On-Site Crib Lead in Auburn Hills, Michigan at AH Group

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.

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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