Aerospace Tooling & Tool Crib Lead

Cambridge Specialty Precision; Berlin (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

None

Job summary

Cambridge Specialty Company seeks a skilled Tooling Manager to oversee tool crib operations in a precision aerospace manufacturing setting. You will manage intake, storage, and usage of tooling, maintain accurate records, and coordinate with vendors for lead times and repairs.

You will calibrate presetters, inspect tooling with precision instruments, and ensure safety and quality standards are met across daily production activities.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with measuring tools (micrometers, calipers) and basic shop math.
• Ability to operate and calibrate a tool presetter.
• Knowledge of tool accountability, foreign object damage prevention, and safety programs.
• Familiarity with JobBoss or other MRP systems (a plus) as well as Microsoft 365 programs.
• Strong organizational and inventory management abilities.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in tool setup and documentation.
• Ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment (PPE, equipment handling).

Responsibilities

• Receive, unpack, and store incoming tools and equipment in labeled, organized locations.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and logs, tracking issued, damaged, worn, or missing items.
• Monitor and maintain consumable stock levels, and manage PO process for tooling with suppliers.
• Maintain tool crib organization and support planning for budgeting and lead times.
• Perform routine inspections of tooling for wear, defects, or damage; coordinate repairs or replacements.
• Coordinate any tool regrinding or modifications with internal or external suppliers.
• Organize tools and manufacturing supplies within the tool crib area.

Skills

Measuring tools

Tool presetter operation

Inventory management

Communication skills

Shop math

Safety programs

MRP familiarity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Tool presetter

Micrometers

Calipers

JobBoss or MRP systems

Microsoft 365

Job description

Cambridge Specialty Company seeks a skilled Tooling Manager to oversee tool crib operations in a precision aerospace manufacturing setting. You will manage intake, storage, and usage of tooling, maintain accurate records, and coordinate with vendors for lead times and repairs.

You will calibrate presetters, inspect tooling with precision instruments, and ensure safety and quality standards are met across daily production activities.