Parts Manager

EW Grobbel•Detroit, MI

37d•$70,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Parts Manager position at EW Grobbel requires an individual who can effectively oversee the organization, inventory control, and availability of maintenance parts across multiple facilities. This role ensures technicians have the right parts at the right time to support equipment uptime, food safety, and overall operational efficiency.

Requirements

Strong organizational and inventory management skills
Attention to detail with labeling, tracking, and documentation
Proficiency in CMMS systems (experience with MaintainX preferred)
Ability to manage multiple sites and prioritize effectively
Basic understanding of mechanical and maintenance parts
Strong communication and collaboration with maintenance teams

Nice To Haves

Proactive, structured, and detail-oriented
Takes ownership of inventory accuracy and organization
Operates with urgency to support production needs
Continuously looks for ways to simplify and improve systems

Responsibilities

Oversee parts inventory management across three manufacturing locations
Procure maintenance, repair, and operational (MRO) parts, including specialized parts research, in a timely and cost-effective manner
Receive incoming parts, verify accuracy, and ensure proper labeling and identification
Organize and store parts in a structured, accessible, and standardized manner
Maintain accurate inventory levels, including min/max thresholds and reorder points
Utilize MaintainX CMMS to track inventory, usage, and part history
Ensure all parts are properly logged, categorized, and searchable within the CMMS
Support maintenance teams by quickly fulfilling part requests and reducing downtime
Conduct routine cycle counts and periodic full inventory audits
Identify and eliminate obsolete, duplicate, or excess inventory
Standardize parts across facilities where possible to reduce complexity and cost