Job Summary
The Parts Manager is responsible for assisting Metal Technicians and Estimators with parts procurement for repairs of damaged vehicles. Responsibilities include ordering parts, checking-in received parts, delivering parts, and/or picking-up parts from suppliers/vendors, returning parts and ensuring all parts are tracked in management system.
Duties/Responsibilities
- Responsible for all parts purchases/orders, handling of parts, sublet and materials, and using Repair Center procedures for ordering, receiving, storing, dispensing and documenting all part orders.
- Responsible for inspecting each part received for accuracy, proper pricing and damage.
- Responsible for storing all received parts with proper repair orders and/or ensure correct parts are issued to proper technicians.
- Assist estimators with acquiring the required and correct parts for any work in process.
- Manage overall parts-returns to less than 20%. Return incorrect and defective parts and reorders for credit to the appropriate suppliers and document promptly in management system.
- Upon completion of vehicle repair return unnecessary parts for credit and document.
- Help with general maintenance of the facility, e.g., cleanliness, organization, etc.
- Perform assigned duties in a safe and responsible manner that does not expose yourself or other employees to unnecessary risk of injury.
- Attend daily release meetings.
- Other duties as assigned.
Experience/Skill Requirements
- 3+ years experience handling parts in an auto body collision facility (or similar parts business).
- High School diploma required, collision vocational graduate preferred.
- I-CAR training and/or ASE certification preferred.
- Experience utilizing a computer for parts entry and linking of parts numbers in a management system.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
- Ability to working independently without close supervision.
- Highly organized and able to work in a team environment.
- Must have a valid driver’s license.
- Must be able to work the following days and hours:
- Monday – Friday (8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., edit as necessary)
- Every other Saturday (8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., edit as necessary)
Physical Requirements
Essential physical requirements include:
- Ability to stoop, bend and kneel, squat, kneel and pulling
- Extended periods of kneeling, bending, squatting and stooping
- Carry and lift heavy objects (up to 50lbs)
- Standing, sitting and walking
- Performing repetitive motions
Work Environment
Exposure to:
- Paint, fumes and particles
- Dirt / Dust
- Chemicals / Toxins
- Varying heat / cold
- Intermittent noise