Parts Coordinator
Aluf Plastics****IMPORTANT: This is a second-shift position. Candidates must be available to work from 4:00 PM to 12:00 AM.**** Position Summary The Parts Coordinator is responsible for managing, organizing, tracking, and maintaining maintenance parts, supplies, and inventory to ensure maintenance personnel have the materials and equipment necessary to support daily operations. This position plays an important role in minimizing equipment downtime by ensuring parts are readily available, properly stocked, and accurately documented. The Parts Coordinator works closely with maintenance mechanics, supervisors, purchasing, and vendors to coordinate parts requests, monitor inventory levels, and maintain an organized and efficient parts room. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Manage the daily operations and organization of the maintenance parts room. Receive, inspect, label, and properly store incoming maintenance parts and supplies. Issue parts, tools, and materials to maintenance mechanics as needed. Maintain accurate inventory records and update the inventory management system. Monitor inventory levels and identify parts requiring replenishment. Coordinate purchase requests and communicate with the purchasing department to ensure timely ordering of parts. Track outstanding orders, backorders, and expected delivery dates. Work with maintenance personnel to identify critical spare parts needed for production equipment. Maintain minimum and maximum inventory levels to prevent shortages and excess stock. Perform routine cycle counts and physical inventory audits. Research and identify replacement parts using equipment manuals, part numbers, and vendor catalogs. Maintain accurate records of parts usage, receipts, and inventory transactions. Ensure parts are properly organized, labeled, and stored in designated locations. Assist with identifying obsolete, damaged, or excess inventory. Coordinate emergency parts requests to support equipment breakdowns and minimize production downtime. Maintain a clean, safe, and organized parts room. Follow all company safety policies and procedures. Perform other duties as assigned by management. Qualifications and Requirements High school diploma or GED required. Minimum of 2–3 years of experience in inventory control, parts coordination, warehouse operations, or maintenance support preferred. Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment preferred. Basic knowledge of mechanical parts, industrial equipment, and maintenance supplies. Familiarity with inventory management systems, ERP systems, and Microsoft Office. Ability to read and interpret part numbers, equipment manuals, and vendor catalogs. Strong organizational and recordkeeping skills. Excellent communication and customer service skills. Ability to multitask and prioritize requests in a fast-paced environment. Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Physical Requirements Ability to lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds, with assistance when necessary. Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and lift throughout the shift. Ability to operate material-handling equipment, such as pallet jacks or forklifts, if authorized. Ability to work in a manufacturing and warehouse environment. Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE). Second Shift Responsibilities Provide parts and material support to maintenance mechanics working second shift. Ensure critical maintenance parts are accessible during second-shift operations. Coordinate urgent parts requests to support equipment repairs and breakdowns. Maintain communication with first-shift maintenance personnel regarding inventory needs, pending orders, and outstanding requests. Prepare necessary updates and communicate inventory concerns to management for follow-up. Performance Expectations Performance will be evaluated based on: Inventory accuracy and organization. Timely fulfillment of maintenance parts requests. P…