Tool Crib Attendant

JOB TITLE:  TOOL CRIB ATTENDANT

REPORTS TO:  OPERATIONS MANAGER - MACHINING

Job Classification:   NON-EXEMPT

Job Status:   FULL-TIME

JOB Purpose:  

The Tool Crib Attendant manages all tools and equipment in the tooling area to support the Machining Department.  The Tool Crib Attendant is responsible for maintaining records of tools issued to employees; maintains inventory and reordering as needed; reports damaged, worn out, or missing equipment to department lead and Operations Manager.

The Tool Crib Attendant must have organizational and inventory management skills to keep accurate records of tools and tool locations. Basic computer skills (ERP, Email, Word, and some Excel) are necessary in the position to manage tools and materials in the system and maintain inventory records.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

• Ensures that job is done in an efficient manner to make sure production is continuously supplied with tooling, and down time is minimized.
• Oversees the check-in and check-out procedures for all tools and equipment in the tool area for the Machining Department.  
• Inspect all tools and equipment for wear and/or defects, clean, and perform basic maintenance to ensure they are ready for use.
• Create and maintain a record-keeping system for all tools and equipment in use, as well as other records such as supply inventory.
• Keep the tool area clean, safe, and orderly always.
• Coordinate with Machinists and Programmers to set up tool carts per Job Orders with required cutting tools, fixtures, vises, etc. Collect tool carts and re-inventory tools once jobs are completed.  
  • Inspect materials, equipment, tools, etc., prior to beginning work; if nonconformance present, work with Shop Lead to resolve in a timely manner.
  • Advise Shop Lead when inventory is impacted.
• Manage replacement of tools and equipment. Research pricing and availability of requested material from several sources and work with the Supply Chain Management team to order.
• Return all required tools and equipment from the machine workstations back to the tooling area to maintain accurate inventory; ensures all tooling and equipment is accounted for.
• Conduct inventory cycle counts of Tool area, as scheduled.
• Research and correct any inventory deficiencies or discrepancies.
• Manages shop consumable of various items.
• Uphold the Tool Gauge Fundamentals in all aspects of job performance.

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Other duties as needed.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Priorities: Safety, Preparedness, Quality, & Success.
• Problem Solver: Troubleshoot & Address issues
• Attention to Detail, Organization Skills, Multi-Tasking Skills
• Able to work in fast paced environment,
• Able to follow instructions with the ability to work independently
• Positive attitude.
• Strong organizational skillset

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Requires 1-3 years of related experience
• Previous tool crib experience in a machine shop, preferred
• Understanding of machine tooling, drills, mills, end mills, boring heads, taps etc.
• Mechanical experience, preferred.
• Basic Mathematics (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)
• Inventory Management, FOD Awareness, and 5S skills preferred.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; talk and hear. The employee will occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

Work Environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be borne by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work is performed in a factory/controlled environment.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but may be loud.  Hearing protection is available and encouraged.

CONTACT:

• Tool Gauge
• DeeAnn Harris
• HR@toolgauge.net
• 253-473-2740
• 4315 S Adams St. Tacoma, WA 98409
• Rev. 12.2024

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Priorities: Safety, Preparedness, Quality, & Success.
• Problem Solver: Troubleshoot & Address issues
• Attention to Detail, Organization Skills, Multi-Tasking Skills
• Able to work in fast paced environment,
• Able to follow instructions with the ability to work independently
• Positive attitude.
• Strong organizational skillset

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Requires 1-3 years of related experience
• Previous tool crib experience in a machine shop, preferred
• Understanding of machine tooling, drills, mills, end mills, boring heads, taps etc.
• Mechanical experience, preferred.
• Basic Mathematics (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)
• Inventory Management, FOD Awareness, and 5S skills preferred.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent