warehouse equipment such as a forklift; loads and stocks shelves and material pallets; operates trucks and vans as needed to distribute supplies to various maintenance centers; makes regular scheduled pickups or deliveries; performs minor maintenance on equipment.
• Establishes inventory tracking systems; develops or determines space allocations for various materials or products; monitors stock and availability to ensure timely access to essential materials, parts, products, and equipment.
• Operates personal computer and related inventory software; inputs material specifications and products.
• Establishes parts and equipment stocking objectives and needs for the District; monitors stocking status and supplies and determines reorder points and needs.
• Ensures the work environment is safe for employees; ensures warehouse area is clean and orderly; manages waste or scrap materials from trash to landfill.
• Assists with preparing department annual budget requests for approval by manager.
• Observes and complies with all District and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

Education:

• Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade, supplemented by specialized training in inventory control methods and basic computer operations.

Experience:

• Four (4) years of experience performing parts and inventory control or related duties.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Possession of, or successful acquisition within six (6) months of employment, a valid forklift certification, to be maintained throughout employment.
• Possession of, or successful acquisition within 12 months of employment, a valid Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) P2 Automotive Parts Specialist Certification.