Tool Crib Attendant

**Job Responsibilities**

**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
  
  

**Quality & Compliance**

• 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
  
  

**Purchasing & Cost Management**

• 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
  
  

**Manufacturing & Engineering Support**

• 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
  
  

** Systems, Processes & Leadership**

• 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
  
  

**Qualifications & Requirements**

Education

• College diploma required
  
  

Experience

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a tool crib or tooling control role within a regulated manufacturing environment
  
  

Technical Skills

• 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
  
  

Additional Requirements

• 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
  
  

Day Shift, Monday through Thursday 6:00 am to 4:30 pm

Swing Shift Monday through Thursday 4:30 pm to 3:00 am