Job Title: Hardware Warehouse Assistant
Department: Maintenance / Equipment / Warehouse
Reports To: Maintenance Supervisor or Warehouse Manager
Location: [Insert Location]
FLSA Status: [Non-Exempt]

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Hardware Warehouse Assistant supports the daily operations of the maintenance hardware warehouse, ensuring accurate inventory of tools, spare parts, fasteners, fittings, and other maintenance-related components. This role plays a critical part in supporting plant reliability by organizing materials, assisting with inventory control, and fulfilling internal work order requests efficiently.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1+ year of experience in a warehouse or inventory control role, preferably in an industrial or manufacturing setting.
• Experience handling industrial hardware or maintenance parts is a plus.

SKILLS:

• Familiarity with basic hardware, tools, fittings, and mechanical components.
• Basic computer skills; experience with ERP or inventory management software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite).
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and perform physically active work.
• Effective communication skills and a team-oriented mindset.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Regularly required to stand, walk, bend, lift, and use hands for sorting or organizing parts.
• Warehouse and maintenance shop environment; may be exposed to noise, dust, or temperature fluctuations.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.

• Receive, label, and organize incoming hardware supplies and parts into designated storage areas.
• Maintain accurate inventory records of hardware and supplies using warehouse management or ERP systems.
• Issue requested parts and tools to maintenance, production, and engineering teams according to internal work orders.
• Monitor stock levels and assist in preparing reorder requests for low or critical inventory items.
• Support cycle counting and periodic physical inventory processes.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized warehouse environment according to 5S principles.
• Inspect and report damaged or incorrect shipments to the supervisor.
• Assist in locating hard-to-find items and coordinating special orders.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, or other material handling equipment as needed (with proper certification).
• Comply with safety policies and procedures in all material handling activities.