Tool Shop Leader

Take ownership of a fast-moving tool shop operation where organization, problem-solving, and leadership make a direct impact. This role is a great fit for someone who enjoys keeping inventory accurate, supporting field teams, and building expertise in tool tracking systems while growing with RK Industries

RK Company Overview

RK Industries is a second-generation family-owned company led by brothers Rick and Jon Kinning. With seven specialized business units working together, we deliver construction, fabrication, manufacturing, and building services with a focus on safety, quality, and craftsmanship.

People join RK for the craftsmanship, complexity, and the ability to make a real impact. Our in-house capabilities mean employees see their ideas become real solutions, creating meaningful collaboration and clear visibility into how work gets built. Growth happens through challenging projects, mentorship from experienced builders, and opportunities that stretch your skill set.

With RK University, accredited apprenticeships, competitive benefits, and deep community investment, RK offers the stability of a family-owned company with the opportunity and momentum of an industry leader.

Position Summary

Oversee tool & consumable inventory and maintain OneKey software system for tracking the tools. Manage the day to day tool shop activities. Point of contact for tool requests and returns in the Tool Shop.

Role Responsibilities

• Learn new tool tracking software and become proficient enough to train other RK employees.
• Maintain information, data records, calibration/certifications and any other tool information on all Inventoried company tools both on jobsites and in the shop all through the OneKey tracking system.
• Supervise employees in the Tool Shop
• Communicate with management regarding any issues or discrepancies found.
• Problem solve as issues come up and find solutions with minimal guidance required
• Review on hand quantities and help coordinate tool & consumable inventory.
• Transfer and validate the changes in tool/consumable status in the OneKey System.
• Lead and direct tool shop employees on a daily basis.
• Develop daily task/job lists and ensure they are completed.
• Control communication to field and shops on order status.
• Work with job sites on tool inventory management.
• Ensure transactional activity of check in and out of tools is happening properly within the system.
• Oversee the receiving and inventory of inbound tools and consumables.
• Check orders for accuracy and quality prior to shipment.
• Review status of tools – i.e. tools in need of repair, retires etc.

Qualifications

• Receives indirect supervision. 

• Performs technical responsibilities.
• Work is generally structured or recurring.  
• Objectives based on established guidelines, processes and operating procedures.     
• Entry-level position with 6 months experience in managing inventory preferred.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Able to work autonomously under indirect supervision
• Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multi-tasking skills
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office and ability to learn new software.

Minimum Physical Requirements:

• Work outside, inside, and in dusty, noisy and hazardous areas.

• Work in high places, tight places, confined spaces and/or other adverse locations.
• Climb, balance, squat, kneel and crouch.
• Work in all types of weather.

What Sets RK Industries Apart

• Safety: Our unmatched culture of safety is our foremost core value, guiding everything we do each day: Health, Safety, & Environmental

• Awards: Whether in Construction, Manufacturing, Fabrication, or Service, RK Industries is highly recognized and accredited throughout the industry: Accreditations & Recognition

• Benefits: RK Industries offers competitive benefits to support your growth and well-being: Benefits & Rewards

• Philanthropy: RK Industries not only builds our community through our projects, but also invests in it by supporting local services for over a decade through the RK Foundation: RK Foundation

• Development: Through RK University, we provide hands-on training and development opportunities that empower employees to advance their careers and grow within the company, to include leadership and technical learning opportunities, we well as our accredited apprentice program: RK University & RK Apprenticeship Program

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis