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Postion: Parts & Tool Crib Associate

Pay Rate: $22.50 - $23.50 per hour

Schedule: Mon - Fri 6am - 2:30pm or 7am - 3:30pm

The Parts & Tool Crib Associate is responsible for supporting the Harley-Davidson Product Development Center (PDC) operations by managing inventory, distributing tools and parts to technicians, and ensuring accurate tracking of all materials. This role plays a key part in maintaining workflow efficiency for Harley-Davidson PDC operations.

Core Responsibilities & Duties:

+ Maintain and organize the tool crib and parts storage areas to ensure quick and accurate access.

+ Issue tools, equipment, and parts to technicians while ensuring proper documentation.

+ Track inventory levels, conduct cycle counts, and assist with ordering and restocking parts.

+ Receive incoming parts shipments, verify accuracy, and record updates in inventory systems.

+ Ensure all safety protocols are followed and tools are returned in good condition.

+ Provide exceptional internal customer service to technicians and service team members.

+ Assist with maintaining a clean, efficient, and well-organized service environment.

+ Support PDC dock operations.

Job Requirements & Qualifications:

+ Experience in parts management, inventory control, or tool crib operations (automotive or motorcycle industry preferred).

+ Familiarity with Harley-Davidson parts, tools, or service processes is a strong plus.

+ Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

+ Ability to work in a fast-paced service department and support multiple technicians.

+ Proficient computer and inventory software skills.

+ Hazardous materials certification or the ability to become certified.

What We Offer:

+ Competitive base salary

+ Paid time off within the first year of employment, sick time and holidays

+ Company provided life insurance

+ Health, vision, and dental insurance options

+ Commuter benefit plan

+ Optional supplemental life insurance

+ 401(k)

+ Wellness program

+ A great place to work with a terrific culture

Forward Air is an Equal Opportunity employer.

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About Us

Since 1990, Forward Air has been a leading provider of ground transportation and related logistics services to the North American air freight and expedited LTL market. We offer surface shipping on an accelerated “time-definite” basis, delivering cargo at a specific time, but under less time-sensitive situations – supplying you with a cost effective, reliable alternative to air transportation. We work with companies of all sizes to develop tangible advantages and build the best products to meet your specific needs. Forward Air presents to the wholesale transportation community (logistics companies, freight forwarders, integrated air cargo carriers, passenger/ cargo airlines, and non-traditional shippers), a single-source provider that can deliver more supply chain services and a superior menu of choices. Throughout the years we have added supplementary lines to our linehaul service, such as full truckload operations (Truckload Services), final-mile coverage (Complete® Cartage), and an Airline Logistics program, and we will continue to expand our services to meet the changing needs and growth of our customer base.

Forward Air is structured to optimize both savings and service to our customers. Direct partnerships with owner-operators and other surface transportation providers, enable us to remain cost-competitive. The Forward Air network is designed with over 90 facilities located at or near major U.S. and Canadian airports, 12 regional sort centers and over 300 beyond points (secondary airports provided through our Complete Cartage service), creating one of the most comprehensive linehaul networks in the industry.

Ranked 3rd in Newsweeks 2022 "Americas Most Trustworthy Companies (https://www.newsweek.com/americas-most-trustworthy-companies-2022/transport-logistics-packaging) " publication

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