Attendant, Tool Crib

PLZ Corp•Wildwood, MO

About The Position

The Attendant, Tool Crib is responsible for maintaining accurate inventory levels of maintenance, repair, and operational supplies. This role involves collaborating with the maintenance team, controlling costs, managing receiving and documentation, organizing the parts crib using 5S principles, and ensuring accurate data entry and reporting in inventory and procurement systems.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
2+ years of experience in inventory management, purchasing, or a similar role, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
Strong understanding of maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) parts.
Proficiency in using inventory management software and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
Excellent communication skills.
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a manufacturing environment or with maintenance teams.
Familiarity with 5S principles and lean manufacturing concepts.
Knowledge of common mechanical and electrical parts used in industrial maintenance.

Responsibilities

Maintain accurate inventory levels of all maintenance, repair, and operational supplies in the parts crib.
Perform regular stock counts and adjust inventory levels as necessary to ensure availability without overstocking.
Implement and maintain an inventory tracking system in emaint (CMMS- Computerized Maintenance Management System) to record usage, stock levels, and reordering needs.
Collaborate with maintenance technicians to identify frequently used parts and plan stock levels accordingly.
Work with the maintenance planner to forecast part needs based on upcoming projects, preventive maintenance schedules, and equipment repair histories.
Monitor parts and supply expenses, looking for opportunities to reduce costs without compromising quality or production needs.
Maintain accurate records of parts utilization, reporting to management as required.
Receive incoming parts and supplies, verifying quantities and quality against purchase orders and packing slips.
Ensure all received parts are properly labeled, stored, and recorded in the CMMS.
Maintain the organization and cleanliness of the parts crib area using 5S principles (Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain).
Ensure parts crib is organized for quick retrieval and minimal downtime during maintenance activities.
Enter and maintain accurate data in inventory and procurement systems (such as CMMS or ERP systems).