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Tool Crib & VMI Specialist (Field Service)

Date Posted: Oct 03, 2026
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    Location Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States of America
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    Job Type: Permanent
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    Apply Before: Jan 13, 2027

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Title: Tool Crib & VMI Specialist (Field Service)Location: Plymouth, MN (with 40% regional travel)Salary Range: $28.00 - $32.00 / hourSchedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 4:00 PMAbout the Role:Are you an experienced Tool Crib Attendant, an Industrial Distributor Specialist (Fastenal, MSC, Grainger), or a Machinist looking to step away from physical machine operation into a technical, client-facing career?If so, this is the perfect opportunity to leverage your cutting tool knowledge in a new direction. In this role, you will travel regionally (approx. 40% via car/airplane) to install, optimize, and maintain automated tool vending and inventory systems directly at our customer manufacturing facilities.What We Offer:- $28.00 - $32.00/hour (with annual performance & salary reviews)- Day 1 Benefits: Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance- 401(k) with Company Match- Generous Paid Time Off (Holidays, Personal, & Vacation)Key Responsibilities:- Client-Site Audits: Assess, identify, and collect tooling inventory data at customer locations.- System Installation: Lead or support the physical installation of automated tool-vending hardware, organize/label customer tooling, and establish inventory tracking databases using Excel.- Customer Training: Provide professional, friendly on-site software training to client teams post-installation.- Tech Support: Perform ongoing remote and on-site software maintenance and hardware support for vending machinery.- Warehouse Backup: Provide localized support to our internal Tool Crib, delivery routes, and warehouse when not traveling.What We Are Looking For:- 3+ years of Tool Crib management, industrial inventory (VMI), or related machining/manufacturing environment experience.- Strong Cutting Tool Literacy: Must easily identify common cutting tool types (inserts, end mills, drills, taps) and communicate using standard terminology.- Tech & Excel Savvy: Proficient computer skills, including the ability to utilize Excel for organizing inventory data and maintaining basic software systems.- Field-Ready & Client-Facing: Professional customer service skills with a friendly, outgoing personality.- VMI Familiarity (A Plus!): Prior exposure to industrial vending or tool management software (Fast Track, Cribware, Tool Boss, Matrix, CribMaster, AutoCrib, etc.) is highly helpful but not required.Requirements:- Ability to travel up to 40% of the time via car or airplane - additional overnight travel incentive included.- Valid Driver's License with a clean, acceptable driving record.Why Join Productivity Inc.?Since 1968, Productivity Inc. has been a leader in machine tool sales and service. Our success stems from one core belief: Employees are our first customers. We treat our team members with integrity, respect, and encouragement, which empowers them to deliver outstanding customer service.We're a stable and growing organization committed to fostering a positive work environment and providing growth opportunities for our employees.Apply NowBe part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence. Productivity Inc. is proud to provide Equal Employment Opportunities to all applicants and employees.IND123 Compensation details: 28-32 Hourly WagePI2111e0fe02fd-8789

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Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States of America

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