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Senior plc is an international, market-leading, engineering solutions provider with 30 operating ... Keeps Tool Room secure and storage cabinets locked. * Prepares periodic inventory or maintains ...

Tool Room

Spring Lake, MI · On-site

$24 - $42/hr

The person in this role will play a critical role in our manufacturing process, operating and ... of tool steels for repairing, welding (TIG/MIG), and new build. • Spot or polishing details ...

Position Summary The Tool Room Technician performs skilled machining, maintenance, and repair of ... Proficiency operating manual machining equipment (lathe, mill, grinder) * Ability to read and ...

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Tool Room Machinist 2

Toledo, OH · On-site

$26 - $32/hr

Tool Room Machinist 2 Monday-Friday, 2:30 PM to 11:00 PM Pay Range: $26.00 - $32.00/Hour (DOE) + $2 ... Capable of operating light tools and basic machinery. For details on positions and to apply, go to ...

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How much do tool room operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for tool room operator in the United States is $22.80, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.79 and $26.68 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a tool room operator?

Tool Room Operators are skilled workers responsible for managing, maintaining, and distributing tools and equipment within a manufacturing or engineering facility. They ensure all tools are in good working condition, track inventory, and may perform minor repairs or calibrations. Tool Room Operators play a vital role in supporting production teams by making sure the right tools are available when needed, helping to minimize downtime and maintain efficiency.

What does a tool room operator do?

As a Tool Room Operator, your daily tasks typically include issuing, maintaining, and repairing tools and equipment used in manufacturing. You'll monitor inventory levels, organize the tool storage area, and ensure tools are properly calibrated and ready for use. Collaboration with production teams is essential, as you support their needs by providing the correct tools in a timely manner and addressing any tool-related issues that arise. This role is crucial in minimizing production downtime and ensuring the smooth operation of manufacturing processes.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a tool room operator?

To excel as a Tool Room Operator, you need a solid understanding of tool management, inventory control, and mechanical aptitude, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with computerized inventory systems, precision measuring instruments, and sometimes forklift operation certification is typically required. Attention to detail, organizational skills, and effective communication are crucial soft skills in this role. These abilities ensure efficient tool tracking, minimize downtime, and maintain smooth operations in manufacturing or maintenance environments.

What is the difference between Tool Room Operator vs Machinist?

AspectTool Room OperatorMachinist
CertificationsOften requires technical or vocational training, certifications varyTypically requires technical training, certifications like CNC or machining certificates
Work EnvironmentWorkshops, tool rooms, manufacturing facilitiesMachine shops, manufacturing plants, industrial settings
Job FocusMaintaining, repairing, and managing tools and equipmentOperating and setting up machines to produce parts
Industry UsageCommon in manufacturing, maintenance, and repair sectorsCommon in manufacturing, metalworking, and engineering industries

The Tool Room Operator primarily manages tools and equipment, ensuring their proper maintenance and availability. In contrast, the Machinist focuses on operating machines to produce precise parts. Both roles require technical skills and certifications, often working in similar industrial environments, but their core responsibilities differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Tool Room Operator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 38% Full Time, 60% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $47,425 per year, or $22.8 per hour.

Tool Room Attendant

Senior plc

New Braunfels, TX • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 11 days ago


Job description

Company Description

Who is Senior plc?

Senior plc is an international, market-leading, engineering solutions provider with 30 operating businesses in 13 countries. Senior designs, manufactures and markets high-technology components and systems for the principal original equipment producers in the worldwide aerospace, defense, and land vehicle and power & energy markets. The Group is split into two divisions, Aerospace and Flexonics, servicing five key sectors.

Our global values underpin what we do, and how we do it ...

Safety - Integrity - Customer Focus - Respect & Trust - Accountability - Excellence

Who is Senior Flexonics Pathway?

Senior Flexonics Pathway is the leader in the engineering and manufacture of high-quality metal expansion joints, damper products and fabric expansion joints. We are dedicated to  creating the highest quality products and developing unique design solutions that meet the complex challenges inherent in industrial processes. We offer the opportunity to be a part of our team crafting these critical, technically challenging parts that are installed in facilities all over the world.

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY: 

Receive, store, issue and inventory supplies, hand tools, weld wire, materials and equipment; maintain minimum quantities of stock items at all times; by performing the following duties.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

  1. Issues supplies, tools and equipment to workers and maintain records of items issued and returned.
  2. Checks weld wire in/out and monitors log for accuracy and completeness.
  3. Receives, unpacks and stores incoming supplies, tools and equipment. Verifies actual quantities of items listed on packing slip.
  4. Places restocking orders weekly to maintain minimum inventory levels.
  5. Monitors trends in part usage and works with Purchasing to optimize re-order points for ready made items such as cover clips.
  6. Keeps Tool Room secure and storage cabinets locked.
  7. Prepares periodic inventory or maintains perpetual inventory of tools and equipment.  Marks and Identifies tools and equipment.
  8. Maintains Tool Room in a clean and orderly manner.
  9. Make product tags in accordance with job specifications.
  10. Inspects tools and equipment for defects and wear, reports damage to manager.
  11. Identifies and reports slow moving supplies and tools and, with approval arranges for removal of obsolete supplies and tools.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

  1. Operate forklift truck on an as needed basis.
  2. Enters orders into M2M.
  3. Other duties as assigned.

PERFORMANCE MEASURMENT:

  1. Weld wire errors, stock-outs, tool room organization and cleanliness, errors/readiness with tags, purchasing cost.
Qualifications
  • High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
  • Proficient computer and software skills plus a working knowledge of M2M.
  • Sufficient physical strength and agility to pack, unpack and lift cartons weighing 30 pounds repetitively.  Able to be on feet for extended periods of time.
  • Visual acuity sufficient to read packing slips, labels and maintain inventory records.
  • Tact and human relations skills in dealing with employees, management and sales personnel.
  • Basic MS Access, Excel, and keyboarding skills
  • Perform mathematical calculations using a calculator and a good understanding of the American standard decimal and fraction system
  • Must be detail-oriented, organized, able to multi-task and adjust to changing priorities.
Additional Information

Trade Compliance Statement Access to our facilities is restricted under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) to U.S. Persons (U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, U.S. Nationals, U.S. refugees, asylees, or temporary residents under amnesty provisions ), and to properly licensed foreign persons. Applicants receiving a conditional offer of employment will be required to provide information to determine whether they are subject to these regulations and, if so, to assess their country of chargeability for export control purposes. Additionally, potential employee names will be screened against the Consolidated Screening List (maintained by the United States government) to determine eligibility to receive controlled technical data.

To ensure there is no unexpected delay to your start date with our Company and due to the potential need to obtain an export license, we would like to promptly assess whether such a license is needed to access our facility and/or systems.  Such licenses can take several weeks/months to obtain from the U.S. Government. Our Trade Compliance department may reach out to you with a Licensing Assessment form, which we request you kindly complete and return as soon as possible.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. EOE M/F/D/V/VEVRAA Federal Contractor