Parts Runner

Parts Runner

About Ricart: We were founded in 1953 as a family owned business, and we strive every day to provide our customers, vendors, and employees with world class services, one experience and encounter at a time. While we all have different skill sets and personalities, we use our Rules of the Road- Driven, Trusted, Sharp, Welcome, & One Team, to keep us in the right lane and guide our every action.

In order to be eligible for employment with Ricart, you must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and be able to pass an initial drug and background screening.

About the role: The Parts Runner plays a vital role in supporting the dealership's service and parts operations. This position involves the timely and accurate delivery of parts to technicians, assisting with inventory management, and ensuring the smooth flow of parts within the dealership.

Key Competencies

• Communication
• Attention to detail
• Speed and accuracy
• Technical knowledge
• Time management
• Safety awareness

Responsibilities

Parts Delivery:

• Pick up and deliver parts and supplies to various departments within the dealership, including the service department and other designated areas
• Ensure parts are properly packaged and labeled for transport
• Confirm orders are placed in the correct staging zones based on shipping schedules, routes or carriers
• Deliver parts to technicians in a timely manner to minimize downtime
• Assist in picking up and returning parts from local suppliers or other dealership locations as needed
• Help with loading orders onto the delivery trucks

Inventory Management:

• Assist with stocking and organizing parts shelves and bins
• Help maintain accurate inventory records
• Cross-check orders to confirm that all items, quantities and labels match shipping documents
• Ensure that orders are packed and labeled correctly
• Identify and report any discrepancies or shortages in stock

General Support:

• Assist with receiving parts orders and locating stock
• Keep the parts department clean and organized by disposing of used boxes and trash, sweeping floors, and dusting parts bins daily
• Assist with other duties as assigned by the Parts Manager/Supervisor

Customer Service:

• Provide friendly and efficient service to customers and technicians
• Answer phone calls and provide information as needed
• Assist customers with locating parts

The duties and responsibilities defined above are not an all inclusive list, but a general summary of typical duties. Individuals in this position may be asked to perform a wide range of related tasks to ensure that the sales and service goals for the team are met and that the highest level of customer service is always provided.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Must have a valid driver's license and must meet motor vehicle report insurance standards
• Prior warehouse experience can be advantageous
• Attention to detail and accuracy crucial
• Excellent communication, organizational
• Basic knowledge of automotive parts preferred

• Proficiency with warehouse equipment
• Ability to lift and carry parts and supplies
• Safety awareness

Employee Benefits Overview:

• Competitive PPO medical insurance with offered HSA option
• Dental and vision insurance plans
• Short-term disability insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Voluntary life insurance, critical illness, accident insurance, cancer insurance and hospital indemnity insurance plans
• Voluntary tool insurance
• Voluntary pet insurance
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Employer paid subscription to Calm Health
• Generous paid time off (PTO) policy including vacation and sick days
• Paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan with annual discretionary profit-sharing contribution
• Professional development opportunities such as training and tuition assistance
• Employee discount pricing
• Wellness initiatives

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.