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At Petersen our team members are not just employees-they are members of the Petersen- A Precinmac community. We recognize that a company is only as good as its team members and ours are incredible.

We offer a competitive benefits package which includes 4 x10 work schedule, food market breakrooms. Competitive wage, quarterly bonuses, referral bonuses for selected positions. Wellness program, medical, dental, vision, disability, life, 401k with employer match. Paid time off, and holiday pay. On the job training programs and training reimbursement. We offer multiple team member engagement activities and community events.

Job Posting Title

Tool Crib Attendant

Job Description

TOOL CRIB ATTENDANT

Summary

Serving as a key support function to Production, the Tool Crib Attendant builds cutting tool assemblies from provided blueprints, inspects each one on a tool pre-setter to confirm it meets print dimensions and tolerances, and delivers ready-to-run tooling to the machine shop. By providing accurate, reliable tooling on time, this role helps keep the shop running smoothly and supports the high-quality standards our aerospace and defense customers expect. The Tool Crib Attendant role requires mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and sound judgment.

Job Responsibilities

Tool Assembly

• Build cutting tool assemblies (holders, collets, cutters, inserts, extensions) to the tool prints provided
• Set and verify assembly lengths and dimensions to print tolerance using a tool pre-setter
• Install and remove tools in heat-shrink holders using a shrink-fit machine
• Check dimensions with calipers, micrometers, and indicators
• Tear down returned assemblies; clean and inspect components for wear or damage, and return good components to stock
• Participate in tooling trials, process improvements, and engineering change implementation

Tool Crib Operations

• Issue tools and assemblies to operators and check in returns
• Stock and pull items using the tool vending / crib system
• Create and maintain tool kits and carts aligned with production cells, routings, and work orders
• Watch for items running low or near stock-out and report them
• Keep the tool crib clean and organized, and follow lean practices

Procedures & Training

• 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

• High school diploma or GED

Experience

• No prior tool crib experience required; training provided
• Machine shop or manufacturing experience is a plus

Skills & Abilities

• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Ability to read tool prints and build assemblies to print tolerance
• Comfortable using calipers, micrometers, and indicators, or willing to learn
• Close attention to detail and accuracy
• Basic shop math (decimals, fractions, measurements)
• Dependable, and able to work independently and with the production team

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

Note: Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time