Parts Manager

EW Grobbel • Full-time • Detroit, MI, US • $70k - $90k / year • 19h ago

Parts Manager
Shift: 1st
Pay Range: $70,000-$90,000

At EW Grobbel, we have been proudly delivering high-quality food for 140 years. As one of Crain’s “50 Fastest Growing Companies in Detroit,” we’re ready to be a national powerhouse. We’re looking for a highly skilled Parts Manager to join our team.

The Parts Manager position at EW Grobbel requires an individual who can effectively oversee the organization, inventory control, and availability of maintenance parts across multiple facilities. This role ensures technicians have the right parts at the right time to support equipment uptime, food safety, and overall operational efficiency.

Primary Responsibilities:

Oversee parts inventory management across three manufacturing locations
Procure maintenance, repair, and operational (MRO) parts, including specialized parts research, in a timely and cost-effective manner
Receive incoming parts, verify accuracy, and ensure proper labeling and identification
Organize and store parts in a structured, accessible, and standardized manner
Maintain accurate inventory levels, including min/max thresholds and reorder points
Utilize MaintainX CMMS to track inventory, usage, and part history
Ensure all parts are properly logged, categorized, and searchable within the CMMS
Support maintenance teams by quickly fulfilling part requests and reducing downtime
Conduct routine cycle counts and periodic full inventory audits
Identify and eliminate obsolete, duplicate, or excess inventory
Standardize parts across facilities where possible to reduce complexity and cost

Operational Impact:

Improve equipment uptime through reliable parts availability
Reduce emergency purchases and expedite fees
Drive organization and visibility across all maintenance parts inventory
Support preventive maintenance programs with accurate parts readiness

Key Skills & Capabilities:

Strong organizational and inventory management skills
Attention to detail with labeling, tracking, and documentation
Proficiency in CMMS systems (experience with MaintainX preferred)
Ability to manage multiple sites and prioritize effectively
Basic understanding of mechanical and maintenance parts
Strong communication and collaboration with maintenance teams

Success Profile:

Proactive, structured, and detail-oriented
Takes ownership of inventory accuracy and organization
Operates with urgency to support production needs
Continuously looking for ways to simplify and improve systems

At EW Grobbel, here are just some of the benefits you'll enjoy:

Salary based on experience
Medical, dental, vision and life insurance benefits
Paid holidays & vacation time
Quarterly bonuses
Matching contribution to 401 (k) plan

About EW Grobbel

EW Grobbel is a family food company that was established in 1883. Headquartered in Detroit's historic Eastern Market, EW Grobbel specializes in whole muscle meat proteins and pickle products. We are best known as "America’s Oldest Corned Beef Specialist". We supply our products to thousands of locations around the United States.

The foundation of the organization is centered on growing and developing each employee, both personally and professionally while producing premium quality food products. As an employee of EW Grobbel, you will be part of a fast paced, high-performance team, driven by employee engagement and powered by work precision.

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