Tool Crib Attendant (Day Shift)

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Company Background and Summary

Votaw Precision Technologies is a trusted leader in the manufacturing of complex precision components, assemblies, and systems for the aerospace, defense, and industrial sectors. With a strong reputation for technical excellence, quality craftsmanship, and on-time delivery, Votaw supports some of the world’s most demanding programs through its advanced manufacturing capabilities. The company specializes in precision machining, fabrication, welding, and complex assembly operations for mission-critical applications. Votaw Precision Technologies has long been a trusted partner in building mission-critical hardware for some of the most advanced aerospace and defense programs in the world. Our precision components support the International Space Station, nearly every major launch vehicle in operation, high-performance spacecraft (including classified missions), as well as next-generation fighter aircraft, bombers, submarines, radar systems, and ground vehicles.

The Tool Crib Attendant is responsible for pre-setting and issuing CNC and Manual tools and area equipment; maintains records of issued tools and monitors the tool crib inventory; receives new tools and schedules preventative maintenance of Tool Crib related equipment.

Essential Functions

• Locates lost or misplaced tools and equipment.
• Prepares periodic inventory or maintains perpetual inventory of tools and equipment, manually or using computer.
• Receives, unpacks, and stores incoming tools and equipment, and requisitions stock to replenish inventory.
• Inspects and measures tools and equipment for defects and wear, visually or using micrometers and reports damage or wear to supervisors.
• Repairs, services, and lubricates tools and equipment, using hand tools, spray gun, or pressurized spray can.
• May deliver tools or equipment to workers, manually or using hand truck.
• May mark and identify tools and equipment, using identification tag, stamp, or electric marking tool.
• Receives, stores and issues CNC cutting tools and equipment in an industrial establishment.
• Sets Cutting Tool Length and Diameters using Optical Tool Pre-Setters (Will Train on specific models).
• Verifies ‘Returned from Use’ tooling for wear and/or damage.
• Maintains perpetual inventory of tools and equipment, manually or using computers.
• Receives incoming new tools and equipment and verifies them against Purchase Orders.
• Unpacks and examines incoming tools and materials, rejects damaged items, records shortages and corresponds with shipper to rectify and issues.
• Receives, unpacks, and stores incoming tools and equipment, and requisitions stock to replenish inventory.
• Marks and identifies tools and equipment for traceability.
• Serves as an expert/consultant in manufacturing line skills with other employees.
• Responsible for accurate inventory of tools and fixtures in a secure access tool crib room.

Qualifications and Skills

Required:

• Ability to use complex equipment, read difficult instructions and schematics, and maintain written records. 
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. 
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to create Excel spreadsheets to maintain Inventories.
• Ability to effectively present information in small group situations.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide all units of measure.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
• Ability to use common machine shop hand and measurement tools.
• Self-motivation, able to accomplish high level of work.
• Team player, actively participating in continuous improvement projects with coworkers.

Preferred: 

• High school degree. Successful completion of company provided training will be required.
• 3+ Years Practical Experience working directly with CNC Tools and Tools Holding processes. 

Key Performance Indicators

• On-time job readiness for machine setup.
• Machine utilization support.
• Production schedule adherence.
• Material and tooling availability.
• Reduction of setup delays and production interruptions
• Inventory accuracy.
• Internal customer satisfaction.

Personal Attributes

• Highly self-motivated and directed.
• Keen attention to detail.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.

Working Conditions

• Ability to work onsite, including hours outside of a normal working day, to meet critical deadlines. 
• Ability to scan the shop floor to obtain visual job status. 
• This position operates within a precision manufacturing environment supporting the production of mission-critical aerospace and defense components. Success requires a high sense of urgency, attention to detail, proactive problem-solving, and the ability to coordinate effectively across multiple departments to ensure uninterrupted manufacturing operations and customer delivery commitments. 

Additional Requirements

• This position requires the use of information or access to hardware subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons as defined by ITAR. 

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge, skills, education, and experience.

Votaw Precision Technologies, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability/Vets.