About Oshkosh AeroTech, an Oshkosh company
Oshkosh AeroTech is a leading provider of aviation ground support products, gate equipment and airport services to commercial airlines, airports, air-freight carriers, ground handling and military customers. Oshkosh AeroTech offers products that make a difference in people’s lives by supporting those in our communities who do some of the toughest work. They own many of the most trusted brands in the air transportation industry, including LEKTRO®, JetAire®, JetPower®, AmpTekÔ, Jetway®, and more.
As an Inventory/Parts Specialist you willberesponsible foroverseeing the procurement and inventory management of materials and parts essential for repair and preventative maintenance operations. This includes evaluating vendor quotes, negotiating purchases, and ensuringtimelydelivery of supplies. The position also involves monitoring contract compliance, verifying received materials, andmaintainingaccuraterecords in the CMMS system. Additionally, the role may require operating various company vehicles and equipment, adhering to safety protocols, and performingadditionaltasks as assigned to support smooth operational efficiency.
YOUR IMPACT
These duties are not meant to be all-inclusive, and other duties may be assigned
Create and lead processes to ensure materials and parts are available tomaintainsmooth operation for repairs and preventative maintenance.
Evaluate vendor quotes and services todeterminemost desirable suppliers.
Purchase,orderand negotiate materials, equipment, and supplies from vendors.
Evaluate andmonitorcontract performance to ensure compliance with contractual obligations anddetermineneed for changes.
Examine materials received, verify part numbers, and check discrepancies such as damaged or unmarked parts.
Maintain an inventory database and input parts in the CMMS system.
Drive andoperatedifferent equipment such as golf cart, company vehicles, forklift, etc.
Comply withcompany safety program and trainings.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
High School diploma or GED equivalent
Valid Driver License
2 years’ experience in materialpurchasing/ Inventory Control
2 years’ experience in data entry, schedulingworkloadsand work orders.
Ability to be badged to work in secure areas of an airport
Availabletowork Dayor Night Shift including weekends and holidays
PREFERREDQUALIFICATIONS
Experience with Airport Operations a plus
Computer skills withproficiencyin Microsoft Word and Excel
Experience with computer maintenance tracking systems
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of Inventory / Parts Specialist, the employeeis regularly required tolift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job includeclose proximityvision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers to handle or fell objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employeeis occasionally required tosit.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment issimilar toairport operation with vehicular traffic. The employeeregularly worksnear moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions,fumesor airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, cold, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability for any part of the recruitment process, please contact our talent acquisition team by email corporatetalentacquisition@oshkoshcorp.com.
Oshkosh Corporation is a merit-based Equal Opportunity Employer.Job opportunities are open for application to all qualified individuals and selection decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. To the extent that information is provided or collected regarding categories as provided by law it will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.
Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information.
Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.