Tooling Crib Attendant

Beehive Industries is dedicated to Powering American Defense by revolutionizing the design, development, and delivery of jet propulsion systems to support the warfighter. Through the integration of additive manufacturing, the company aims to meet the growing needs for unmanned aerial defense by dramatically improving a jet engine’s speed to market, fuel efficiency, and cost.

Founded in 2020, the company is headquartered in Centennial, Colorado, with additional facilities in Knoxville, Tennessee, Loveland, and Mount Vernon, Ohio. Beehive is committed to growing and advancing the defense industrial base while manufacturing exclusively in the USA. This role will be located at our Cincinnati, Ohio facility.

The Tool Crib Attendant is responsible for managing the inventory, organization, issuance, and maintenance of tooling, consumables, and production support equipment used throughout the machine shop. This role is critical to ensuring machinists and manufacturing personnel have the tools and materials needed to support production schedules, quality requirements, and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and experienced in a manufacturing or machining environment.

• Issue, receive, and track cutting tools, tool holders, gauges, measuring equipment, and shop consumables.
• Maintain accurate inventory records within inventory management systems and perform routine cycle counts.
• Monitor tooling usage and inventory levels to ensure adequate stock is available to support production demands.
• Coordinate with Purchasing and Manufacturing teams to replenish tooling, supplies, and consumables.
• Inspect returned tools and equipment for damage, wear, or calibration requirements.
• Organize and maintain the tool crib to ensure a clean, safe, and efficient work environment.
• Support machinists and production personnel by locating and providing required tooling and equipment.
• Track tool life data and assist in identifying tooling improvements to optimize machining operations.
• Maintain records related to calibrated tools and inspection equipment.
• Follow all company safety procedures, quality standards, and inventory control processes.

• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing, machine shop, inventory control, warehouse, or tool crib environment.
• Working knowledge of machining tools, cutting tools, tool holders, measuring equipment, and shop consumables.
• Experience using inventory management systems, ERP systems, or computerized inventory tracking software.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance. U.S. citizenship is required.

• Familiarity with cutting tool vendors, tool presetting, and tool life management.
• Forklift certification or experience operating material handling equipment.
• Experience in aerospace, defense, or highly regulated manufacturing environments.

Beehive Industries offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes group Medical, Dental, Life, and Short- and Long-Term disability coverage from day one. We also offer a generous 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match. Every role at Beehive Industries is bonus eligible and will also receive equity in the company.

Beehive Industries is committed to full compliance with applicable anti-discrimination laws. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We strive to create an inclusive work environment and will not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.