Parts Room - Inventory Specialist

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Located in Lafayette, IN

Salary: $18/hr.

Parts Room – Inventory Specialist

Location: Lafayette, IN
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Overtime: Overtime may be required before or after the scheduled shift, with most overtime occurring after the end of the shift.

Position Overview

We are seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Parts Room – Inventory Specialist to support inventory accuracy, material movement, and parts room operations within a manufacturing environment. This position plays a key role in maintaining inventory integrity, locating and delivering parts, and ensuring materials are available to support production and maintenance teams.

The ideal candidate is a self-starter who can work independently, stay organized, and effectively manage multiple tasks throughout the day while maintaining a high level of accuracy.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform cycle counts and inventory audits to maintain accurate inventory records.
• Verify pallet locations and investigate inventory discrepancies.
• Communicate inventory inaccuracies to supervisors and assist with corrective actions.
• Use handheld scanners and inventory management systems to track and verify materials.
• Pick, verify, and stage parts for production and maintenance teams.
• Assemble and prepare parts kits as needed.
• Locate and retrieve missing parts throughout the facility.
• Deliver materials and parts to various departments and buildings.
• Operate forklifts, cherry pickers, and personnel lifts safely and efficiently (training provided as needed).
• Assist with parts room operations and provide coverage during absences or peak workload periods.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and efficient work area.
• Support continuous improvement efforts related to inventory control and material flow.
• Work independently while managing daily priorities and assigned tasks.

Qualifications

• Previous inventory, warehouse, parts room, or material handling experience preferred.
• Forklift experience preferred; certification is a plus.
• Ability to learn and operate cherry pickers, man lifts, and other material handling equipment.
• Experience using handheld scanners and inventory tracking systems preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve inventory discrepancies.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and stay productive with minimal supervision.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent walking between departments and buildings throughout the workday.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and lift materials regularly.
• Ability to safely lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Comfortable working at heights while operating cherry pickers and lifts.

Why You'll Like This Opportunity

• Variety of responsibilities with a mix of inventory control, material handling, and logistics support.
• Opportunity to learn specialized equipment and develop warehouse and inventory management skills.
• Independent work environment with opportunities to make a direct impact on inventory accuracy and operational efficiency.
• Stable first-shift schedule with overtime opportunities.

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