Tool Room Clerk

FabLogix•Duncan, SC

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Tool Room Clerk issues, receives, tracks, and stores tools, consumables, equipment, and materials used by fabrication and manufacturing crews. Working under the direction of the Receiving Manager, this hands-on role keeps the tool room and weld wire room organized and stocked so the shop floor has the supplies it needs. The clerk works with welders, fitters, maintenance technicians, and supervisors, and helps maintain accurate inventory records and accountability for tools. The position is based in Duncan, South Carolina, and is full-time, hourly, and non-exempt. It involves work in a manufacturing environment and outdoors in a pipe laydown yard, including varying weather conditions. Overtime may be required based on inventory and operational needs.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 2 years of experience in a tool room, warehouse, shipping and receiving, or material-handling role.
Working knowledge of hand tools, power tools, and consumables used in a fabrication or welding shop.
Ability to read packing slips, purchase orders, labels, and tool or material tags.
Accurate counting and basic math skills.
Basic computer skills for entering inventory transactions.
Ability to safely operate or work around forklifts and other material-handling equipment.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
Reliable attendance and punctuality.
Ability to work in a manufacturing environment and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, reach, climb, and work around stored materials and equipment for a full shift.
Ability to lift and move materials and tools within the requirements of the position and applicable safety procedures.
Ability to work around forklifts, cranes, trucks, fabrication equipment, and other industrial machinery.
Ability to wear required PPE, including safety glasses, safety footwear, hearing protection, and gloves.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment.
Current forklift certification.
Familiarity with pipe, fittings, valves, and welding supplies.
Experience with ERP, barcode, or tool-tracking systems.
Experience with 5S or Lean practices.
Honesty and trustworthiness with company tools and property.
Attention to detail and organization.
Dependability and punctuality.
Helpful and courteous manner when assisting employees at the tool room window.
Promptly speaking up about missing tools, damaged items, or problems.
Ability to work well in a fast-paced shop environment.
Commitment to keeping a clean, organized work area and doing the job right the first time.

Responsibilities

Issue and receive tools, equipment, and consumables, recording check-outs and check-ins by employee, project, or work order.
Inspect returned tools, tag damaged, worn, or incomplete items out of service, and report them to the Receiving Manager.
Restock consumables, including welding wire and rod, grinding and cutting discs, abrasives, gloves, PPE, and fasteners, to set levels.
Keep shelves, bins, racks, and cabinets clean, labeled, and organized using 5S practices.
Follow up with employees about overdue or unreturned tools.
Unload incoming deliveries and check items against packing slips and purchase orders.
Report shortages, overages, and damaged shipments to the Receiving Manager.
Tag, label, and put away tools and materials in assigned locations in the tool room, warehouse, and pipe laydown yard.
Ensure materials are stored and protected from damage or weather.
Safely operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment once trained and certified.
Report count differences, low stock, and missing tools to the Receiving Manager.
Help track inspection and calibration due dates for tools and equipment as assigned.
Follow company safety rules and wear required PPE.
Keep the tool room, aisles, and laydown yard clean and free of hazards.
Report unsafe conditions, damaged equipment, and near misses promptly.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Receiving Manager.