Tool Crib Attendant ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Successful completion of Coating Technician Qualification Tech-I Training.
• Manage min/max inventory levels of masks, fixtures, fixture assemblies, and applicable tooling and report any changes required through MRP system.
• Assemble masks, fixtures, subplates, and all other defined tooling to form a complete assembly, verify heights, diameters, and other applicable dimensions and ensure assembly will accomplish intended use.
• Improve upon current storage system for both coating and blast tooling.
• Work with Tooling Cell Supervisor to establish methods for maintaining inventory levels including checking out tools and recording in-process usage numbers.
• Monitor wear rate of tooling using inspection gages to determine proper disposition. Dispose of decommissioned tooling.
• Continue to advance methods for documenting tool usage.
• Work with Tooling Supervisor to assist in determining manufacturing schedule of needed tooling to coincide with production schedule.
• Coordinate with Production Manager to provide information regarding tooling availability in relationship with Coat/Blast schedule.
• Place orders for new tooling as required through requisition process.
• Coordinate with Materials Manager to confirm outsourced tooling orders and delivery.
• Track tooling delivery from in-sourced and out-sourced suppliers.
• Measure new incoming tooling to verify it meets the drawing requirements before introducing into inventory. Verify new parts work, in concert with other pieces in assembly and report non-conformance.
• Collaborate with engineering to troubleshoot mask, fixture, or assembly concerns through problem solving and continuous improvement and submit ESR’s.
• Maintain tooling return area with necessary inspection equipment.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area in Tool Crib and all surrounding areas including work area inside the coating room per acceptable 6S guidelines.
• Perform additional related duties as assigned.
• Comply with applicable environmental, health and safety laws and regulations, Company policy and accepted safe work practices.

Tool Crib Attendant EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• High school diploma, GED equivalent, or Technical School.
• One year in the Coating Technician I role and successful completion of CT Qualification Tech-I training; or 2-4 years direct related machining or production experience required.
• Must be reliable and have excellent attendance.
• Basic understanding of GD&T, symbols, and able to apply knowledge.
• Ability to communicate, read, and interpret documents written in standard English such as blueprints and engineering drawings.
• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Proficient with Micrometers, Height Gage, Gage Blocks, Calipers, and Test Indicators.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to take legible written notes, document a process, and repeat the process.
• MRP/ERP system knowledge
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to interact with fellow employees and customers in a professional manner.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).

Tool Crib Attendant PHYSICAL DEMANDS WHILE PERFORMING THE JOB:

• Standing for extended periods of time, walking, pushing, pulling, stooping, or kneeling; use hands to finger, handle or feel parts and materials; reach with hands and arms and overhead; and talk and/or hear instructions and equipment sounds.
• Occasionally sitting, lifting and/or moving items up to 40 pounds.
• Close vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to differentiate shades and color to identify coating defects.
• Near acuity and accommodation required for reading dial and digital gauges, blueprints, and precision measuring instruments used in the inspection of coating operations.
• Ability to handle delicate parts.

Tool Crib Attendant WORKING ENVIRONMENT OF THE JOB:

• Regularly exposed to moving equipment, mechanical parts, ovens, and risk of burns.
• Occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of electrical shock.
• High noise levels from operating machines.
• The employee will be required to use personal protective equipment (PPE) to prevent exposure to hazardous materials commonly used in a manufacturing environment.