Maintenance Parts Manager

The Parts Manager will oversee all functions of the parts department, which includes sourcing vendors, maintaining optimal inventory levels, and implementing best practices for inventory control. A solid understanding of electromechanical equipment, maintenance schedules, and supply chain logistics is essential. The ideal candidate should have experience in a manufacturing environment, possess excellent communication skills, and take a proactive approach to reducing equipment downtime through effective parts management.

• Maintain and organize the parts inventory for all equipment and plant systems.
• Source and order parts from approved vendors, negotiating pricing and delivery schedules.
• Collaborate with maintenance and production teams to forecast and fulfill parts needs.
• Monitor inventory levels, track usage trends, and develop stock control systems.
• Ensure proper labeling, storage, and documentation of all parts.
• Manage warranty claims and returns for defective parts.
• Maintain accurate records using inventory management software.
• Conduct regular audits and cycle counts to maintain inventory accuracy.
• Develop and maintain vendor relationships and evaluate supplier performance.

• An associate’s degree or equivalent in business or a technical trade field is preferred, or a combination of experience in maintenance and parts-related ordering and management.
• 3+ years of experience in parts management or inventory control role, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Basic knowledge of maintenance crafts and tools is required, including basic knowledge of parts for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, pneumatics, controls, hydraulics, and lubricants.
• Proficiency in inventory management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.

In addition to a competitive wage, the selected candidate will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, wellness programs, onsite fitness center, STD, LTD, life insurance, and a company-matching 401(k) plan. All employees and their immediate family members also have access to our two health and wellness clinics. Services are free and include preventive and acute care.

Started in 1933, Green Bay Packaging Inc. is a family-owned, vertically integrated company consisting of corrugated container plants, a folding carton facility, recycled and virgin containerboard mills, pressure-sensitive label roll stock plants, timberlands, a paper slitting operation, and a sawmill facility. Headquartered in Green Bay, Wis., Green Bay Packaging Inc. employs over 4,600 team members and operates 40 facilities in 16 states, each with a dedication to innovative development of its products and forestry resources, with a focus on safety, sustainability, quality, and continuous improvement. For more information about Green Bay Packaging Inc., visit gbp.com.