Production Support - Auto Salvage Yard

Location: Knox Auto Parts

8721 Oak Ridge Hwy, Knoxville, TN 37931

Monday through Friday 8am - 5pm

Position Overview

The production support position involves receiving and organizing disassembled parts from the Dismantle Team, or breaking down smaller parts, ensuring proper placement and stocking within the warehouse. As a key supporting function to the Production department, the production support position plays a critical role in the success of the organization by enabling the Dismantle Team to focus more time on removing quality parts.

Key Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions

1. Dismantle

• Dismantle specific parts that were removed by the dismantle team, such as engines, transmissions, drivetrain accessories or tires, using various hand and power tools.
• Reduce waste by identifying usable and non-usable parts.
• Sort and process parts; recycle or dispose of damaged or worn-out parts in the appropriate manner.

2. Inventory Management

• Ensure that all parts are accurately placed and stocked, using the warehouse management system or other tools, ensuring proper handling to avoid damage or loss.
• Collaborates with Warehouse Associates and Production Manager to maintain accurate inventory levels, reporting any discrepancies, and suggests improvements to optimize inventory accuracy.
• Meets Production team objectives.

3. Quality

• Inspect parts for quality and defects; ensure only high-quality parts are retained for sale.
• Reports any defects, damage, missing items, or discrepancies found to the Production Supervisor or Production Manager.

4. Safety

• Utilize expertise in operating equipment to move heavy parts safely.
• Adhere to safety regulations, environmental regulations, and company policies while performing duties.
• Ensuring all equipment is properly inspected and following proper lifting and handling techniques to prevent injuries.
• Wearing proper personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Reports any issues to their supervisor.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment (keeping the dismantle bays and warehouse clean and organized, following safety procedures, and reporting any hazards or incidents)

5. Perform Other Duties as Assigned