Sunroad Automotive
Parts Warehouse Associate - Kearny Mesa Ford/Kia
Sunroad Automotive, San Diego, California, United States, 92189
Parts Warehouse Associate I - Kearny Mesa Ford/Kia
Non-Exempt
Job Summary:
The Parts Warehouse Associate I is responsible for receiving, storing, and distributing automotive parts and supplies in a safe, accurate, and timely manner. This entry-level position plays a key role in supporting the parts department, ensuring inventory is organized and readily available for internal technicians and retail customers.
Essential Functions: Receive, inspect, and verify incoming shipments for accuracy and damage. Sort and place parts in appropriate storage areas according to inventory procedures. Pull parts and prepare orders for service technicians and retail customers. Ensure inventory accuracy by conducting cycle counts and reporting discrepancies. Maintain a clean and organized warehouse, including shelves, workstations, and shipping/receiving areas. Load and unload delivery trucks as needed. Operate warehouse equipment such as forklifts or pallet jacks (if certified).Assist with parts deliveries or pickups as needed. Follow safety procedures and company policies at all times. Support other parts department functions as directed by the manager or supervisor. Safely operate a company vehicle to deliver automotive parts to designated locations. Maintain satisfactory attendance. Perform other related duties as assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities:
None. Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
0-1 year of experience in a warehouse, inventory, or similar role. Required to take and pass on the job forklift certification. Basic understanding of automotive industry. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Valid driver's license and safe driving record; required to have California driver's license within 10 days following date of hire. Ability to perform all essential functions of the job description. Preferred Qualifications:
Previous experience working in an automotive, motorcycle, or dealership parts department Familiarity with parts inventory systems (e.g., CDK, Reynolds & Reynolds, or similar) Forklift certification or experience operating warehouse equipment Basic knowledge of automotive or motorcycle parts and terminology Strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment Physical Demands:
Frequently stands, walks, sits; uses hands; frequently reaches with hands and arms; frequently talks and hears. Occasionally climbs or balances; occasionally stoops, kneels, crouches, squats or crawls; occasionally lifts up to 50 pounds. Environment/Noise:
May involve working in varying temperatures and conditions depending on the warehouse setting. Requires adherence to safety protocols and the use of personal protective equipment. Noise level is moderate. Employee Benefits Include:
Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Employer Paid Life Insurance Employer Paid AD&D 401k (with Employer match) Generous Vacation Package Inter-Company Transfers and Promotion Opportunities Tenure recognition and awards Vehicle Purchase Discount Program Vehicle Service Discount Program Golf Benefits at Maderas Golf Club (subject to qualification)
If you receive an offer of employment, it will be a conditional offer contingent on the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
Sunroad is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure equal employment opportunities and access to all programs, services, and activities. If you require accommodations to participate in the application process or to perform the essential functions of the job, please contact the HR Department to discuss your needs confidentially. We will work with you to identify appropriate accommodations based on your specific circumstances and in compliance with applicable laws.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V) and maintain a drug-free workplace. If you receive an offer of employment, it will be a conditional offer contingent on the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
Sunroad is an Equal Employment opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to providing equal opportunity in all of our employment practices, including selection, race (including traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists); religion; religious creed; religious dress/grooming; color; age (40 and over); sex; sexual orientation; gender; gender identity (meaning a person's identification as male, female, a gender different from the person's sex at birth, or transgender); gender expression (including a person's gender-related appearance or behavior, whether or not stereotypically associated with the person's sex at birth); national origin; ancestry; citizenship status; uniform service member status; military or veteran status; marital status; pregnancy; childbirth; medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breast feeding; medical condition (including cancer related or HIV/AIDS related); handicap; physical disability; mental disability; genetic characteristics; genetic information; or any other protected status in accordance with the requirements of all federal, state and local laws. Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy applies equally to interns and volunteers.
Non-Exempt
Job Summary:
The Parts Warehouse Associate I is responsible for receiving, storing, and distributing automotive parts and supplies in a safe, accurate, and timely manner. This entry-level position plays a key role in supporting the parts department, ensuring inventory is organized and readily available for internal technicians and retail customers.
Essential Functions: Receive, inspect, and verify incoming shipments for accuracy and damage. Sort and place parts in appropriate storage areas according to inventory procedures. Pull parts and prepare orders for service technicians and retail customers. Ensure inventory accuracy by conducting cycle counts and reporting discrepancies. Maintain a clean and organized warehouse, including shelves, workstations, and shipping/receiving areas. Load and unload delivery trucks as needed. Operate warehouse equipment such as forklifts or pallet jacks (if certified).Assist with parts deliveries or pickups as needed. Follow safety procedures and company policies at all times. Support other parts department functions as directed by the manager or supervisor. Safely operate a company vehicle to deliver automotive parts to designated locations. Maintain satisfactory attendance. Perform other related duties as assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities:
None. Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
0-1 year of experience in a warehouse, inventory, or similar role. Required to take and pass on the job forklift certification. Basic understanding of automotive industry. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Valid driver's license and safe driving record; required to have California driver's license within 10 days following date of hire. Ability to perform all essential functions of the job description. Preferred Qualifications:
Previous experience working in an automotive, motorcycle, or dealership parts department Familiarity with parts inventory systems (e.g., CDK, Reynolds & Reynolds, or similar) Forklift certification or experience operating warehouse equipment Basic knowledge of automotive or motorcycle parts and terminology Strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment Physical Demands:
Frequently stands, walks, sits; uses hands; frequently reaches with hands and arms; frequently talks and hears. Occasionally climbs or balances; occasionally stoops, kneels, crouches, squats or crawls; occasionally lifts up to 50 pounds. Environment/Noise:
May involve working in varying temperatures and conditions depending on the warehouse setting. Requires adherence to safety protocols and the use of personal protective equipment. Noise level is moderate. Employee Benefits Include:
Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Employer Paid Life Insurance Employer Paid AD&D 401k (with Employer match) Generous Vacation Package Inter-Company Transfers and Promotion Opportunities Tenure recognition and awards Vehicle Purchase Discount Program Vehicle Service Discount Program Golf Benefits at Maderas Golf Club (subject to qualification)
If you receive an offer of employment, it will be a conditional offer contingent on the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
Sunroad is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure equal employment opportunities and access to all programs, services, and activities. If you require accommodations to participate in the application process or to perform the essential functions of the job, please contact the HR Department to discuss your needs confidentially. We will work with you to identify appropriate accommodations based on your specific circumstances and in compliance with applicable laws.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V) and maintain a drug-free workplace. If you receive an offer of employment, it will be a conditional offer contingent on the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
Sunroad is an Equal Employment opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to providing equal opportunity in all of our employment practices, including selection, race (including traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists); religion; religious creed; religious dress/grooming; color; age (40 and over); sex; sexual orientation; gender; gender identity (meaning a person's identification as male, female, a gender different from the person's sex at birth, or transgender); gender expression (including a person's gender-related appearance or behavior, whether or not stereotypically associated with the person's sex at birth); national origin; ancestry; citizenship status; uniform service member status; military or veteran status; marital status; pregnancy; childbirth; medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breast feeding; medical condition (including cancer related or HIV/AIDS related); handicap; physical disability; mental disability; genetic characteristics; genetic information; or any other protected status in accordance with the requirements of all federal, state and local laws. Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy applies equally to interns and volunteers.