Order Fulfillment - Powertrain Specialist

Holbrook Auto Parts•Highland Park, MI

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About The Position

The Drivetrain Fulfillment Specialist is responsible for the safe, accurate, and high-quality fulfillment of engine and transmission orders. This role involves locating, retrieving, preparing, inspecting, and loading drivetrains using forklifts and other heavy machinery. Responsibilities include de-wiring, draining, cleaning, power washing, and performing extensive quality control inspections to ensure all engines and transmissions meet Holbrook's standards prior to customer pickup or shipment.

Requirements

Strong automotive parts knowledge, specifically engines and transmissions
Hands-on mechanical experience with drivetrain components
Ability to identify damage, wear, and missing parts on engines and transmissions
Experience operating forklifts or heavy machinery (certification preferred or willingness to obtain)
Ability to lift up to 75 lbs and work in a physically demanding environment
Must be able to work in all weather conditions, including rain, snow, heat, and cold
High attention to detail with a strong focus on quality control and accuracy
Ability to follow written instructions, safety procedures, and operational guidelines
automotive engines and transmissions: 1 year (Required)
Forklift: 1 year (Required)

Nice To Haves

Experience in automotive recycling, salvage yards, or drivetrain fulfillment
Familiarity with VIN decoding and drivetrain identification
Forklift certification
High attention to detail: 1 year (Preferred)
Language: English (Preferred)

Responsibilities

Locate and pull all sold engines and transmissions from yard, warehouse, and storage locations using forklifts and heavy machinery
Accurately retrieve drivetrains based on work orders and staging requirements
De-wire drivetrains, including removal of wiring harnesses, sensors, and related components
Properly drain all fluids (oil, coolant, transmission fluid, etc.) in compliance with safety and environmental standards
Power wash engines and transmissions to remove grease, dirt, and debris
Perform extensive quality control inspections , including:
Identifying cracks, broken mounts, damaged sensors, or missing components
Inspecting engine blocks, cylinder heads, oil pans, valve covers, bellhousing areas, and accessory mounting points
Verifying completeness and overall condition of engine and transmission assemblies
Document and communicate any damage, missing components, or discrepancies prior to shipment or customer release
Operate forklifts and other heavy machinery to move, stage, and store drivetrains safely
Load sold engines and transmissions into customer vehicles, company trucks, and freight carriers securely
Properly package, strap, and palletize drivetrains to prevent damage during transport
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe drivetrain and warehouse work area
Follow all safety procedures and equipment operation standards
Assist with drivetrain inventory organization and storage as needed