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Parts Warehouse Associate information

What does a parts warehouse associate do?

A Parts Warehouse Associate is responsible for receiving, storing, and distributing parts and materials within a warehouse environment. Their daily tasks often include unloading deliveries, organizing inventory, picking and packing orders, and keeping accurate records of stock levels. They may also assist with shipping and receiving paperwork, maintain a clean and safe work area, and use equipment like forklifts or pallet jacks. This role is essential for ensuring that parts are available and delivered efficiently to customers or other departments.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a parts warehouse associate?

To thrive as a Parts Warehouse Associate, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and basic inventory management knowledge, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with warehouse management systems (WMS), barcode scanners, and forklift operation (sometimes requiring certification) is typical. Reliability, teamwork, and effective communication are standout soft skills for this role. These abilities ensure accurate inventory handling, efficient workflow, and safe, collaborative operations within the warehouse environment.

What is the difference between Parts Warehouse Associate vs Parts Clerk?

AspectParts Warehouse AssociateParts Clerk
ResponsibilitiesManaging inventory, receiving shipments, organizing parts in warehouseAssisting customers, processing sales, maintaining parts records
Work EnvironmentWarehouse setting, physical tasks, inventory managementRetail or service counter, customer interaction
CredentialsHigh school diploma, forklift or inventory certifications often preferredHigh school diploma, basic computer skills

While both roles involve handling auto parts, the Parts Warehouse Associate primarily focuses on inventory management and warehouse operations, whereas the Parts Clerk interacts directly with customers and handles sales transactions. Understanding these differences helps employers and job seekers target the right position based on skills and work environment preferences.

Infographic showing various Parts Warehouse Associate job openings in Iowa as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 27% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution.

Warehouse Associate - Internet Shipper

Parts Authority

Dubuque, IA • On-site

$15 - $18/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 11 days ago


Parts Authority rating

6.0

Company rating: 6.0 out of 10

Based on 88 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

354th of 423 rated retail wholesalers


Job description

Overview

Join the Growing Parts Authority Team!

  •  Dubuque Iowa

Looking for a rewarding career with competitive pay, outstanding benefits, and long-term stability? Parts Authority is seeking motivated Warehouse Associates to join our growing team

 What You'll Do:

  • Drive Results: Maintain high productivity and quality standards in a active warehouse environment.
  • Stay Mobile: Lift, move, and transport assets/inventory.
  • Safety First: Keep narrow aisles clean and follow safety protocols.
  • Collaborate: Communicate clearly and work smoothly with teammates and supervisors under pressure.

 What We're Looking For:

  • Experience:1-2 years in a warehouse setting (preferred).
  • Skills: Great time management, attention to detail, and a team-first mindset.
  • Physical Readiness: Comfort with standing, walking, bending, climbing, and working in varied temperatures.

 Perks & Benefits

  • Health & Wellness:Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, HSA/FSA, and EAP options.
  • Financial Security: 401(k) with Profit Sharing, paid holidays, PTO, and legal/ID theft coverage.
  • Extras: Pet insurance, merchandise discounts, commuter reimbursement, and more!

Ready to get moving? Apply today!

Parts Authority was formed by the merger of four companies, that date back to 1973, that had common ownership and had the vision of creating a better vehicle for the wholesale distribution of automotive and truck parts.

Parts Authority, founded in 1973, is a leading national distributor of automotive replacement parts, tools/equipment and transmissions. Headquartered in Long Island, New York, Parts Authority is rapidly expanding, and today has more than 300 locations servicing customers in Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Missouri, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, Washington DC and Wisconsin.

We are rapidly expanding and looking for candidates to join our family! If you enjoy full-time employment, great pay& benefits and the opportunity for advancement, look no further. Join our Parts Authority Team today and fill the role of Warehouse Associate- Internet Shipper

Responsibilities

We are seeking a Warehouse Associate - Internet Shipper to join our growing team. The Warehouse Associate - internet shipper is responsible for the entire shipping process of orders that have been picked and ready to pack. You should be thorough in ensuring orders are properly fulfilled, passionate about satisfying customers and committed to work safety.

To succeed as a Warehouse Associate - Internet Shipper, you must be accurate, able to work at a fast pace, prompt, willing to work as part of the internet shipping team, willing to work a flexible schedule and committed to providing our customers with an excellent experience.

  • Accurate packing and shipping of various sized products to ensure customer expectations are met.
  • Determine method of shipment utilizing software
  • Create shipping labels using multiple ship software platforms
  • Maintain clean work area
  • Meet minimum daily shipping output expectations
  • Comply with all quality standards and policies
  • Assemble cardboard containers for shipping
  • Properly fill containers with void fill to protect product
  • Examine shipment to ensure shipment specifications are met
  • Confidentiality
  • Assist in store/ warehouse (stock, parts pulling etc.) as assigned
  • Maintain and promote workplace safety
  • Securing and transferring cash or other assets.
Qualifications
  • Ability to read product identification quickly and accurately.
  • Ability to act and operate independently with minimal daily direction from manager to accomplish objectives.
  • Exceptional verbal communication skills, ability to communicate effectively, professionally, with tact and diplomacy
  • Highly organized and detail-oriented.
  • Ability to meet assigned deadlines
  • Accurately follow directions, both written and verbal
  • Maintain individual productivity and quality standards according to department requirements
  •  Regularly lift, push, pull and/or move objects 10 - 50lbs and occasionally lift and/or move objects that weigh upto 100 lbs.
  • Frequently required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach
  • Occasionally required to sit and climb (ladders and/ or stairs) or balance
  • May be subject to environmental conditions. Protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes.
  • May be required to function in narrow aisles or passageways.
  • Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust and focus.
  • Attention to detail
  • Great communication skills
  • Time management skills
  • Able to work well under pressure
  • Must be able to work well with other staff members and supervisors
  • Must have an open availability, flexible and able to work various shifts and over time.
  • 1-2 years Warehouse experience preferred.
  • Previous internet shipping experience is a plus
  • Familiarity with safety measures in a warehouse
  • Experience working with carrier ship method to ship small parcel packages
  • Basic computer skills
  • Flexible schedule with the ability to work overtime as needed preferred
  • Arrive on time and ready to work.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Some of the benefits of being a part of our growing Parts Authority family:

  • Medical Coverage
  • Pharmacy Coverage
  • Dental Coverage
  • Vision Coverage
  • Basic Life and AD&D
  • Short Term Disability Coverage
  • Voluntary Short Term Disability Coverage
  • Voluntary Long Term Disability Coverage
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account
  • Health Savings Account
  • Health Reimbursement Account
  • Accident Insurance
  • Critical Illness Insurance
  • Hospital Indemnity Insurance
  • ID Theft Insurance
  • Legal Plan Insurance
  • Pet Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Paid Holidays, Sick and Vacation
  • Profit Sharing/401 (k) Plan
  • Employee Discounts on Merchandise
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