Tool Crib Technician

HDI Landing Gear; Springfield (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

11 paid holidays

Group insurance incl. HSA/FSA

Dental & Vision

Life Insurance with options

Disability Insurance

401k with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Virtual doctor access

Employee assistance program

Social activities

Referral bonuses

Job summary

HDI Landing Gear in Springfield, OH is seeking a Tool Crib Technician to build and pre-set tools and deliver them to machinists and grinders on the shop floor. You will coordinate with operations, engineering and leadership to ensure high-quality landing gear components are produced efficiently.

The role requires assembling and presetting advanced tooling (CAPTO C8, HSK125, CAT50), interpreting prints, and maintaining rigorous documentation per AS9100/NADCAP.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of experience in a tool crib or related manufacturing role.
• Strong mechanical skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assemble tools (CAPTO C8, HSK125, CAT50) using setup instructions (PowerPoint, Excel, GD&T).
• Preset tools (Zoller Presetting Tech, Haimer Power Clamp) and set gauging (dial bores, snap gauges, bottle bores).
• Interpret tooling prints, blueprints, and work instructions.
• Confirm tolerance measurements with calipers and micrometers.
• Daily use of general hand tools in tool assembly.
• Set up and run surface grinders, Bridgeport mill, and pedestal grinder.
• Troubleshoot tooling issues on the shop floor.
• Adhere to schedules set by leadership to ensure tool delivery to the shop floor.
• Maintain tool crib cleanliness and organization.
• Document according to AS9100 and NADCAP protocols.

Skills

Tool crib operations

Mechanical skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CAPTO C8

HSK125

CAT50

Zoller Presetting Tech

Haimer Power Clamp

Dial bore gauge

Snap gauge

Gage makers

Calipers

Micrometers

Job description

Job Category: Operations/Production/Fabrication

Requisition Number: TOOLC001749

• Posted : October 8, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Springfield, OH 45506, USA

Description

An international leader in aviation:

Heroux-Devtek, the world’s 3rd largest producer of landing gear, serves the civil and military aerospace markets from production facilities in North America, Europe and United Kingdom. The Company’s longevity, flexibility, and track record for the development and implementation of innovative production systems have distinguished it as a leader in the domain. With its most recent acquisitions, Heroux-Devtek is bolstering its status as one of the foremost landing gear, actuation and hydraulic system designers and manufacturers in the global aerospace industry.

Information on the division:

Located in Springfield, the 70+ employee facility (100,000+ sq. ft.) is one of Héroux-Devtek’s centers of excellence for the manufacturing of medium to large complex landing gear and titanium components.

As part of the Central Division, you will lead P&L responsible for critical machining operations of major commercial aircraft programs such as the Boeing 777 and Embraer E-2, and important military programs such as F-18, F-35, C-17 and C-130.

With a strong focus on the latest technology of manufacturing processes with machining automation and techniques we aim to remain the best value producer of complex landing gear components.

What we offer:

• Leaders who invest in your success, development, and growth
• A culture of true teamwork and pride in our product
• Competitive salaries linked to performance and paid time off
• 11 paid holidays
• A comprehensive group insurance plan including HSA/FSA options, Dental & Vision
• Automatic Life Insurance with supplemental options
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Opportunities for retirement savings with 401k plans including a company match
• Tuition reimbursement for relevant Certifications, Education, & Trainings
• Free access to a virtual doctor and the employee assistance program
• Social activities for all employees (BBQ, Golf, Christmas parties, etc.)
• Generous referral bonuses and advantageous recognition programs
• A motivating work environment and a human management style where you can make a difference

Summary:

The Tool Crib Technician is responsible for building tools, presetting tools, and delivering tools to machinists, grinders, and other operators on the shop floor in coordination with operations, engineering, and leadership to produce quality landing gear and other aerospace components.

Main responsibilities:

• Assemble tools (CAPTO C8, HSK125, CAT50), utilizing set up instructions (PowerPoint, Excel, Basic GD&T).
• Preset tools (Zoller Presetting Tech, Haimer Power Clamp), and set gauging (dial bores, snap gages, bottle bores, gage makers).
• Interpret tooling prints, blueprints, and work instructions.
• Confirm tolerance measurements with quality tools (calipers and micrometers).
• Daily use of general hand tools in tool assembly.
• Set up and run surface grinders, Bridgeport mill, and pedestal grinder.
• Problem solves various tooling related issues directly from the floor.
• Adheres to weekly/monthly/quarterly schedules set by leadership to ensure efficient tool deliver to shop floor
• Maintain tool crib cleanliness and organization.
• Document accurately and in accordance with all protocols, such as AS9100 and NADCAP.
• Conduct self in a professional manner and adhere to all company policies, procedures and health and safety requirements.
• High school diploma or GED
• 1 years’ experience in a tool crib or related manufacturing role
• Strong mechanical skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills

Work culture and environment:

Are you known as an innovation driver? Are you looking for your next challenge and opportunity to learn & excel in Aerospace? Héroux-Devtek offers you the opportunity to work in a diverse and team-oriented environment where skills development is a top priority. Here, employees are at the heart of the realization of the product, developed through engineering centers, factories, a service unit, and an accessible and agile head office for fast decision-making.

Be part of a motivating top-notch team taking Aerospace to new heights!

Candidates must meet security screening requirements as set out by ITAR directives.

HDI Landing Gear is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, HDI Landing Gear will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

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