Storage and Project Specialist
Description
DC Storage and Project Specialist
See What We’re All About
As the fastest-growing distributor of restaurant equipment, HVAC and residential appliance parts, we like to do things a little differently. First, you need to understand and demonstrate our Core Values with safety being your first 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 original equipment manufacturer 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 15 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 the last four years.
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!
- Parts Town Pride – check out our virtual tour and culture!
- Quarterly profit-sharing bonus
- Team member appreciation events and recognition programs
- Volunteer opportunities
- Monthly IT stipend
- Casual dress code
- 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.
Bonus DC Perks
- Bi-weekly travel stipend
- Safety shoes reimbursement program
- Holiday pay and opportunities for overtime
- Referral bonus program
- We offer forklift training programs
- Free food! We offer free snacks and drinks to show our appreciation to our team members
The Job at a Glance
As the DC 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 DC Analytics team in planning inventory storage and optimizing DC 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
- You’re an all-star communicator and are proficient in English (both written and verbal)
- You possess the ability to move around for long periods of time and consistently lift up to 30 lbs. unassisted.
To Land This Opportunity
- 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 30lbs 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
Our Distribution Center Team is full of high-performing team members who have a passion and enthusiasm to work hard and play hard. Our Distribution Center is a very team-oriented atmosphere, and we strive to live up to our core values of safety, integrity, community, passion, courage, and innovation each and every day!
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.