Tool Crib Attendant

The Tool Crib Attendant plays a key role in organizing, cataloging, and maintaining a large inventory of tools and parts that support maintenance operations in a manufacturing environment. This position begins with a project-focused phase to establish structure and accuracy within the tool crib, and then transitions into a permanent role that ensures ongoing inventory control, kitting support, and continuous improvement of tool crib workflows.

• Research, identify, sort, and tag approximately 8,000 uncataloged items to create a clear and accurate inventory within the tool crib.
• Identify and isolate broken, obsolete, or dead stock items and manage their formal disposition and scrap process.
• Collaborate closely with procurement and related teams to provide detailed field-level information needed for master data setup, item taxonomy creation, and bin labeling.
• Organize and support the rollout of visual bin labeling and the setup of storage infrastructure, including shelving and high-density drawers.
• Conduct an initial wall-to-wall inventory audit to establish a reliable baseline of all items stored in the tool crib.
• Implement and train others on standardized reception, tagging, and put-away processes to maintain ongoing inventory accuracy.
• Establish and support an item checkout process that ensures tools and parts are tracked and accounted for in the inventory system.
• Maintain and uphold established 5S standards, visual layouts, and storage organization systems within the tool crib.
• Kit parts and tools for upcoming scheduled maintenance jobs to help reduce downtime and support efficient maintenance activities.
• Assist with inbound and outbound logistics, including receiving incoming shipments, verifying deliveries, and managing item drop-offs for maintenance.
• Conduct recurring cycle counts and execute checkout workflows to monitor inventory movements and maintain baseline accuracy in the ERP system.
• Support continuous improvement efforts by participating in scrap reviews, master data adjustments, and workflow enhancements within the tool crib.
• Work closely with the maintenance team to organize, maintain, and distribute thousands of components required for maintenance throughout the facility.

• Experience working in a tool crib, tool room, or similar inventory environment within manufacturing or logistics settings.
• Familiarity with inventory control, kitting, and logistics processes in a manufacturing context.
• Basic English literacy, including reading, writing, and comprehension, to support labeling, documentation, and coordination with team members.
• Basic computer literacy, including the ability to navigate inventory databases, operate barcode scanners, and perform basic digital data entry.
• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to identifying mechanical, electrical, and tooling parts while maintaining organized workspace standards.
• Ability to stand, walk, lift, and maneuver inventory throughout the shift, including performing heavy lifting as needed.
• Effective communication and people skills to collaborate with maintenance and other teams.
• Self-starter mindset with a strong work ethic and the ability to work independently during intensive sorting and cataloging phases.

• Lean manufacturing or exposure to lean principles is beneficial for supporting 5S and continuous improvement efforts.
• Experience with computer-based inventory systems and ERP platforms is an advantage.
• Prior experience in kitting parts and tools for maintenance or production activities is preferred.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with a focus on accuracy and organization.

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