Storage and Projects Specialist
Description
Storage & Project Specialist
See What We’re All About
As the fastest growing distributor of foodservice equipment parts, we like to do things a little differently. We believe our team should be like family. Not like a second cousin, twice removed, but more like the family you choose to be with every day. First, you have to demonstrate our core values and keep safety as your #1 priority, that’s key. But we’re also looking for unique enthusiasm, high integrity, courage to embrace change…and if you know a few jokes, that puts you on the top of our list.
Do you have a genius-level knowledge of foodservice equipment parts? If not, no problem! We’re more interested in passionate people with fresh ideas from different backgrounds. That’s what keeps us at the top of our game. We’re proud that our workplace has been recognized for its growth and innovation on the Inc. 5000 list, fifteen years in a row, and the Crain’s Fast 50 list ten times. We are honored to be voted by our Chicagoland team as a Chicago Tribune Top Workplace for four consecutive years in 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023.
If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves, go above and beyond and put your ambition to work, all while having some fun, let’s chat – Apply Today!
FC Perks
- Quarterly profit-sharing bonus
- Bi-Weekly Travel stipends
- Safety Shoes reimbursement program
- Team member appreciation events and recognition programs
- Volunteer opportunities
- Holiday pay and opportunities for overtime
- Referral Bonus Program
- We offer forklift training programs
- On-demand pay options: Access your pay as you earn it, to cover unexpected or even everyday expenses
- All the traditional benefits like health insurance, 401k/401k match, employee assistance programs and time away – don’t worry, we’ve got you covered.
The Job at a Glance
As the FC Storage and Project Specialist you are a critical member of the Distribution Center team as we build out our new facility and begin stocking inventory. At the start-up, you will help with the creation and labeling of all storage locations. You will support the operations team by slotting the forward locations with inventory that optimize picking and put away efficiencies as well as storage space. You will work with the operations and analytics team and help coordinate item moves for continuous optimization of productivity, quality, and safety. You will also work with the Wizards team to maintain system locations and accuracy. You will be responsible for establishing forward location inventory levels and maintaining forward replenishments. This specialist will play a key role in maintaining the quality and accuracy of Parts Town’s genuine OEM part inventory. Storage and Project Specialists will perform an essential function making sure our inventory is stored in safe locations that promote operational efficiency. You will also be a part of large-scale projects involving item moves, scrapping, and other inventory related projects.
A Typical Day
- Assist FC Analytics team in planning inventory storage and optimizing FC picking and put away flows
- Identify and relocate unsafe products and move inventory to safer and more efficient locations
- Assist with project work related to item moves and scrapping
- Maintain bin locations and liners
- Replenish forward inventory, help set replenishment points
To Land This Opportunity
- You can work the shift 8:30 AM-5:00 PM
- You possess strong problem solving, attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills
- You can use an RF Scanner and laptop to execute different assignments
- You’re adaptable and thrive within quickly changing environments
- You possess the ability to move around for long periods of time and consistently lift up to 40lbs unassisted
- You have fantastic communication skills & you’re proficient in English (verbal and written)
- You are vehicle certified or willing to become certified on a forklift, reach truck, scissor lift and order picker to operate these vehicles daily
- You are looking to work Monday through Friday and are able to work Saturdays when needed
About Your Future Team
Parts Town welcomes diversity and as an equal opportunity employer all qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status