Description
Shield AI is seeking a detail-oriented, dependable Tool Crib Technician to support tooling operations for advanced aerospace aircraft testing on its Group 5 UAVs.
The successful candidate will be responsible for running the tool crib day-to-day, issuing and receiving tools, keeping inventory accurate, and ensuring production teams get the tools, equipment, and consumables they need on time.
Responsibilities:
- Tool Crib Operations:
- Issue and receive tools, equipment, and consumables, recording every transaction accurately in the tool tracking system.
- Maintain the tool crib's cleanliness, organization, and security, with tools stored correctly and easily accessible.
- Inspect returned tools for damage, wear, or missing parts, tagging and setting aside those that need repair or replacement.
- Follow standard procedures for checking tools in and out, and for tool accountability.
- Answer questions from technicians and production staff, helping them find the right tools.
- Tool Control & Inventory:
- Track hand tools, power tools, precision measuring equipment, specialized aerospace tooling, and production consumables.
- Conduct routine cycle counts and inventory checks, reporting any discrepancies to the supervisor.
- Monitor stock levels and flag items near reorder points to prevent production interruptions.
- Receive, label, and store incoming tools and supplies.
- Follow up on overdue, lost, or misplaced tools.
- Calibration, Quality & Compliance:
- Track calibration due dates, pulling expired or out-of-calibration tools from service.
- Ensure calibrated tools are labeled correctly and their records are current.
- Follow AS9100 and company quality procedures.
- Support Foreign Object Debris (FOD) prevention through careful tool accountability.
- Maintain accurate records for internal audits and customer inspections.
- Report tooling discrepancies and assist Quality with investigations when requested.
- Production Support:
- Collaborate with production teams to prepare tools and kits for scheduled builds.
- Inform the supervisor of tooling shortages or delays promptly.
- Assist in rolling out barcode, RFID, or other digital tool tracking tools.
- Suggest ways to improve tool crib organization and efficiency.
Requirements:
- High school diploma or GED.
- 1+ year of experience in a tool crib, warehouse, inventory, or manufacturing environment.
- Basic knowledge of hand tools, power tools, and measuring instruments.
- Comfortable using computers and inventory or tracking systems.
- Strong attention to detail and good organizational skills.
- Clear communication and a customer-service mindset.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and adjust to changing priorities.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long periods.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Tool crib experience in an aerospace, defense, aviation, automotive, or precision manufacturing facility.
- Familiarity with AS9100 or ISO 9001 quality requirements.
- Experience with FOD prevention and tool accountability programs.
- Knowledge of calibrated tools, torque tools, or aircraft assembly equipment.
- Experience with barcode or RFID tool tracking systems.
- Familiarity with 5S or Lean practices.
- Experience with SAP, Oracle, or a similar ERP system.
Additional Information:
- Salary: USD 30-45 per-hour-wage
- Full-time regular employee offer package: Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
- Temporary employee offer package: Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)