Tool Shop Attendant- Aviation- Mobile, AL

PDS Defense, Inc.; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Direct deposit

401(k)

Paid holidays

Skills training

DailyPay (in some locations)

Job summary

PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking an Aviation Tool Shop Attendant in Mobile, AL to manage the tool crib, track inventory, and inspect tools for wear and tear. The role supports calibration and QA activities in a manufacturing setting.

You will handle tool issuance for production, maintain records, and coordinate maintenance with suppliers. A strong emphasis on safety and OSHA compliance is required, with familiarity in SAP and Excel for data collection.

Qualifications

• Experience in logistics or tool management in a manufacturing environment; inventory control experience is a plus.
• General knowledge of hand, power tools, and cutting tools relevant to aviation manufacturing.
• Familiarity with shop safety (FOD/clean-as-you-go) and OSHA regulations.
• Proficient with data collection programs (e.g., SAP) and spreadsheet software.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the tool crib inventory and inspect tools for wear.
• Receive, store, issue tools for production and coordinate maintenance.
• Support calibration activities under QA guidance.
• Assist audit preparation and participate in audit processes.

Skills

Logistics experience

Tool management

Safety compliance

OSHA regulations

SAP & Excel

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

Light Industrial/Manufacturing

Tool Shop Attendant- Aviation- Mobile, AL

Mobile, AL Posted: 6/12/2026

Job Description

Job ID#: 218527

Job Category: Light Industrial/Manufacturing

Position Type: Associate - W2

Shift: 1

PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking an Aviation Tool Shop Attendant, in Mobile, AL. Job ID#218527

Job Description:

The Tool Shop Attendant is responsible for maintaining the tool crib which stores the tools and small jigs used by production. The attendant monitors the use of the equipment and ensures that the tools are kept in good repair. The attendant is responsible for two key tool crib functions: inventory and inspection of tools for wear and tear.

Tool Shop Functions:

Receive, store, and issue tools used for production (including chemicals), and maintain records of equipment movement Visually inspection of tools and equipment for defects and wear and coordinate maintenance Mark and identify tools and equipment.

Support calibration activity under QA guidance..

Operational Procurement Functions:

Coordinate with local suppliers to validate material order receipt, availability, alternate and due date.

Create SAP master data and purchase request.

Coordinate with Strategic procurement for material consumption, batch order Quantity and order cycle.

Perform Good receipt and inventory adjust.

Participate to Audit preparation and Audit process.

Shop Floor Control Functions:

Perform Aircraft Clip tools clean up using various methods such as Media Blast.

Perform daily consumable carts kitting activity and station delivery.

Participate in daily Production meeting.

Required:

Experience in logistics or tool management in a manufacturing environment inventory management experience. Or relevant experience as it relates to the position.

General knowledge of hand, power tools, cutting tool related to aviation industry.

Knowledge of shop safety (clean as you go/FOD) and OSHA regulations.

Use of Data collection program (such as SAP and Excel).

High School Diploma or GED.

Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter.

Job Requirements

Minimum Security Clearance:

No Clearance

Military connected talent encouraged to apply.

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• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled