MRO Tool Store Operative

The Boeing Company; Middle Wallop; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boeing Company in the United Kingdom is seeking an MRO Tool Store Operative to supervise tools and equipment used in aircraft maintenance, major repairs and modifications. You will manage tool issue, control, calibration, and inventory using CribMaster within a defined area of responsibility.

The role requires fluent English, strong communication skills and the ability to apply technical knowledge with human factors to ensure safety, quality and efficiency in tool management.

Qualifications

• Fluent written and spoken English.
• Forklift truck operators licence.
• Knowledge of aviation QA and SMS processes.

Responsibilities

• Issue, control and maintain tooling and ground support equipment.
• Maintain CribMaster tool control system and related training.
• Calibrate TME and PTT where required.
• Ensure tool control system is kept up-to-date and calibrated.

Skills

English proficiency

Communication skills

Leadership

Tools

Forklift licence

Job description

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

The MRO Tool Store Operative role is designed to provide direct control and supervision of tools and aircraft equipment required during Aircraft Maintenance, Major Repairs and Modification work of aircraft transferred to Boeing.

Responsibilities:

The Operations Tool Store Operative is accountable to the Operations Manager/s for the Issue, Control and Maintenance of all tooling and ground support equipment within a defined area of responsibility. Responsibilities include:

• Implementing and maintain a register of movement of all hand tools, test and measuring equipment (TME) and Precision Termination Tools (PTT).
• Implement the calibration requirements of TME and PTT.
• Ensure controlled issue and return of all tools.
• Maintain and administer access to the Tool Control System and application i.e. CribMaster and undertake the relevant Tool Control System training.
• Request from Tool Custodian tool asset number for all tools and ensure proper markings of the tools.
• For ensuring all loan tooling arriving on site are brought to the attention of the Operations Tool Store Lead, for such tooling to be receipted/registered on CribMaster, in line with the required tool control/calibration requirements.
• Carry out daily open and close (or handover) checks on the main tool store and carry out regular periodic inventory management checks of all tool kits
• Purchase replacement/new tools as the business needs arise.
• Carry out tool store actions for the U/S tool reporting process within this document.
• Ensure all tools and TME and PTT that require Calibration are clearly marked with the details of the calibration, ensuring Tool Control System is also kept up-to-date.
• Ensure toolkits contain an up-to-date toolkit folder (log book) as described in current document.
• Quarantine all tools and TME that are damaged or out of calibration. If the tool cannot be placed in secure quarantine it should be clearly marked as unserviceable and prevented from use, whilst ensuring Tool Control System reflects this.
• Carry out appropriate actions for the replenishment, control and management of FLAP accounts and provisions/stores/consumables.

Basic Qualifications

• Fluent written and Spoken English

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Forklift truck Operators Licence

• The ability to apply both technical knowledge and human factors (HF) knowledge, with regard to assessing the requirements against the individual tasks being undertaken.
• A good communicator, with a demonstrable ability to communicate the technical work requirements to others.
• Possesses knowledge of MAA Regulatory Articles (RA), MAA Regulatory Publication (MRP) Part 145, BDUK Part 145 MOE, aviation Quality Assurance (QA) and Safety Management System (SMS) and application of these requirements within their area of accountability, responsibility and authority.
• Is capable of working and communicating with management levels, cross functional areas and the customer effectively.
• Is capable and experienced in sequencing and controlling demanding workloads, on time, to budget and to the required standard.
• Can demonstrate the Boeing ‘Our Values’:
• Lead on safety, quality, integrity and sustainability.
• Foster a Just Culture grounded in humility, inclusion and transparency.
• Import and demonstrate best leadership practices.
• Earn stakeholder trust and preference.
• Respect one another and advance a global team.
• Seek, Speak & Listen.

Becoming a Boeing Employee

The Boeing benefits package goes above and beyond, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial and social well-being. Here’s a snapshot of what we offer:

• Competitive salary and annual incentive plans
• Continuous learning - you’ll develop the approach and skills to navigate whatever comes next
• Success as defined by you - we’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way
• Excellent Adoption and Parental leave options
• 23 days plus UK public holidays and a Winter Break between Christmas and New Year
• Pension Plan with up to 9% employer contribution
• Short Term Sickness: 100% pay for the first 26 weeks
• Long Term Sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from 27th week
• 4x annual salary life insurance
• Learning Together Programme to support your on-going personal and career development
• Access to Boeing’s Well Being Programs, tool and incentives

Security Clearance and Eligibility

Important information regarding this role: This role is for a locally hired position in the UK and candidates must have current legal authorisation to work immediately in the UK. Boeing will not attempt to obtain immigration and / or labour sponsorship for any applicants. Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and are not part of Boeing US based payroll.

Please note that this role will require you to undergo a security clearance check (Security Check [SC]; please view further information about this here).

This position does not offer relocation. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct. 13, 2026

Export Control Requirements:

This is not an Export Control position.

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain United Kingdom Security Check.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

Shift Worker (United Kingdom)

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.

We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world’s most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.