Tool Crib Attendant

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary

Streamed Hire is seeking a dependable, organized, and detail-oriented Tool Crib Attendant for an opportunity with an established precision machine shop in Winston-Salem, NC.

This position is responsible for maintaining, organizing, tracking, and distributing the tools, equipment, materials, and supplies necessary to support daily machining and manufacturing operations.

The Tool Crib Attendant plays an important role in keeping the machine shop operating efficiently by ensuring machinists and production personnel have access to the correct cutting tools, measuring instruments, and supplies when needed.

The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a machine shop, manufacturing environment, industrial inventory management, or tool crib operations. Familiarity with CNC machining tools, cutting inserts, drill bits, end mills, and precision measuring equipment is highly desirable.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Tool Crib Management & Organization

• Maintain an organized, clean, and efficient tool crib and inventory storage area.
• Issue and receive cutting tools, hand tools, measuring instruments, and other shop equipment.
• Track tool usage, inventory levels, and equipment availability.
• Ensure tools are properly labeled, stored, and returned to designated locations.
• Maintain accurate records of tools issued, returned, damaged, or requiring replacement.
• Monitor tool conditions and identify worn, damaged, or missing equipment.

Machining Tools & Equipment

• Identify and organize common machining tools, including end mills, drill bits, taps, reamers, cutting inserts, and tool holders.
• Maintain inventory of tooling used for CNC mills, CNC lathes, manual mills, and other machine shop equipment.
• Assist machinists in locating the proper tools and supplies for specific jobs.
• Coordinate the replacement or reconditioning of worn cutting tools.
• Maintain proper storage and handling of precision measuring instruments, including micrometers, calipers, and gauges.
• Assist with tracking calibration requirements for measuring equipment as needed.

Inventory Control & Material Handling

• Receive incoming tooling, parts, materials, and shop supplies.
• Verify shipments against purchase orders, packing slips, and inventory records.
• Stock shelves, bins, and designated storage locations.
• Monitor inventory levels and communicate replenishment needs to management.
• Assist with inventory counts and maintain accurate inventory records.
• Help prevent unnecessary downtime by ensuring essential tools and supplies remain available.

Production Support & Safety

• Work closely with machinists, supervisors, and other production personnel to support daily shop operations.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
• Follow established safety procedures when handling tools, equipment, and materials.
• Identify opportunities to improve tool organization, inventory accuracy, and operational efficiency.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Previous experience in a machine shop, manufacturing facility, warehouse, or industrial inventory environment preferred.
• Familiarity with machining tools, cutting equipment, and machine shop terminology strongly preferred.
• Basic understanding of CNC machining operations and tooling is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to accurately count, identify, and track tools and inventory.
• Basic computer skills and ability to maintain inventory records.
• Ability to communicate effectively with machinists, supervisors, and other team members.
• Dependable attendance, punctuality, and a strong work ethic.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and lift materials throughout the workday.
• Willingness to learn machining terminology, tooling identification, and inventory procedures.

Preferred Experience

Candidates with experience in any of the following areas are encouraged to apply:

• Tool Crib Operations
• CNC Machine Shop Support
• Machining Tool Inventory
• Industrial Parts & Supply Management
• Manufacturing Inventory Control
• Cutting Tool Identification
• Shipping & Receiving
• Precision Manufacturing

You can also apply at: streamedhire.com/job/tool -crib-attendant/

Streamed Hire is an exceptional staffing provider in the Piedmont Triad of North Carolina! We are passionate about finding the right people for the right positions while growing meaningful relationships that are fruitful and have depth.

Company Description

Streamed Hire is an exceptional staffing provider in the Piedmont Triad of North Carolina! We are passionate about finding the right people for the right positions while growing meaningful relationships that are fruitful and have depth.