MRO Specialist

MRO Specialist - 11 Billion in revenue 2025 + Global Manufacturer

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Salary: $35 - $40 per hour

A bit about us:

Our client was founded over 115 years ago and based in Canton, MA, with additional U.S. operations across the country and a global footprint spanning 103 countries and more than 400 factories, we are a worldwide innovation and sustainability leader in specialty chemicals — developing and producing systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protecting in commercial and residential construction, as well as the transportation, marine, automotive, and renewable energy industries.

With approximately 33,000 employees worldwide and CHF 11.20 billion in 2025 sales, we foster a culture of entrepreneurship, safety, open communication, and social responsibility — empowering every team member to make decisions, grow their career, and contribute to a more sustainable future.

Why join us?

Profit-sharing incentives
401(k) with 5% match
Comprehensive Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance starting day 1!
Paid Parental Leave
Generous PTO, Paid Holidays, Floating Holidays + Paid Volunteer Time
Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
Education Assistance & Professional Development Opportunities
Employee Referral Program
Stability & Culture:
Join a global leader with 100+ years of history and a strong commitment to safety, sustainability, and employee well-being

Job Details

This role is ideal for someone who understands how critical spare parts, inventory accuracy, vendor management, and CMMS data directly impact equipment uptime and plant reliability. You'll work closely with Maintenance Leadership to ensure technicians have the right parts, at the right time, to keep production running efficiently.

MRO Inventory & Spare Parts Management

Create and maintain Parts Information Records (PIRs) from start to finish
Build and update manufacturer and supplier part records
Establish part descriptions using approved nomenclature standards
Assign storeroom locations, reorder points, min/max levels, and inventory classifications
Activate, deactivate, and maintain part records within the CMMS system
Identify duplicate, obsolete, and excess inventory and implement corrective actions
Perform cycle counts and inventory audits to ensure accuracy
Develop and maintain a structured spare parts inventory program

Maintenance Planning & Kitting

Coordinate and kit preventative maintenance (PM) work orders
Ensure maintenance technicians have all required parts and materials before scheduled work
Support maintenance planning activities through accurate inventory management
Maintain equipment Bills of Materials (BOMs) and spare parts documentation

Purchasing & Vendor Management

Source maintenance parts, supplies, and services
Request quotes and evaluate pricing, quality, and delivery performance
Purchase maintenance materials in a cost-effective manner
Manage supplier relationships and identify new sourcing opportunities
Facilitate bid processes, vendor negotiations, and service agreements
Track purchase orders and ensure timely delivery of critical parts

CMMS & Reporting

Maintain accurate inventory and purchasing data within the CMMS platform
Update equipment BOMs and spare parts records
Generate maintenance and inventory KPI reports
Support Finance and Maintenance leadership with reporting and data analysis
Create and maintain SOPs and training documentation

What We're Looking For

5+ years of experience in MRO inventory management, maintenance purchasing, supply chain, spare parts management, or maintenance storeroom operations within a manufacturing environment
Strong experience with CMMS systems (SAP PM, Maximo, eMaint, Fiix, Maintenance Connection, Oracle, etc.)
Experience creating and maintaining part master records, BOMs, and inventory databases
Hands-on experience with inventory control, cycle counting, min/max systems, and critical spare parts management
Experience procuring maintenance parts and managing vendor relationships
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
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