Job Description

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Job Overview

Komatu is looking for a dedicated Tool Room Attendant to join our manufacturing team at the Longview, Texas facility. This critical position ensures the smooth operation of loader manufacturing activities by effectively managing the tool room environment, which includes the organization, maintenance, and distribution of all necessary tools and equipment. The role demands a proactive approach to managing the tool crib, calibration schedules, and inventory of consumables and fluids essential for production processes. The Tool Room Attendant will serve as a vital link between multiple departments, including Operations, Maintenance, Safety, and Quality, to uphold operational efficiency and safety adherence.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and communicates effectively, contributing significantly to uninterrupted production and minimizing equipment-related delays. This position offers a unique opportunity to grow your expertise in a collaborative manufacturing setting, support continuous improvement initiatives, and work alongside skilled professionals committed to excellence and safety. You will play an instrumental role in ensuring that all tooling resources meet quality and safety requirements, thereby supporting the company’s mission to deliver reliable and high-quality manufacturing outcomes.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, orderly, and well-organized tool crib, ensuring all tools and equipment are correctly stored and readily accessible to support seamless production.
• Efficiently process issuance and return of tools and equipment, keeping precise records to monitor usage, availability, and prevent losses that could lead to production delays.
• Regularly inspect calibrated tools and equipment, manage calibration schedules, and coordinate recalibration or removal of any items not meeting quality or safety standards to maintain compliance.
• Monitor inventory levels of consumables and bulk fluids critical to manufacturing, anticipate usage patterns, and coordinate timely restocking to prevent supply shortages.
• Conduct thorough inspections and promptly report any damaged tools, equipment malfunctions, or safety hazards to the appropriate departments to uphold workplace safety and equipment reliability.
• Provide responsive line-side support by delivering tools, supplies, and materials quickly and accurately to sustain uninterrupted production flow.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams including Operations, Maintenance, Safety, and Quality to align on tooling requirements, troubleshoot issues, and drive continuous operational improvements.
• Maintain comprehensive and up-to-date inventory records, inspection logs, and documentation to support audit processes and ensure compliance with internal control standards.
• Promote and uphold a strong safety culture by following all safety protocols, encouraging safe tool handling practices, and advocating for employee well-being and operational excellence in every aspect of the role.

Qualifications/Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent is required to provide a foundational skill set in communication, documentation, and critical thinking.
• Experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, or tool crib environment, with familiarity in inventory management and maintenance operations, is highly beneficial for rapid assimilation.
• Basic understanding of industrial tooling and calibration processes is preferred, enabling proactive management and quality assurance of tools and equipment.
• Strong computer literacy, including proficiency with inventory management software and data entry, is essential to maintain accurate records and generate timely reports.
• Exceptional organizational skills and keen attention to detail to manage multiple priorities effectively and ensure precision in tool handling and documentation.
• Ability to adapt and prioritize tasks in a dynamic, fast-paced manufacturing environment while maintaining adherence to safety and quality standards.
• Demonstrable commitment to safety awareness, with the ability to identify potential hazards, respond appropriately, and promote a safe working environment.
• Self-motivated with the capacity to work independently, yet capable of collaborating seamlessly with cross-departmental teams to achieve shared objectives.

Additional Information

Surface is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all team members feel respected and empowered. We offer opportunities for professional growth and are dedicated to maintaining a safe and supportive environment. The Tool Room Attendant role provides an exciting platform to contribute meaningfully to a manufacturing operation focused on quality, safety, and continuous innovation.

Diversity & Inclusion Commitment

At Komatsu we come from diverse backgrounds, with unique perspectives, experiences, and contributions.  We are committed to creating a workforce that is reflective of the communities we work and live in. We believe that our people are part of our shared purpose.  We are authentic, ambitious, and innovative in our pursuit of Diversity & Inclusion. United, we are on a journey towards a sustainable future that creates value together. 

Company Information

Komatsu is a world leader in manufacturing construction, mining, forestry, and industrial heavy equipment. Founded in 1921, Komatsu has a long history of quality, reliability, innovation, and excellence. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Komatsu facilities, distributors and dealers are in more than 140 countries and employ more than 60,000 people. Komatsu offers a diverse and challenging work environment, where you can grow your skills and career, and contribute to a sustainable, clean-energy future. If you are looking for a company that values your talent and potential, be a part of something big and join a team that is shaping the world!

If you want to learn more about Komatsu, please visit our website at https://www.komatsu.com/ .