Overview
The Tool / Parts Crib Intern assists the Maintenance Department with organizing, identifying, and tracking maintenance tools and parts within the tool crib and inventory system. This position works closely with the Maintenance Planner to support the receiving, storage, and inventory management of maintenance materials to ensure parts are properly cataloged and readily available for maintenance operations.
This internship provides hands-on exposure to maintenance inventory management, manufacturing operations, and computerized inventory systems within an industrial environment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
· Works directly with the Maintenance Planner to organize, label, and maintain parts and tools within the tool crib.
· Assists with receiving, unpacking, and storing incoming parts delivered to the maintenance or shipping area.
· Sorts and organizes existing parts and ensures all items are clearly labeled and easy to locate.
· Assists with identifying unknown or unlabeled parts on existing shelves.
· Enters part numbers and inventory information into the PLEX inventory management system.
· Helps maintain accurate inventory records for maintenance tools and parts.
· Supports the maintenance team by locating parts quickly during equipment repairs or breakdowns.
· Prepares and submits weekly reports detailing parts identified, organized, and entered into the inventory system.
· Maintains cleanliness and organization of the tool crib and surrounding storage areas.
· Ensures tools and materials are stored safely and properly.
· Follows all Mid-West Forge safety policies and procedures.
· Wears all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while working in the facility.
Supervisory Responsibilities
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Education and/or Experience
· Currently pursuing a degree in Engineering, Industrial Maintenance, Manufacturing Technology, Supply Chain, or a related field preferred.
· Basic knowledge of tools, mechanical parts, or manufacturing environments is helpful but not required.
· Strong organizational and attention-to-detail skills required.
Intern Learning Objectives
· During this internship, the student will gain practical experience in:
· Industrial maintenance inventory management
· Identification and classification of maintenance parts and tools
· Using PLEX ERP system for inventory tracking
· Manufacturing maintenance operations and workflow
· Inventory organization and stockroom management
· Workplace safety practices in a manufacturing environment
· Professional communication and reporting within a maintenance team
Key Competencies
Communication Skills
Ability to communicate effectively with maintenance personnel regarding part identification and location.
Ability to provide weekly updates and inventory reports.
Organizational Skills
Strong attention to detail when labeling and organizing parts.
Ability to maintain a clean and organized tool crib environment.
Computer Skills
Ability to learn and use PLEX inventory software.
Basic computer and data entry skills.
Physical Demands
· Stand, walk, bend, reach, and move throughout maintenance and storage areas.
· Lift and carry parts or materials up to 25 lbs when necessary.
· Navigate maintenance areas that may include machinery and equipment.
Work Environment
The Tool / Parts Crib Intern works within the Mid-West Forge manufacturing facility and maintenance areas. The environment may include exposure to industrial equipment, high noise levels, vibration, and active material transportation areas. All safety procedures and PPE requirements must be followed at all times.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, protected veteran status, or disability.
Requirements:Overview: Directs, coordinates, and exercises functional authority for planning, organization, control, integration, and completion of engineering project within area of assigned responsibility by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate supervisors.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Responsible for major equipment rebuilds involving the layout of scope of work required, supervision of personnel and final documentation of work performed.Develop and monitor equipment functions.Design for new installations and organize install upon design approval. Research and develop new technologies to enhance and preserve equipment and improve efficiency.Reviews and establishes key components as inventory items.Identifies outside sources for specialized mechanical needs and labor if needed.Plans and implements engineering program, including defining the project philosophy, activities, milestones, and staff requirements, per customer requirements. Review new business opportunities and participate in APQP process.Develops and maintains a schedule and budget for the assigned engineering project.Provides reports on the status of project milestones and adjusts schedules accordingly.Track and establish rebuild cycles for equipment.Controls expenditures within limitations of project budget.Identifies project staffing requirements and coordinates staffing with supporting organization managers.Coordinates preparation and delivery of project deliverables, design documents, and bid packages.Assigns and oversees project personnel to specific phases or aspects of project such as technical studies, product design, preparation of specifications and technical plans, and product testing.Reviews product design for compliance with engineering principles, company standards, customer contract requirements, and related specifications.Coordinates activities concerned with technical developments, scheduling, and resolving engineering design and test problems.Directs integration of technical activities and products.Evaluates and approves design changes, specifications, and drawing releases.Prepares interim and completion project reports.Provides status and progress reports to customer, project team, and management.Identify and develop key personnel for rebuilding equipment. Train others as required.Supervisory Responsibilities:
This job may have supervisory responsibilities.
Education and/or Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering. 6-10 years related experience preferred. Demonstrated the ability to perform Upsetter Machine Rebuilds and Electrical Maintenance is preferred.
Key Competencies
Communication Skills:
Ability to effectively report relevant data and job specific information as neededAbility to provide detailed descriptions through written and verbal communication work and machine conditions and statusAbility work independently and within a team with supervision as required.Mathematical Skills:
Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, and permutations.Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis.Computer Skills:
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Design software; Project Management software and Spreadsheet software.Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
City of Cleveland Electrical Class II license a plus.Other Skills and Abilities:
Must be proficient with CADSolidWorks experience a plus (load and stress analysis capabilities in software)High degree of data management and organization skillsOther Qualifications:
Heavy equipment rebuild experience required.Demonstrated successful project management leadership from start to completion.Physical Demands:
Stand, walk, push, pull, squat, bend, and reach during shiftsUse carts, dollies, cranes and jacks to transport material if neededMust be able to regularly lift and or move up to 25 lbs.Climbing ladders and stairs to reach work at potential heights of 30 ft or moreNavigate narrow walkways, confined spaces and overhead mezzaninesTolerate potentially extreme temperature fluctuations impacted by weather and machineryAcclimate to high noise and vibration levels in work spacesWear and adhere to all PPE guidelines including hard hats, protective eye wear, ear plugs, and approved footwear with metatarsal and steel toe safeguards.Comfortable working in confined work environmentsWork Environment:
The Equipment Rebuild & Controls Engineering Manager interacts with historic machinery throughout the facility which often involves proximity to heat, noise, debris, conveyance systems and other potentially dangerous equipment. The Equipment Rebuild & Controls Engineering Manager will encounter high levels of floor and overhead traffic due to material transportation throughout the facility which can cause high levels of vibration and airborne disturbances. There are areas of paved and unpaved walkway, active shipping lanes and occasionally standing water to be cautious of.
Benefits
Company-matched 401(k) programProfit sharing opportunitiesRobust wellness program offered which promotes a healthy lifestyle and work-life balanceComprehensive health coverage, including medical, dental, and vision insuranceCompetitive salary packagesGenerous paid time off and vacation policiesOngoing professional development opportunities and training programsQualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, protected veteran status or disability.
Requirements: