TOOL ROOM ATTENDANT

Wells; Ashland City (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with profit sharing

Wellness incentives

Paid holidays

PTO

Flexible spending accounts

HSA options

Nice Healthcare access

Employee assistance resources

Pet insurance

Critical illness coverage

Accident coverage

Hospital indemnity plans

Job summary

Wells is seeking a Tool Room Attendant to organize, issue, track, and return tools and equipment for daily production and field operations. The role supports inventory accuracy, facility cleanliness, and on-time material handling in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate is reliable, safety-focused, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently or as part of a team while following strict tool-control procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred, but not required.
• Experience in carpentry, mold building setup, or related hands-on trade work with ability to use hand tools safely.
• Strong work ethic with a safety-first mindset, attention to detail, and willingness to learn and adapt to company standards.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team, including following direction from supervisors and tool room staff.
• Strong time management and reliability with the ability to follow schedules, maintain commitments, and support operational needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the tool room by issuing tools and equipment to supervisors and employees.
• Maintain accurate tool logs, including tracking issuance and returns.
• Order, receive, and process tool room supplies using ERP systems and approved vendors.
• Organize, prepare, and fulfill hardware orders and shipments.
• Stock and maintain tool room shelves in an organized and presentable condition.
• Deliver materials and ordered items to departments as needed.
• Assist with off-site runs to support operational needs.
• Operate a forklift safely and assist with general material handling as required.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support facility and operational needs.

Skills

inventory management

attention to detail

safety-focused

reliability

teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

Forklift operation

hand tools

Job description

About The Role

The Tool Room Attendant is responsible for the organization, distribution, and control of tools, equipment, and supplies to support daily production and field operations. This role ensures tools are properly issued, tracked, and returned while maintaining accurate inventory and accountability. The Tool Room Attendant also supports facility cleanliness, assists with material handling and deliveries, and helps ensure all items are properly signed out and documented to maintain efficiency and compliance within operations.

The Tool Room Attendant is responsible for the organization, distribution, and control of tools, equipment, and supplies to support daily production and field operations. This role ensures tools are properly issued, tracked, and returned while maintaining accurate inventory and accountability. The Tool Room Attendant also supports facility cleanliness, assists with material handling and deliveries, and helps ensure all items are properly signed out and documented to maintain efficiency and compliance within operations.

SAFETY IS OUR HIGHEST PRIORITY

Safety is our highest priority. We believe a safe workplace is built on mutual respect, care, and accountability. Every team member is empowered and expected to follow safety practices, look out for one another, and speak up about potential risks. Together, we create an environment where everyone goes home safely each day.

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM?

At Wells, you’re part of a team that takes pride in building something that lasts. Whether you’re in operations, a manufacturing facility, or out in the field, your work plays a direct role in creating quality structures that support our communities. We value hard work, reliability, and teamwork because getting the job done right requires teamwork. With a strong focus on safety, collaboration, and ingenuity, we create an environment where you can build your experience, contribute to meaningful work, and make an impact.

What We Offer

Wells provides a competitive benefits package designed to support employees’ health, financial well-being, and work-life balance. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, company-paid disability and life insurance, wellness incentives, paid holidays, PTO, flexible spending accounts, HSA options, a 401(k) with profit sharing, access to Nice Healthcare, employee assistance resources, pet insurance, and additional voluntary coverage such as critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity plans.

• Health and family care leave is available to both union and non-union employees.
• Union employee benefits are provided through separate collective bargaining agreements

What You’ll Do

• Assist in the tool room by issuing tools and equipment to supervisors and employees
• Maintain accurate tool logs, including tracking issuance and returns
• Order, receive, and process tool room supplies using ERP systems and approved vendors
• Organize, prepare, and fulfill hardware orders and shipments
• Stock and maintain tool room shelves in an organized and presentable condition
• Deliver materials and ordered items to departments as needed
• Assist with off-site runs (town runs) to support operational needs
• Operate a forklift safely and assist with general material handling as required
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support facility and operational needs

Who We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate is a reliable, safety-focused individual with strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. They are dependable, able to work in a fast-paced environment, and comfortable managing inventory and following strict procedures for tool control and distribution. This individual works well both independently and as part of a team, and demonstrates a strong willingness to learn and grow in the role.

IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred, but not required
• Experience in carpentry, mold building setup, or related hands-on trade work preferred, with ability to use hand tools safely
• Strong work ethic with a safety-first mindset, attention to detail, and willingness to learn and adapt to company standards
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team, including following direction from supervisors and tool room staff
• Strong time management and reliability with the ability to follow schedules, maintain commitments, and support operational needs

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting up to 75 lbs occasionally and frequent bending, climbing, kneeling, twisting, squatting, crawling, and repetitive hand/arm use
• Capable of standing, walking, and moving throughout the facility for extended shifts of up to 12 hours
• Comfortable working at heights using ladders, scaffolding, swing stages, and man lifts frequently
• Ability to work safely in a production or field environment with moderate to high exposure to safety risks and hazards
• Willingness to work in varying environmental conditions, including wet, hot, humid, and cold weather, and outdoors (Depending on location)
• Ability to wear all required PPE, including but not limited to safety boots, safety glasses, hearing protection, high visibility vest, hard hat, and other PPE as required by the task, department, or work area.

This profile summarizes key duties and expectations but does not list every possible job task. Employees must follow all job-related instructions and duties assigned by supervisors.

Wells is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Wells participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 Form information to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S.