On-Site Crib Lead

AH Group Auburn Hills, Michigan, United States

About this position

Position Summary

The On-Site Crib Lead is responsible for managing and supporting inventory operations at a customer’s facility, with a primary focus on MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Operations) materials and select repair coordination. This role serves as the day-to-day on-site point of contact, ensuring inventory accuracy, material availability, and effective communication between the customer, vendors, and internal teams.
 
 The ideal candidate is highly organized, customer-focused, and comfortable operating in a manufacturing environment while balancing inventory management, reporting, and coordination responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

  • Serve as the primary on-site contact for customer personnel regarding MRO inventory and related support needs
  • Manage daily crib operations, including issuing, receiving, stocking, and cycle counting of MRO materials
  • Maintain accurate inventory records and ensure material availability to support production and maintenance requirements
  • Coordinate repair activities as needed, including tracking items, communicating status, and working with internal repair teams
  • Communicate effectively with customers, vendors, and internal operations teams to resolve issues and support continuous operations
  • Monitor inventory levels and proactively identify reorder points, shortages, and usage trends
  • Support vendor interactions, including deliveries, discrepancies, and follow-ups
  • Ensure compliance with customer safety, quality, and site-specific procedures
  • Prepare and maintain basic reports related to inventory usage, discrepancies, and service levels
  • Identify opportunities for process improvement, efficiency, and cost savings within the crib operation
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and audit-ready work environment

Qualifications & Experience

  • High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or relevant coursework preferred
  • 2+ years of experience in inventory management, MRO crib operations, warehouse, or manufacturing support
  • Experience working on-site at a customer facility preferred
  • Familiarity with inventory systems, ERP platforms, or warehouse management systems
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with customers, vendors, and internal teams
  • Ability to work independently and take ownership of on-site operations
  • Comfortable working in a manufacturing or industrial environment

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

  • Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift materials as required throughout the workday
  • Ability to lift up to 30 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation
  • On-site presence required during scheduled work hours

Why Join Us

  • Direct customer exposure at an on-site manufacturing environment
  • Opportunity to play a key role in supporting critical operations and inventory flow
  • Hands-on, visible position with autonomy and ownership
  • Growing organization with opportunities for development

Salary Information

$22.0 - $24.0 Hourly Wage