NWI Precision specializes in high-precision machining of helicopter masts, turbine shafts, engine thrust links, and nuclear pressure vessel components for the aerospace and nuclear industries worldwide. Operating from a 120,000 sq. ft. facility at 9 Fenmar Drive in Toronto, our dedicated team is committed to delivering the highest quality products to specifications and on time. As our operations continue to grow, we are looking for a hands-on, results-driven Tool Crib Supervisor to lead our tool crib operations and team.

This key role supports production by ensuring optimal tool inventory, managing automated vending systems, and driving continuous improvement across tooling processes. The ideal candidate brings experience from a precision machining or aerospace/nuclear environment, strong leadership capabilities, and a deep understanding of inventory control best practices. If you are passionate about streamlining operations, reducing downtime, and enabling production success-this is your opportunity to make an impact.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and supervise Tool Crib Operators, providing training, guidance, and performance feedback.
• Oversee daily operations of the tool crib and vending machine systems, ensuring proper inventory levels and timely replenishment of supplies.
• Establish and maintain effective min/max and reorder levels for all critical tools and production supplies.
• Analyze tool usage trends to minimize obsolescence and reduce inventory waste.
• Develop and implement inventory control procedures to improve accuracy, accountability, and efficiency.
• Collaborate with production, maintenance, and procurement teams to ensure tool availability aligns with operational demands.
• Coordinate routine inventory audits and cycle counts; reconcile variances and report findings.
• Monitor the performance of automated vending solutions and troubleshoot issues or escalate to IT/support vendors when necessary.
• Manage min and max inventory and reorder time reviewing weekly analysis.
• Optimize inventory capital in the vending machines and into the tool crib, reporting monthly progress on it.
• Set and monitor KPIs for tool crib operations including machine downtime related to tooling issues.
• Evaluate returned/used tools and optimize usage to maximize cutter and insert life.
• Implement systems to discourage accumulating inventory at workstations and ensure recycling/scrap return compliance.
• Train operators on best practices for tool use and insert life tracking.
• Conduct reviews at WorkCentre to ensure proper tool use and inventory accuracy.
• Track tool life and usage data to improve planning and procurement decisions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance tool crib organization, reduce downtime, and support lean manufacturing practices.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, housekeeping, and operational policies.

Qualifications:

• College diploma or equivalent experience required; associate degree or relevant certifications (e.g., inventory management, lean manufacturing) preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in tool crib or warehouse operations, with at least 1-2 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Previous experience in a precision machining or aerospace/nuclear environment preferred.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001/AS9100 quality systems preferred.
• Strong knowledge of inventory control principles and experience with tool vending systems
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and inventory management software.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and solve problems in a fast-paced production environment.
• Business acumen in evaluating cost benefit and basic financial knowledge on AP/AR, Inventory cycle time, cost of money, etc.

Work Environment:

• Primarily located in a manufacturing or warehouse setting.
• Requires standing, walking, and occasional lifting of materials or equipment.

NWI Precision will make reasonable accommodations of an otherwise qualified employee or applicant for employment, unless undue hardship to NWI Precision would result. Any applicant or employee who requires accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of a job should provide details to Human Resources.

NWI Precision is strongly committed to the recruitment, selection, development, and promotion of employees based on individual merit. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national original, age, or disability. We continually seek to build and maintain a workforce that reflects the customers and organizations we serve.

Any employment agency, person or entity that submits a résumé in response to this posting or to a hiring manager does so with the understanding that the applicant's résumé will become the property of NWI Precision. NWI Precision will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.