Parts Specialist

About the Job

Position: Parts Specialist - Full Time

Company Name: AiLO Logistics

FLSA Status for Employee: Non-Exempt

Position Type: Full-Time

Location: On-Site (Compton, CA)

Formerly known as AJR Trucking, AiLO Logistics is redefining the future of logistics. Our rebrand represents more than a new name - it signals a strategic transformation rooted in innovation, technology, and excellence. As the logistics industry rapidly evolves to meet new customer expectations, AiLO is leading the charge by integrating artificial intelligence, automation, and data-driven efficiency into every aspect of our operations.

Our new identity embodies our commitment to adaptability, sustainability, and operational excellence. At AiLO Logistics, we are building the future of transportation-smart, efficient, and people-focused.

Position Summary:

The Parts Specialist is an opportunity for a highly driven individual who is reliable, detail oriented, disciplined, and hard working. This role will be working closely with other departments. This position offers the ability to learn, develop and grow your career working for a dynamic and fast-growing company.

Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities:

• Implement, maintain, and continuously improve an Inventory Management system for all company locations.
• Monitor inventory levels for parts, tires, supplies, and maintenance-related materials across all locations.
• Order all parts and tires as needed to support maintenance operations and minimize equipment downtime.
• Coordinate with Maintenance Managers, Operations Managers, and vendors to confirm part availability, pricing, delivery timelines, and order accuracy.
• Track and record all parts and tire purchases, receipts, returns, credits, and warranty-related items.
• Maintain accurate inventory records, including stock counts, reorder points, usage history, and location-specific inventory needs.
• Manage and update the Purchase Order report daily to ensure all maintenance-related purchases are properly documented.
• Communicate with vendors regarding order issues, invoice discrepancies, missing documentation, credits, or pricing concerns.
• Assist, when needed, with processing parts invoices in the company's TMS software.
• Participate in weekly facility meetings to review inventory needs, pending orders, vendor issues, and open purchase orders.
• Provide inventory, purchasing, and receipt documentation to the accounting team as needed.
• Be able to type 40 WPM.

Qualifications and Experience:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• 2-3+ years of experience with parts ordering, inventory tracking, fleet maintenance, or warehouse-related processes preferred.
• Ability to use Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and inventory or maintenance management software.
• Familiarity with accounting, purchase order, invoice, and inventory tracking processes.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to maintain accurate records across multiple locations.
• Ability to consistently meet deadlines and follow up on pending orders, open purchase orders, and vendor issues.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with vendors, accounting, operations, and maintenance leadership.
• Other tasks as necessary.

Compensation:

• The pay depends on experience ($20.00/hour - $27.00/hour).

Schedule:

• Monday - Friday (Some weekends).

Benefits:

• Employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
• Life Insurance coverage.
• 401(K) retirement plan.
• Vacation and Sick Pay.
• Employee Assistance Programs.
• Excellent opportunities for career advancement within a fast-growing, innovation-driven logistics company.

Join AiLO Logistics:

This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of an evolving logistics leader. The ideal candidate is a visionary operator with a passion for innovation, teamwork, and results. If you are ready to help lead AiLO Logistics into its next chapter of growth, we invite you to apply and join our journey toward redefining excellence in logistics.