Maintenance Parts Inventory Intern

Job Description

Job Description

Newberry Tanks & Equipment is a leading steel tank fabricator serving the oil jobber, agriculture, industrial, and equipment contractors nationwide. We manufacture steel petroleum storage tanks, bulk oil dispensing tanks and distribute accessory equipment. The company was founded in 1927 in Memphis, Tennessee. We are looking for a part-time intern to work with our Maintenance Supervisor on a project for maintenance parts inventory.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES :

The Maintenance Parts Inventory Intern will support the Maintenance Department in establishing and maintaining a repair parts inventory management system. This role is designed for a student who is pursuing technical or business coursework and is interested in applying organizational and computer skills in a manufacturing environment. The intern will begin with a project-based focus on setting up the system and may transition into ongoing maintenance and / or engineering responsibilities depending on performance and availability.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Phase 1 – System Setup (Project-Focused)

• Organize and label shelves, bins, and storage areas for quick and accurate retrieval of parts.
• Identify, catalog, and record all existing spare parts into spreadsheets or CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System).
• Work with maintenance and purchasing teams to define critical spare parts, minimum stock levels, and reorder points.
• Assist in removing obsolete, damaged, or duplicate parts and document appropriately.
• Develop clear and user-friendly inventory tracking methods.

Phase 2 – Ongoing Maintenance and / or Engineering Support (Based on Phase 1 Success).

QUALIFICATIONS

SCHEDULE & DURATION

LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES

Employment is subject to the completion of a satisfactory drug and background screen.