Tool Crib Attendant

Description

Job Summary:

The Tool Crib Attendant is responsible for the daily operation and organization of the Tool Crib, including issuing, receiving, tracking, maintaining tools, gauges, consumables, and supplies. This position maintains accurate inventory, monitors usage, and coordinates replenishment so that tools and supplies are readily available to support production and maintenance operations.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Issue and receive tools, cutting tools, consumables, and maintain accurate records of all items issued, returned, received, and      scrapped.
• Monitor inventory levels daily and keep counts accurate through cycle counts, min/max levels, and reorder points.
• Identify items approaching minimum stock levels and communicate potential shortages before they affect production.
• Receive deliveries, verify packing slips against POs, and put stock away.
• Inspect returned tools for wear or damage, and route items for regrinding, repair, or scrap.
• Track calibration due dates for gauges and measuring instruments, and pull out-of-calibration items.
• Keep the Tool Crib organized, labeled, clean, and secure so employees can easily locate and obtain needed supplies.
• Maintain and update stocking locations, cabinet inventory, and item identification.
• Enter orders through the ordering portal.
• Track usage of frequently used items and communicate changes in demand that may affect stocking levels.
• Review inventory for excess, obsolete, and slow-moving items, and communicate findings and cost issues to Purchasing.
• Identify opportunities to improve inventory control, reduce waste, and improve Tool Crib processes.
• Complete other duties as assigned by supervisor, including but not limited to inventory management tasks and receiving      duties.

Skills:

• Knowledge of machine shop tooling, cutting tools, and manufacturing consumables (drills, end mills, inserts, taps), and      measuring tools (calipers, micrometers).
• Basic computer skills; experience with inventory or ERP software is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and basic math.
• Ability to maintain accurate inventory records and investigate discrepancies.
• Good communication skills.

Abilities:

• Work independently and take ownership of daily Tool Crib operations with minimal supervision.
• Function well in a fast-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Work with a sense of urgency, prioritizing requests and responding to production needs in a timely manner.
• Identify problems and take initiative to solve them quickly and efficiently.
• Work well as part of a team with employees, supervisors, Purchasing, and outside suppliers.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in manufacturing, warehouse, inventory, or tool crib environment.
• Forklift certification.

Physical Requirements:

• Uncontrolled environmental conditions: noise, dust, dirt, and mobile equipment.
• Routine, repetitive lifting up to 35 lbs., occasional, heavy lifting, and pushing / pulling 10 lbs. regularly, 1 to 10 hours per day.
• Any combination of standing, bending, climbing, balancing, kneeling, crouching, reaching, handling, feeling, and walking 8 to 10 hours per day.
• Ability to work up to 8-10 hour shifts and overtime as required by the work.
• Use of all limbs, dexterous and steady use of hands and arms for long periods of time.
• Simultaneous mental and muscular coordination, visual and audio awareness of surrounding area.

Monti, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.