Tool Crib Lead
Exact Metrology: A Division of In-Place Machining Company, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States, 53244
About the Role
Be the Power Behind Precision!
Are you the kind of person who loves the rhythm of a busy shop floor—where machines hum, tools matter, and efficiency is everything? Do you bring hands‑on machining experience and the organizational skills to keep a tool crib running at peak performance?
If you’re ready to take ownership of the place where productivity truly begins, this role is for you.
Why This Role Matters As the Tool Crib Lead, you’re not just handing out tools—you’re enabling accuracy, speed, and safety across the entire operation. Your machining background and tool crib expertise will be essential and highly valued. You'll ensure machinists, operators, and field teams have exactly what they need to work efficiently and safely.
Requirements 3–5 years of tool crib, machining, or machine operator experience—this is strongly preferred.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and mechanical drawings.
Knowledge of carbide drills, end mills, inserted cutters, boring tools, and other precision tooling.
Comfort using Microsoft Office and inventory systems.
Strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to adapt to shifting priorities.
What You’ll Do
Receive, store, issue, and track tools and project equipment.
Maintain organized, calibrated, and reliable tool inventory.
Select, stage, and prepare tooling for shop and field machining jobs.
Read blueprints and job specs to anticipate tooling needs.
Advise machinists and technicians on tool usage and specialty tooling applications.
Serve as the subject‑matter expert for cutting tools, inserts, and machining components.
Train team members on procedures, safety, and best practices.
Promote an efficient, organized, and safety‑focused work environment.
Load/unload trucks and manage shipping/receiving tasks.
Identify process improvements and cost‑saving opportunities.
Job Type: Full‑time
Why You’ll Love It Here
You’ll play a key role in high‑impact machining and field projects.
You’ll mentor others and shape tool crib best practices.
You’ll work in a safety‑first environment built on precision and excellence.
You’ll drive innovation in tooling, workflow, and efficiency.
You’ll have opportunities to grow professionally and technically.
Ready to Lead the Center of Shop Excellence? If you’re passionate about machining, tools, and keeping operations running smoothly, we want to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your career!
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Are you the kind of person who loves the rhythm of a busy shop floor—where machines hum, tools matter, and efficiency is everything? Do you bring hands‑on machining experience and the organizational skills to keep a tool crib running at peak performance?
If you’re ready to take ownership of the place where productivity truly begins, this role is for you.
Why This Role Matters As the Tool Crib Lead, you’re not just handing out tools—you’re enabling accuracy, speed, and safety across the entire operation. Your machining background and tool crib expertise will be essential and highly valued. You'll ensure machinists, operators, and field teams have exactly what they need to work efficiently and safely.
Requirements 3–5 years of tool crib, machining, or machine operator experience—this is strongly preferred.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and mechanical drawings.
Knowledge of carbide drills, end mills, inserted cutters, boring tools, and other precision tooling.
Comfort using Microsoft Office and inventory systems.
Strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to adapt to shifting priorities.
What You’ll Do
Receive, store, issue, and track tools and project equipment.
Maintain organized, calibrated, and reliable tool inventory.
Select, stage, and prepare tooling for shop and field machining jobs.
Read blueprints and job specs to anticipate tooling needs.
Advise machinists and technicians on tool usage and specialty tooling applications.
Serve as the subject‑matter expert for cutting tools, inserts, and machining components.
Train team members on procedures, safety, and best practices.
Promote an efficient, organized, and safety‑focused work environment.
Load/unload trucks and manage shipping/receiving tasks.
Identify process improvements and cost‑saving opportunities.
Job Type: Full‑time
Why You’ll Love It Here
You’ll play a key role in high‑impact machining and field projects.
You’ll mentor others and shape tool crib best practices.
You’ll work in a safety‑first environment built on precision and excellence.
You’ll drive innovation in tooling, workflow, and efficiency.
You’ll have opportunities to grow professionally and technically.
Ready to Lead the Center of Shop Excellence? If you’re passionate about machining, tools, and keeping operations running smoothly, we want to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your career!
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