Tool Crib Attendant

Job Summary

The Crib Attendant is responsible for managing, issuing, receiving, and maintaining tools, equipment, and production supplies within the tool crib to support manufacturing and maintenance operations. This role ensures accurate inventory control, tool availability, and compliance with Vertiv safety and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Issue tools, equipment, and consumable materials to production and maintenance personnel.
• Receive, inspect, and restock tools and materials returned to the crib.
• Maintain accurate inventory records using ERP or inventory management systems.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate replenishment to prevent shortages.
• Organize and maintain the tool crib in a clean, safe, and orderly condition.
• Track tool calibration status and coordinate calibration or repairs as required.
• Identify damaged or missing tools and report discrepancies to supervision.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to inventory accuracy and workflow efficiency.
• Follow all Vertiv safety policies, quality standards, and procedures.
• Assist with cycle counts, audits, and physical inventories.
• Communicate effectively with production, maintenance, and procurement teams.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–3 years of experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, or tool crib environment preferred.
• Basic computer skills and experience with inventory systems.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to read part numbers, tool specifications, and work orders.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand/walk for extended periods.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP or similar.
• Familiarity with hand tools, power tools, and manufacturing equipment.
• Knowledge of 5S, Lean Manufacturing, or continuous improvement practices.
• Forklift certification or willingness to obtain certification.

Work Environment

• Manufacturing and warehouse setting.
• Exposure to noise, moving equipment, and industrial materials.
• PPE required as applicable.

Vertiv Values & Compliance

• Demonstrates Vertiv’s core values of safety, integrity, teamwork, and accountability.
• Complies with all Vertiv policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

 

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principles & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.

OUR CORE PRINCIPLES: Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Inclusion.

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

• High-Performance Culture
• Customer Focus
• Operational Excellence
• Innovation
• Financial Strength

VERTIV BEHAVIORS

• Own it
• Act with urgency
• Foster a customer-first mindset
• Think big and execute
• Lead by example
• Drive continuous improvement
• Learn and seek out development
• Promote transparent & open communication

About Vertiv

Vertiv (NYSE: VRT) brings together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing services to enable its customers’ vital applications to run continuously, perform optimally and grow with their business needs. Vertiv solves the most important challenges facing today’s data centers, communication networks, and commercial and industrial facilities with a portfolio of power, cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extend from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Westerville, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs around 34,000 people and does business in more than 130 countries. Visit Vertiv.com to learn more.

Work Authorization

No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to help.join@vertiv.com