Warehouse Associate - Kearny Mesa Ford/Kia

Sunroad Auto•San Diego, CA

About The Position

The Parts Warehouse Associate organizes, distributes, and controls the flow of automotive parts throughout the parts department. The role supports efficient warehouse operations by receiving, inspecting, storing, and tracking parts; accurately fulfilling orders; and preparing parts for delivery or shipment. The associate works with customers, suppliers, service technicians, parts counter associates, delivery personnel, and other warehouse staff to resolve order issues and keep parts moving on time. The position may require driving company vehicles to deliver parts.

Requirements

At least one year of verifiable driving experience.
Basic understanding of the automotive industry.
Must take and pass on-the-job forklift certification.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Valid driver's license and safe driving record.
Must obtain a California driver's license within 30 days following the date of hire.
Ability to perform all essential functions of the job.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in a warehouse, logistics, or automotive parts environment.
Basic knowledge of automotive parts and systems.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to use warehouse management and inventory systems.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to handle physical tasks, including lifting and moving parts.

Responsibilities

Receive and inspect incoming automotive parts shipments for accuracy and quality.
Organize and store parts and accessories in designated warehouse locations.
Conduct inventory checks and audits, update inventory records, and assist with replenishment.
Pick, pack, label, and prepare parts for shipment, delivery, installation, or internal requests.
Verify part numbers, quantities, and condition to ensure accurate order fulfillment.
Coordinate outbound shipments with dispatchers and delivery personnel, and assist with loading and unloading delivery vehicles.
Maintain a clean, organized, accessible, and safe warehouse.
Communicate with customers and suppliers to address order issues or discrepancies, and assist with returns and exchanges.
Follow safety protocols and health and safety regulations when handling and storing automotive parts and chemicals; use required PPE.
Maintain accurate inventory, shipment, and receiving records and complete related paperwork.
Pull parts from inventory based on work orders, repair orders, and customer requests, meeting service and repair deadlines.
Monitor stock levels and report low or out-of-stock items to management.
Update inventory systems with parts pulled and stock-level information, and record discrepancies or issues.
Assist service technicians and other staff with locating and identifying parts and answering questions about availability or specifications.
Work with warehouse staff, parts counter associates, management, and delivery drivers to support smooth operations.
Safely operate a company vehicle to deliver automotive parts to designated locations as needed.
Provide assistance to team members, maintain satisfactory attendance, and perform other related duties as assigned.