Tool Room Supervisor

Our client, a food manufacturer in New Brunswick NJ, is looking for a Tool Room (Crib) Supervisor who will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the tool crib and stockroom functions that support maintenance, repair, operations, and production. This role ensures proper inventory control, tool availability, and efficient distribution of materials required for plant operations. The supervisor manages tool crib staff, maintains accurate inventory records, coordinates purchasing activities, and ensures compliance with company safety, quality, and operational standards while supporting continuous improvement initiatives. Monday-Friday, 7:30a-4:30p. Occasional Saturdays during peak seasons with a paid stipend Salary from $70,000/year, commensurate with experience

Responsibilities:

Supervise the daily operations of the tool crib and stockroom areas, including oversight of staff across multiple shifts Maintain accurate inventory levels of tools, spare parts, and production supplies, ensuring availability to support maintenance and production operations Drive continuous improvement initiatives in stockroom management processes Monitor inventory transactions including receiving, issuing, stocking, and tracking tools and materials in the inventory management system Coordinate the ordering of replacement parts, new tools, and supplies while supporting purchasing activities and vendor communication Ensure all materials received or issued are processed accurately and in a timely manner Track, monitor, and report key performance indicators (KPIs) related to inventory accuracy, tool utilization, and stockroom performance Conduct regular cycle counts and inventory audits to ensure system accuracy and accountability Prepare employee schedules, assign work tasks, and coordinate staffing to prevent production downtime Train, mentor, and evaluate Tool Crib Attendants, including conducting performance reviews and supporting employee development Collaborate with maintenance, engineering, and production teams to ensure timely availability of tools and materials Maintain proper records for tool tracking, and repair or replacement schedules Qualifications 3+ years experience in tool stockroom management within a manufacturing facility. Strong knowledge of inventory control systems, ERP platforms and warehouse management systems. Strong analytical skills with the ability to perform root cause analysis and process. improvement initiatives, using inventory control and tool utilization KPI's. Effective communication skills for collaborating across departments including production, maintenance, engineering, inventory and procurement teams. Prior supervisory or team leadership experience

Pay:

From $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Experience:

Manufacturing facility: 3 years (Required) Stock administration: 3 years (Preferred) Inventory control: 3 years (Preferred)

Procurement:

2 years (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person