Plant Maintenance Parts & Inventory Clerk

Crystal Creamery•Modesto, CA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Crystal Creamery is seeking a Plant Maintenance Parts & Inventory Clerk to support the maintenance team at its Modesto dairy manufacturing facility. The role combines hands-on work with maintenance mechanics and computerized inventory management to help keep production equipment running safely and efficiently. The clerk identifies equipment parts and replacement components, prepares parts for repairs and planned maintenance, manages stockroom inventory, and maintains records and reports in the MP2 maintenance management system. The position also supports purchasing, preventive maintenance planning, equipment reliability, food safety, and plant improvement initiatives. The schedule is Sunday through Thursday on swing shift, with flexible hours including overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed. Pay is $23.00–$28.00 per hour, depending on experience.

Requirements

Three to five years of relevant experience in fluid manufacturing.
Experience with industrial maintenance parts, MRO inventory, storeroom operations, parts purchasing, or a related field.
Ability to identify mechanical and electrical components and help determine correct replacement parts.
Comfort working alongside mechanics and inspecting equipment to verify parts requirements.
Strong computer skills, including data entry, recordkeeping, and running reports.
Ability to research parts using equipment manuals, catalogs, part numbers, and vendor resources.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Effective verbal and written communication, teamwork, and follow-through when working with maintenance personnel, vendors, and management.
Ability to safely perform physical duties associated with receiving, organizing, and handling parts.
Ability to inspect equipment and recognize potential problems.
Ability to stand, walk, kneel, and bend for virtually the entire shift.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
Ability to work in a wet environment with moderate to high noise volume.
Willingness to work flexible hours, including overtime, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Must pass pre-employment screens, including drug, background, and criminal checks.

Nice To Haves

Experience with an inventory or computerized maintenance management system (CMMS); MP2 experience is a plus.
Experience in a dairy, food processing, manufacturing, or other industrial maintenance environment.
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Formal maintenance training desired.

Responsibilities

Partner with maintenance mechanics to identify equipment, inspect components, and determine replacement parts.
Accompany mechanics to equipment as needed to verify part numbers, measurements, specifications, and compatibility.
Research parts using equipment manuals, technical documentation, vendor catalogs, and supplier resources.
Help mechanics locate parts for repairs, preventive maintenance, and planned work orders.
Prepare parts kits for scheduled maintenance.
Receive parts and supplies, verify deliveries, and label and store materials appropriately.
Maintain accurate inventory records, stock locations, and item information in MP2.
Monitor inventory levels and help ensure critical spare parts are available.
Perform cycle counts, investigate inventory discrepancies, and process authorized stock adjustments.
Identify obsolete, excess, and surplus inventory and collaborate with maintenance and engineering to improve inventory accuracy and reduce waste.
Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient maintenance parts room.
Enter and update part numbers, descriptions, quantities, stock locations, and vendor information in MP2.
Run inventory, cycle count, usage, and other system reports to support inventory monitoring and purchasing decisions.
Review inventory data for accuracy and identify discrepancies.
Maintain accurate records, purchase documentation, and required paperwork.
Help improve inventory tracking, parts identification, and stockroom procedures.
Communicate with mechanics, supervisors, vendors, and management about parts availability, outstanding requests, shortages, and updates.
Participate in shift handoffs regarding parts needs and status.
Coordinate with suppliers to obtain quotes, verify specifications, and identify suitable replacement parts.
Support preventive maintenance planning, equipment reliability, food safety, and plant improvement initiatives.
Follow company safety procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices, and applicable food safety requirements.
Operate a forklift as needed while maintaining current certification.