Tool Room Clerk - FabLogix

Kelso Industries; Duncan (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and company holidays

Competitive hourly pay with overtime

Job summary

Kelso Industries in Duncan, SC seeks a Tool Room Clerk to issue, receive, track and store tools and materials used by fabrication crews. Under the Receiving Manager, this role maintains a stocked, organized tool room and weld wire area so the shop floor runs smoothly.

You will work with welders, fitters, maintenance techs, and supervisors daily, helping keep inventory records accurate and tools accounted for.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in tool room, warehouse, shipping and receiving, or material‑handling.
• Able to read packing slips, purchase orders, labels, and tool tags.
• Accurate counting and basic math skills.
• Basic computer skills for entering transactions into inventory.
• Ability to safely operate or work around forklifts and other equipment.

Responsibilities

• Issue and receive tools, equipment, and consumables; record check‑out and check‑in by employee or work order.
• Inspect tools on return; tag out damaged items and report to Receiving Manager.
• Restock welding wire, discs, PPE, and fasteners to set levels.
• Keep shelves, bins, racks, and cabinets clean and organized using 5S practices.
• Follow up with employees on overdue or missing tools.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory control

Reading packing slips

Basic math

Data entry

Tool room experience

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

Barcode systems

Tool-tracking software

Job description

• Current forklift certification.

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Job Title: Tool Room Clerk

Location: Duncan, SC

Reports To: Receiving Manager

Job Type: Full-time, hourly (non-exempt)

Job Summary: The Tool Room Clerk issues, receives, tracks, and stores the tools, consumables, equipment, and materials used by our fabrication and manufacturing crews. Working under the direction of the Receiving Manager, this hands‑on position keeps the tool room, weld wire room, organized, and stocked so the shop floor has what it needs to keep working.

The Tool Room Clerk works with welders, fitters, maintenance technicians, and supervisors every day, and helps the Receiving Manager keep inventory records accurate and tools accounted for.

Key Responsibilities

Tool Room Operations

• Issue and receive tools, equipment, and consumables at the tool room window, and record every check‑out and check‑in by employee, project, or work order.
• Inspect tools when they are returned; tag out damaged, worn, or incomplete items and report them to the Receiving Manager.
• Restock consumables such as welding wire and rod, grinding and cutting discs, abrasives, gloves, PPE, and fasteners to set levels.
• Keep shelves, bins, racks, and cabinets clean, labeled, and organized using 5S practices.
• Follow up with employees on tools that are overdue or not returned.

Receiving & Material Handling

• Unload incoming deliveries and check items against packing slips and purchase orders.
• Report shortages, overages, and damaged shipments to the Receiving Manager.
• Tag, label, and put away tools and materials in their assigned locations in the tool room, warehouse, and pipe laydown yard.
• Make sure materials are stored and protected from damage or weather.
• Safely operate forklifts and other material‑handling equipment once trained and certified.

Inventory Counts & Records

• Report count differences, low stock, and missing tools to the Receiving Manager.
• Help track inspection and calibration due dates for tools and equipment as assigned.

Safety & Housekeeping

• Follow all company safety rules and wear required PPE.
• Keep the tool room, aisles, and laydown yard clean and free of hazards.
• Report unsafe conditions, damaged equipment, and near misses right away.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Receiving Manager.

Qualifications & Skills

Required Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of experience in a tool room, warehouse, shipping and receiving, or material‑handling role.
• Working knowledge of the hand tools, power tools, and consumables used in a fabrication or welding shop.
• Ability to read packing slips, purchase orders, labels, and tool or material tags.
• Accurate counting and basic math skills.
• Basic computer skills for entering transactions into inventory.
• Ability to safely operate or work around forklifts and other material‑handling equipment.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment.
• Current forklift certification.
• Familiarity with pipe, fittings, valves, and welding supplies.
• Experience with ERP, barcode, or tool‑tracking systems.
• Experience with 5S or Lean practices.

Work Attributes

• Honest and trustworthy with company tools and property.
• Detail-oriented and organized.
• Dependable; shows up on time and ready to work.
• Helpful and courteous to employees at the tool room window.
• Speaks up right away about missing tools, damaged items, or problems.
• Works well in a fast‑paced shop environment.
• Keeps a clean, organized work area.
• Takes pride in doing the job right the first time.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, reach, climb, and work around stored materials and equipment for a full shift.
• Ability to lift and move materials and tools within the requirements of the position and applicable safety procedures.
• Ability to work outdoors in the pipe laydown yard in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to work around forklifts, cranes, trucks, fabrication equipment, and other industrial machinery.
• Ability to wear required PPE, including safety glasses, safety footwear, hearing protection, gloves, and other PPE as required.
• Overtime may be required based on inventory and operational needs.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay, with overtime pay as applicable.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and company holidays.

Why Join Kelso Industries?

Join us and be part of a team dedicated to creating efficient, sustainable, and high‑performance environments that make a lasting impact across the industrial, commercial, and institutional sectors.

Here You Will Experience

Growth Opportunities: Develop new skills, take on exciting challenges, and advance your career in meaningful ways.

Company Culture: You’ll thrive in an environment that supports your growth, values your contributions, and makes work fulfilling and enjoyable.

Impact: Your work directly contributes to meaningful outcomes, allowing you to see the difference you make and feel a sense of purpose every day.

Competitive Compensation & Benefits: You’ll be rewarded fairly for your contributions while enjoying perks that enhance your financial security, health, and overall well‑being.

Kelso Industries celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate in any aspect of employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where Kelso does business