Parts Specialist

$50K–$60K per year

A full-time salaried role that rewards accuracy, ownership, and disciplined execution.

Profit sharing & 401K match

Share in the results you help drive, with a 401(k) that includes company matching.

Full benefits package

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, plus PTO and paid company holidays.

Job overview

Forge Truck Centers™ is one of the nation's top specialized truck dealerships, offering a premier lineup of heavy-duty trucks across the country. We are building high-performance operations and expect disciplined execution at every level.

We are seeking a high-accountability Parts Specialist who understands that parts control directly impacts technician efficiency, revenue, and customer satisfaction.

This is not a passive warehouse position. This is a critical operations role for someone who takes ownership, operates with urgency, and holds themselves to professional standards daily. If you are passionate about the truck industry and have the skills to excel as a Parts Specialist, we encourage you to apply.

Location: New Lenox, IL 60451 (in person)

Pay: $50,000–$60,000 per year

Job type: Full-time

Essential duties & responsibilities

1. Maintain accurate, audit-ready inventory through disciplined daily cycle counts
2. Ensure technicians receive correct parts quickly to minimize shop downtime
3. Source, price, and identify heavy-duty truck parts using CDK and manufacturer catalogs
4. Secure competitive vendor pricing and manage supplier relationships
5. Create and submit precise, timely purchase orders
6. Receive and process special orders without errors or delays
7. Execute organized, efficient shipping and receiving operations
8. Maintain clean, labeled, and structured inventory systems
9. Load and unload deliveries safely (forklift required)
10. Control shop supply levels responsibly to prevent shortages or overstock
11. Track and inventory shop tools
12. Serve as the primary point of contact for vendors and suppliers
13. Operate the company vehicle safely to pick up parts and materials from local vendors
14. Retrieve and restock tires from high-level storage areas (up to 30 feet) using specialized lifting platforms
15. Perform other duties as assigned

Job requirements

1. Ability to work comfortably and safely at elevated heights
2. Ability to work independently and as part of a team
3. Comfortable driving company vehicles (cargo van and pickup truck)
4. Valid driver's license required
5. Authorized to work in the United States
6. Able to reliably commute to New Lenox, IL 60451

Job qualifications

1. High school diploma or GED
2. 2+ years of parts counter experience (required)
3. Experience operating a forklift
4. Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
5. Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel)
6. Ability to manage multiple priorities without sacrificing accuracy

Preferred qualifications

1. Heavy-duty truck industry experience
2. CDK experience

Core competencies

1. Accountability
2. Operational awareness
3. Professional urgency
4. Strong organization
5. Team-first mindset
6. Continuous improvement

Physical requirements & work environment

1. Ability to stand, walk, bend, and work on feet for extended periods, with occasional sitting, climbing, pulling, and lifting up to 50 lbs.
2. Ability to work in a shop environment with exposure to noise, dust, fumes, and varying temperatures

Benefits

1. 401(k) with company match
2. Profit sharing
3. Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
4. Paid time off (PTO) and paid company holidays
5. Referral program