CRIB ATTENDANT

The Ideal Group • Buffalo, NY

16h

About The Position

The Warehouse (Crib) Attendant role is critical to our maintenance and operations teams. You’ll act as the connector between maintenance and parts inventory — handling requests at the crib window, managing stock, and ensuring parts flow is efficient and accurate. This role requires someone detail-oriented, reliable, and comfortable using inventory systems and tools like Excel. Experience with SAP is a plus.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational ability, and reliability.
• Basic computer skills; comfortable with data entry and spreadsheet work (Microsoft Excel).
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Physical ability: standing, walking, lifting (e.g. parts/boxes), bending, possibly lifting up to [50 lbs.
• Commitment to safety and following procedures.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in inventory management, parts crib, warehouse, or similar environment.
• Familiarity with SAP or other enterprise Inventory/Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
• Experience with cycle counts / regular stock audits.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, handle multiple requests, and maintain accuracy under pace.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the first point of contact at the parts/crib window; receive and fulfill part requests from maintenance staff.
• Locate, issue, and record parts accurately and promptly.
• Maintain organized crib inventory; ensure parts are stored, tagged/labeled correctly, and easy to retrieve.
• Perform cycle counts and assist with inventory audits to maintain accurate stock records.
• Use Microsoft Excel (or other tools) to track part usage, inventory levels, reporting, and data entry.
• Update inventory in any inventory management systems; SAP experience preferred.
• Monitor stock levels and alert supervisor of low or critical stock or obsolete parts.
• Communicate with maintenance staff regarding part availability, delays, or substitutions.
• Maintain cleanliness, safety, and organization of the crib area; follow all safety protocols.
• Assist with related warehouse/stockroom duties as needed.

Benefits

• The position offers an attractive benefit package that includes medical insurance (Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO, HMO and Health Savings plan options available), dental coverage, vision coverage, life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability plans on the first of the month following the date of hire.
• Paid time off and 401K plan offered upon reaching eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED