Tooling Coordinator

Description

POSITION SUMMARY 

This position supports MRO by managing all  aspects of shop floor tooling. This position reports to the Operations  Supervisors and will work closely with operations, engineering, and tool  vendors. Responsible for maintaining tool identification and storage systems.  All tools are to be cataloged and tracked in  a data base. Damaged or worn tools are to be replaced or repaired as directed  by Engineering. Support Tooling initiatives including Tool Equivalency, Safe  Lifting and FOD control. 

JOB RESPONSIBLITIES

Ø Maintain  shop tooling in a safe and production ready status

Ø Inventory and store tooling as required.

Ø Inspect, tag and coordinate the repair of worn or damaged tools.

Ø Support Tooling programs, including new engine programs.

Ø Maintain shop tooling preventative maintenance program 

Ø Maintain the Master-tooling inventory (Quantum , spreadsheet, etc.)

Ø Initiate repair actions for shop tooling (order detail parts, coordinate repairs with outsourced vendors.)

Ø Coordinate receiving inspections with Quality and Engineering staff when required for new and locally manufactured tooling.

Ø Coordinate with EH&S; and Engineering for special testing and inspection of tools as required.

Ø Advise supervision and management of critical tooling issues.

Ø Maintain the support equipment aperture card file.

Ø Coordinate with Engineering for tool equivalency requirements.

Ø Maintain broken tool reports and perform broken tool exchanges.

Ø Any additional duties directed by supervision or management.

Requirements

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Education:  

• High School Diploma
• Aviation MRO experience.
• A&P License preferred

Experience: 

• 3 years minimum tooling or machining experience
• Experience in use of an ERP platform, preferably Quantum
• Advanced computer skills to include MS Excel, Word and Power Point
• Proven success in team building and leading

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: 

• Knowledge of aircraft engine parts, repairs and repair manuals
• Knowledge of aircraft engines, machines and tools
• Basic Project management skills
• Occasionally required to lift/push/carry items up to 50 pounds
• Ability to troubleshoot minor tooling problems and make repairs when necessary or determine course of action for repairs.
• Use and application of hand tools
• Knowledge and application of the following technical documents.
•  Illustrated Tool and Equipment Manual
• Support Equipment Numerical Index
•  Standard Practice Manual
• Repair Station Procedures for tooling

Working Conditions / Environment / Special Requirements

• Ability to work in a safe professional manner adhering to all regulatory requirements including, OSHA, EPA, FAA, DOT, and State and Federal regulations.
• As required by the position, must have the ability to wear a respirator as per OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134 "Respirator Protection" regulations with no restrictions that would prevent the proper use and/or seal of the respirator.
• Ability to work flexible hours and different shifts if required
• Employees will be subject to the random drug and alcohol testing under FAA regulations

GENERAL COMMITMENT FOR ALL EMPLOYEES

• Commitment to company values and complies with department norms, policies, directives, and procedures. 
• Strive for continuous improvement to processes and procedures. 
• Honors and protects confidential and proprietary documents and information. 
• Satisfies work schedule requirements. 
• The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required by the employee. Performs other duties as assigned