Administrative Clerk - Tool Logistics

General Dynamics Electric Boat • Groton, CT

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About The Position

The Opportunity:This is a mission-critical role within our Tool Support Organization. You aren't just managing a desk; you are the technical lead for the systems that keep our tradespeople equipped and our shipyard safe. You will own the lifecycle of high-value assets—from precision metrology instruments to life-saving electrical PPE—ensuring that every tool is calibrated, tracked, and ready for the next shift. The Role:This position is high-velocity and computer-driven. Your day-to-day involves more than data entry; you will be analyzing shortage reports, managing Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI), and complying to tool crib policies across various trades to maintain organizational excellence.
System Mastery: Proven ability to navigate and manage data across multiple enterprise platforms simultaneously (e.g., Oracle, MRPII, Access, and proprietary tracking databases).
Logistical Accuracy: Extreme attention to detail with the ability to track and audit high volumes of serial numbers, calibration dates, and safety certifications (such as the Electrical Glove program).
Process Ownership: A "self-starter" mindset capable of identifying inventory gaps, reconciling complex invoices, and independently managing tool repair and ship-back programs.
Operational Communication: The professional confidence to enforce tool crib policies with diverse trade groups and provide clear, real-time updates to supervisors.

Requirements

• High-school diploma or GED
• Minimum 2 years Industrial Expertise: Direct experience with large manufacturing company. Examples are shipyard, heavy construction tooling, oil and gas operations, aerospace or automobile manufacturing, precision machine shop and power utilities. - OR - Minimum 2 years Inventory Strategy: Prior experience in warehouse management with a focus on setting order points, cycle counting, and minimizing production downtime.
• Computer experience
• Ability to type for high-volume data entry and the physical stamina to lift 40 lbs when staging stock or working the crib counter.
• Adapability: moving from one task to another with little to no supervison
• Computer Knowledge: ability to be fluent in running multiple software platforms

Nice To Haves

• Minimum 2 years Advanced Procurement: Familiarity with EB policies and procedures related to material ordering and vendor reconciliation.
• Minimum 2 years experience: Specialized knowledge of PPE and meteorology equipment.
• Trade school graduation
• Post high school education in accounting, material management or inventory control.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED