Parts Room Clerk

Perdue Farms•Sioux City, IA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Parts Room Clerk supports maintenance operations and plant reliability by keeping parts and inventory accurate, organized, and available. The role includes inventory control and recordkeeping, cycle counts, stock rotation, receiving and shipping parts, and supporting maintenance and operations teams. The clerk also helps improve inventory procedures, storage, and space utilization while maintaining a safe and organized work environment. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The position involves active work throughout the plant and its facilities, including exposure to variable temperatures, humidity, noise, wet or moist floors, and chemicals used in food-processing facilities. Required protective and safety equipment must be worn as applicable.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Two to four years of experience.
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Outlook and Excel.
Ability to operate a forklift and/or pallet jack.
Strong understanding of products and production flow from order entry through shipping.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
Ability to manage priorities and workflow effectively.
Versatility, flexibility, and willingness to work with changing priorities.
Strong attention to detail and interpersonal skills.
Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English.
Visual acuity to operate equipment, read technical information, and use a keyboard.
Ability to complete detailed forms and reports accurately and calculate figures and amounts accurately.
Ability to lift, push, or pull materials weighing up to 50 pounds without mechanical or personnel assistance.
Ability to work on wet and moist floors, including metal and plastic grating surfaces; in temperatures from 28 to 100 degrees Fahrenheit and humidity up to 100%; with products from 25 to 50 degrees Fahrenheit; at noise levels from 50 to 110 dB; and with chemicals used in poultry, food, and processing facilities.

Responsibilities

Conduct cycle count inventory processes accurately and on time.
Schedule inventory categories for cycle counts and maintain accurate records.
Oversee and evaluate stock rotation procedures.
Maintain adequate storage for warehouse and on-site inventory.
Review and evaluate inventory records quarterly.
Train store staff in product dating procedures.
Create procedures to eliminate loss and develop efficient space-utilization plans.
Notify store management of shortages or issues affecting product availability.
Instruct store staff on proper procedures for locating and using inventory.
Check bulk orders for accuracy and quality before shipment.
Unpack and package parts using proper lifting procedures.
Work independently and follow written and oral instructions.
Check out and log parts and supplies moving in and out of the supply room.
Complete nightly cycle counts accurately.
Maintain MSDS files and USDA approval letters.
Log parts and labor into Maximo to track issues and transfers accurately.
Ship parts and equipment for repairs, returns, and credit.
Receive shipments, verify packages against requisitions, and place items into inventory.
Remain active on the plant floor, including troubleshooting and redesigning existing systems.
Access files, supplies, and equipment, and move throughout the complex and its facilities.
Wear and use protective and safety equipment as required.