AUTOMOTIVE PARTS TECHNICIAN / COORDINATOR

Role Overview The Parts Coordinator is the logistical backbone of an auto body shop. This role ensures technicians have the exact parts they need, completely free of damage, before a vehicle enters the repair bay. [1]

Key Responsibilities Parts Verification & Quality Mirror Matching :

Placing old parts next to new arrivals to verify identical fit, dimensions, and compatibility.

Damage Inspection :

Checking incoming shipments immediately for shipping dents, cracks, or imperfections.

Order Review :

Comparing vendor invoices against original repair parts orders s to catch ordering discrepancies. [1, 2]

Workflow & Organization Parts Staging :

Grouping and labeling all verified parts by individual repair order (RO) for specific technicians.

Inventory Management :

Keeping the parts department clean, organized, and tracked inside the shop management system.

Vendor Coordination :

Tracking delivery ETAs, processing returns, and managing core charges or warranty claims. [1]

Administrative & Financial Tasks Invoice Processing :

Matching vendor invoices to purchase orders to ensure billing accuracy.

Documentation :

Turn in invoices for receiving / bookkeeping

Team Communication :

Alerting estimators and technicians immediately about backordered parts or delivery delays.

Core Qualifications & Skills Automotive Knowledge :

Familiarity with collision repair processes and vehicle components. Hyper-Attention to

Detail :

Essential for catching micro-differences during mirror matching.

Multitasking Ability :

Managing dozens of active repair orders and vendor deliveries simultaneously.

Tech Literacy :

Proficiency with shop inventory management software and basic invoicing systems. [1] Why This Role Matters A skilled Parts Coordinator directly impacts a shop's cycle time and profitability. By catching wrong or damaged parts they prevent stalled repairs, reduce vehicle rental days for customers, and keep the shop technicians working efficiently. [1]

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$30.00 - $45.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Health insurance Paid time off

Experience:

auto parts : 3 years (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Cranston, RI 02920 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Cranston, RI 02920: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person