What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tool Crib Attendant position at Petersen Inc.?
**Job Responsibilities**
**Tooling Control & Traceability**
Education
**Tooling Control & Traceability**
- Manage controlled inventories of cutting tools, holders, gauges, fixtures, and production support equipment
- Ensure tooling traceability in accordance with aerospace and defense quality standards (e.g., AS9100, customer flow-downs)
- Control issuance, return, life tracking, and segregation of tooling to prevent damage, loss, or misuse
- Support FOD (Foreign Object Debris) prevention through disciplined tool control practices
- Ensure tooling and gauges meet calibration, inspection, and certification requirements
- Maintain accurate records to support audits, internal inspections, and customer or regulatory reviews
- Ensure compliance with internal procedures, quality manuals, and work instructions
- Support corrective and preventive actions related to tooling or equipment issues
- Provide tooling usage data, forecasts, and budget input to Purchasing and Management
- Review and support blanket order requirements, tooling lead times, and supplier performance
- Evaluate tooling pricing, life expectancy, and standardization opportunities in collaboration with Engineering
- Support cost reduction initiatives without compromising quality or compliance
- Perform precision measurement and verification of specialized tooling using vernier calipers, micrometers, and dial test indicators
- Create and maintain tool kits and carts aligned with production cells, routings, and work orders
- Support New Product Introduction (NPI), first article inspections (FAI), and production ramp-ups through tooling readiness
- Participate in tooling trials, process improvements, and engineering change implementation
- Operate and manage automated or matrix tool distribution systems
- Develop, maintain, and continuously improve tool crib procedures and documentation
- Train and mentor tool crib staff and production personnel on proper tooling handling and control
- Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement
Education
- College diploma required
- Minimum 3 years of experience in a tool crib or tooling control role within a regulated manufacturing environment
- In-depth knowledge of aerospace-grade cutting tools, holders, and tooling systems
- Proficiency with precision measurement instruments including vernier calipers, micrometers, and dial test indicators
- Experience with Zoeller or equivalent automated tool vending systems considered an asset
- Experience managing matrix or controlled tool distribution systems
- Strong understanding of quality systems and documentation discipline
- Ability to work effectively in an AS9100 / ISO-certified environment
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism in a defense-related environment