Job Summary

The Parts Purchaser is responsible for ordering, tracking, and researching parts, machinery, equipment, and tools to assist the Maintenance Department in various machine/building repairs and preventative maintenance.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Researches, orders and tracks parts for the maintenance department.
• Generates purchase orders and verifies receipt of items.
• Assists in the repair of machinery, infeed/out feed systems, hand tools, and forklifts in accordance with diagrams, operating manuals, and manufacturer specifications
• Orders supplies and parts as required
• Ensures stock and supplies are available for all preventive maintenance as scheduled
• Maintains records of repair and maintenance activities
• Performs duties consistent with established safety rules and procedures
• Maintains a clean and organized work area
• Participates in safety, CI, and other programs and meetings
• Prepares various reports as required
• Performs other duties as required

Qualifications

• High school diploma
• Minimum 1 year of experience in machine repair in maintenance
• Working knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, and control technology, and welding
• Working knowledge of safe equipment practices and applicable laws, rules, and regulations
• Demonstrate working knowledge of hazardous waste and hazardous material handling procedures and practices
• Must be at least 18 years of age