Parts Room Assistant

The Bel Group is a major player in the food industry through portions of dairy, fruit and plant-based products, and one of the world leaders in branded cheeses. Its portfolio of differentiated and internationally recognized brands includes The Laughing Cow®, Kiri®, Babybel®, Boursin® Nurishh®, Pom'Potes® and GoGo squeeZ®, as well as some 30 local brands. Together, these brands helped the Group generate sales of €3.6 billion in 2022.

Do you want to join a company with strong brands that puts consumers and responsibility at the heart of the decision-making process? Then Bel is made for you!

Are you bold, pragmatic, and determined? Do you want to contribute to the transformation of an international agri-food company? Them come join us and measure the impact of your talent and energy in realizing an ambitious and sustainable company project!

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Job Title: Parts Room Assistant

Reports to: Parts Room Purchasing Specialist

Dotted Line to: No Yes:

Number of Direct Reports: None

Key Internal Partners: Maintenance Techs, Maintenance Supervisors, Plant Controller, Technical Services Department, Engineering Department

Key External Partners: Suppliers, Manufacturers, Fabrication Shops

Project Management: No Yes

Location: Nampa, Idaho

Date Updated: 01/15/2025

Job Summary:

The Parts Room Assistant position is responsible for supporting the Parts Room Purchasing Specialist in receiving and verifying maintenance parts and all consumable items for the facility. This position also maintains the spare parts room, including general inventory, with the goal of expediting all repairs and limiting production down-time when possible.

Job Responsibilities & Tasks:

• Manage inventory of all maintenance parts and consumables (production, maintenance, quality, shipping, etc.)

o Maintain minimum levels of inventory to eliminate downtime

o Assist maintenance personnel with finding and identifying parts

o Update and maintain parts standard in a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)

o Update and maintain stockroom organization and 5s

o Perform inventory cycle counts to ensure compliance with inventory management program

o Assist with annual inventory

o Identifies and corrects any discrepancies in inventory counts and/or errors in descriptions of parts in computerized maintenance management system

• Manage incoming and outgoing shipments:

o Receives, unpacks, and verifies items against purchase orders

o Maintains and notifies the correct person or department of any items received for them

o Basic shipping from small packages to large pallets, both domestic and international and a knowledge of how items should be packaged to safely arrive at destination

o Drives forklift in accordance with company policy

• Responsible for cross-functional team interactions and open communication:

o Participates in the technical team meeting and other meetings as needed

o Consider the requirements for industrial and food safety in all job aspects

o Respect good practices in safety, food safety, hygiene, and quality

• All other duties as assigned

Key Performance Indicator (KPI):

• Stock rotation management

• Accuracy of the CMMS

Position Requirements:

EDUCATION

• High School Diploma or GED is required.

EXPERIENCE

• Experience with oversight of parts and inventory management in a manufacturing environment is strongly preferred

• 2 or more years of experience in a customer service role is required

• Experience using a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) and an ERP system is highly desirable

• 1 year shipping/receiving experience preferred

SKILLS

• Knowledge of principals and methods of purchasing and inventory management

• Knowledge of machines, tools, and parts (mechanical & electrical), including their uses

• Technical knowledge of food processing equipment is a plus

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

• Provides excellent customer service to internal and external customers

• Demonstrates the ability to seek input and make timely, well-informed decisions.

• Demonstrate strong organizational and time management skills

• Must have solid written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to perform the job independently

• Ability to become forklift certified within 6 months of hire

• Demonstrates a strong attention to detail.

• Knowledge of inventory and flows of inventory

• Proper housekeeping and 5s standards

PHYSICAL & TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs.

• Must be able to climb a ladder

• Must be able to work a minimum of 8 hours per day and sit or stand for extended periods of time

• Must be able to wear PPE

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