What are the responsibilities and job description for the Parts Purchaser position at UFP Ventures II Inc?
Job Summary The Parts Purchaser is responsible for ordering, tracking, and researching parts, machinery, equipment, and tools to assist the Maintenance Department in various machine/building repairs and preventative maintenance. Principal Duties and Responsibilities Researches, orders and tracks parts for the maintenance department. Generates purchase orders and verifies receipt of items. Assists in the repair of machinery, infeed/out feed systems, hand tools, and forklifts in accordance with diagrams, operating manuals, and manufacturer specifications Orders supplies and parts as required Ensures stock and supplies are available for all preventive maintenance as scheduled Maintains records of repair and maintenance activities Performs duties consistent with established safety rules and procedures Maintains a clean and organized work area Participates in safety, CI, and other programs and meetings Prepares various reports as required Performs other duties as required Qualifications High school diploma Minimum 1 year of experience in machine repair in maintenance Working knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, and control technology, and welding Working knowledge of safe equipment practices and applicable laws, rules, and regulations Demonstrate working knowledge of hazardous waste and hazardous material handling procedures and practices Must be at least 18 years of age The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please watch our welcome video below to learn more about UFP Industries! Wondering what the companies of UFP Industries are all about? We're successful. We've been around for more than 65 years, and we've been profitable every year since our founding. We work hard, and we know how to set and beat records. We're competitive. Our line of work is demanding, but you'll get back what you put in and have fun doing it. We're family. We care for each other and want to see each other succeed. We enjoy watching each other build great careers and take advantage of the many opportunities we have to advance. And that makes UFP Industries a great place to be. We work hard and smart. We learn and grow from each other, from experience, from trial and error, from success. We collaborate to maintain our competitive edge. And we do it all on a global scale.