Senior Tool Crib Attendant
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Job Summary
SENIOR TOOL CRIB ATTENDANT
Title:Senior Tool Crib Attendant
Reports To:Engineering Manager
Summary:The Senior Tool Crib Attendant is responsible for the controlled management traceability and continuous improvement of tooling gauges and manufacturing support equipment within an aerospace and defense production environment. This role ensures full compliance with applicable quality standards customer requirements and internal procedures while supporting safe efficient and repeatable manufacturing operations. Serving as a key support function to Production Engineering Quality and Supply Chain the Senior Tool Crib Attendant safeguards tooling integrity maintains accurate records and contributes to cost control risk mitigation and new product introduction activities. Attention to detail adherence to established processes and sound judgment are critical to success in this role.
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 10 years of experience in a tool crib or tooling control role within a regulated manufacturing environment
- Minimum 2 years of experience in tool crib management project coordination or tooling systems oversight
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
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Key Skills
- Customer Service
- Hospital Experience
- Hotel Experience
- Taleo
- Hospitality Experience
- Basic Math
- Laundry
- Cleaning Experience
- Computer Literacy
- Guest Services
- Cash Handling
- Commercial Cleaning
About Company
Contract Precision Machining & Fabrication. Supports Aerospace, Nuclear, Medical, Defense, Gov, Power Generation, and Semiconductor Related Programs. CNC, 5-Axis, Manufacturing.
