Maintenance Parts Clerk

Bimbo Bakeries USA • South Saint Paul, MN

10d

About The Position

The Maintenance Parts Clerk supports the Maintenance/Engineering department through cross-functional duties, including purchasing MRO and maintenance parts, managing parts inventory, entering work orders, and creating reports. The role maintains an organized parts inventory system, processes maintenance invoices and related paperwork, tracks spending and parts usage, and updates computer systems and environmental records. The clerk also coordinates with vendors, OEMs, contractors, and the Purchasing department, and conducts audits or inspections as required.

Requirements

• Excellent computer skills and computer literacy.
• Good communication skills with a focus on customer service.
• Knowledge of and ability to identify parts and components in a manufacturing maintenance environment.
• Ability to manage time independently and set priorities.
• Ability to stay well organized.
• At least 1 year of experience with ordering and/or purchasing, preferably in MRO or maintenance.
• At least 1 year of experience in inventory and parts-room management.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent is preferred.
• Ordering and/or purchasing experience in MRO or maintenance is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, organized, clean, and functional parts inventory system.
• Order inventory parts in a timely manner, receive them, and catalog their arrival.
• Process maintenance invoices and work directly with vendors and OEMs; track spending for departmental budget purposes.
• Process maintenance department paperwork, create and run reports, and track parts usage.
• Enter data into computer systems/CMMS for preventive maintenance tasks, work orders, downtime, and environmental items.
• Maintain records of vendor and contractor quotes and GMP forms.
• Ensure parts are tagged, logged into the computer system, and stocked in their proper locations.
• Create parts orders for Purchasing.
• Maintain a usage log and remove obsolete inventory items with oversight from the Chief Engineer.
• Maintain the BEST environmental database with updated wastewater, oxidizer-related, refrigeration, and vendor information.
• Conduct audits and inspections as required.
• Keep contractor certificates of insurance (COIs) up to date and obtain COIs for new contractors.

Benefits

• Competitive pay; starting rate of $25.00 per hour.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and a retirement plan.
• Holidays.
• Paid time off.
• Advancement opportunities.
• Safe and inclusive work environment that appreciates diversity and promotes development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED