Parts Coordinator

Company Details

Darling Ingredients repurposes and recycles materials from the animal agriculture and food industries - transforming them into essential ingredients that do everything from feeding animals to fertilizing crops to fueling planes and nourishing people. We're the number one publicly traded company of our kind, operating a global family of brands and businesses that span more than 260 facilities in over 15 countries. Our unique scale allows us to make entire industries less wasteful and more sustainable, helping move the world toward a more circular economy.

Darling Ingredients offers full time employees a full suite of benefits including but not limited to the following: 401(k), Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, and Paid Time Off.

Job Summary

The Parts Coordinator is responsible for the movement of parts and equipment in and out of the parts department.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

• Inventory Management:Maintain accurate stock levels of parts and equipment, all fluids ensuring availability for repairs and service needs.
• Procurement & Ordering:Source parts from vendors, negotiate pricing and delivery terms, and coordinate with service departments to meet repair schedules.
• Technician Support:Assist service technicians in identifying the correct parts using parts catalogs and other resources.
• Order Processing:Write Purchase Order(s) for parts, Issue parts to technicians, update inventory control systems according to company guidelines.
• Receiving & Shipping:Daily receiving of incoming parts, inspecting for accuracy and damage.
• Returns & Warranty Handling:Manage returns of defective parts and process warranty claims in compliance with company policy.
• Department Maintenance:Keep the parts area clean, organized, and in line with company standards.
• Vendor Coordination:Pick up and deliver parts from vendors as needed and coordinate special orders or recalls.
• Inventory Audits:Perform cycle counts and report discrepancies to ensure accuracy and prevent loss.
• Safety & Compliance:Follow all safety rules, company policies, and industry regulations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Repeated bending and stooping.
• Able to move 55-gallon drums.
• Able to climb stairs frequently and work at heights more than 12' safety using PPE.

Work Environment:

• Hot, cold, wet.
• Must be willing to work all shifts including over time and weekends as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong organizational and computer skills for inventory systems.
• Understanding of mechanical and technical terms related to the equipment or vehicles served.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Prior experience in a parts department or related role preferred.
• Ability to drive or learn to drive a forklift.

The information contained in this job description is intended to describe the essential job functions required of those assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the job. Please note that management retains the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrated commitment to effective customer service delivery, integrity, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Darling Ingredients.

Darling Ingredients is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military service, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state and local law. Know Your Rights: If you would like more information, please click on the link and paste into your browser: https://www.eeoc.gov/poster