Parts Specialist

Who We Are: 

We provide certainty in an uncertain world by delivering engine and generator power solutions our customers can rely on.  We are people-focused, family-first, and passionately driven to build strong relationships, share knowledge, and establish confidence.  We are consistent, resourceful problem solvers, dedicated to supporting people inside the organization and out.  We develop products that are built to last by developing people that never stop learning.  As an independent company for over 40 years, we’re not like our competitors.  We do things the Loftin way, which means an unwavering commitment to doing whatever it takes to deliver the best power solution, every time. 

Who You Are: 

You are a reliable, customer-focused (a.k.a. good with people) problem solver.  You effectively communicate through cooperation and teamwork.  You are always looking to improve whether that’s learning something new or seeking ways to promote better quality.  You are driven to do what it takes to get the job done. 

Job Summary:

Receives, stores, and distributes materials, tools, equipment, and products within established policies and procedures for organization.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily including the following.

• Reads production schedule, customer order, work order, shipping order, or requisition to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.
• Conveys materials and items from receiving areas to storage or to other designated areas.
• Sorts and places materials or items on racks, shelves, or in bins according to predetermined sequence such as size, type, style, color, or product code.
• Fills requisitions, work orders, or requests for materials, tools, or other stock items and distributes items.
• Assembles customer orders from stock and places orders on pallets or shelves or conveys orders to packing station or shipping area.
• Marks materials with identifying information.
• Opens bales, crates, and other containers.
• Weighs or counts items for distribution to ensure conformance to company standards.
• Uses computer to enter records.
• Compiles worksheets or tickets from customer purchase orders.
• Drives vehicle to transport stored items from warehouse to plant or to pick up items from several locations for shipment.
• Completes requisition forms to order supplies from vendors.
• Phone orders & counter sales.
• Maintains inventory records. Records amounts of materials or items received or distributed.
• Other duties and projects as assigned.

Qualifications/Experience/Education/Skills:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and/or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Highly competent in the use of Microsoft Office 360 and other Microsoft products/systems. Strong technical aptitude, including ability to learn new systems quickly and train/support team in adoption.

Competencies/Attributes:

• Strong communication skills, to include written, oral and active listening; clear and persuasive in negative or positive situations; asks relevant questions to get clarification; conveys thoughts and ideas in a concise manner; responds well to questions and feedback; demonstrates group participation skills.
• Builds and maintains strong working relationships with customers (internal and/or external) and coworkers; establishes confidence and shares knowledge with others.
• Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; contributes to building a positive team environment; supports everyone's efforts to succeed; recognizes accomplishments of other team members.
• Does what it takes to get the job done for the customer and/or team; nimble, adaptable, resilient, and a bit entrepreneurial; demonstrates learning agility when further developing technical, functional, and interpersonal skills.
• Resourceful problem solver; uncompromising customer service inside the organization and out; never get complacent.
• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality;