Tool Crib Attendant
Dishon LimitedPosition Summary
The Tool Crib Attendant is responsible for keeping cutting tools, holders, and assembly tools available, accurate, and organized so that production never waits on tooling. This role procures tooling through distributors, manages the Matrix tool vending system—including new tool setup, min/max levels, receiving, and replenishment—supports machine operators at the Matrix, monitors
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the regrind program, and maintains a clean, organized tool room. It requires a basic understanding of CNC tooling and work holding, operational knowledge of tool assembly equipment, and disciplined inventory and record keeping.
This position is designed for individuals who demonstrate a bias for action, manage shifting priorities in a fast‑paced environment, and contribute to tooling cost control by noticing and reporting unusual tooling usage.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Responsibilities
• Perform tooling procurement: work with distributors to order out‑of‑stock tooling and ensure lead times meet production requirements.
• Manage the Matrix system: add new tooling to the database, set up min/max levels, and maintain inventory accuracy.
• Receive physical tools and replenish them into Matrix machines.
• Assist machine operators with vending tooling from the Matrix.
• Flag unusual spikes in tooling usage across different jobs to the Senior Tooling Manager.
• Monitor the regrind program for drills and end mills.
• Operate tool assembly equipment (shrink‑fit machine, tool height setter) to assemble and set tools.
Tool Room Organization
• Maintain a clean, organized tool room.
• Ensure work benches are cleared of any debris.
• Dispose of damaged tooling in scrap recycling.
• Return holders to the correct cabinets.
• Return new tooling to the correct job bins.
• Return assembly tools to their assigned storage locations.
Quality & Compliance
• Follow Dishon's quality management system for records, traceability, and segregation of damaged or non‑conforming tooling.
• Maintain accurate purchasing, receiving, and inventory records.
• Follow safety requirements for handling sharp tools, heated shrink‑fit holders, and heavy holders.
Collaboration & Knowledge Development
• Work with machine operators, Technology Lead Hands, programmers, and the Senior Procurement Specialist on tooling needs.
• Communicate shortages, lead‑time risks, and recurring issues promptly.
• Learn and apply Dishon's tooling standards.
• Share improvement ideas for tool room organization and Matrix setup.
Behavioral Expectations
• Demonstrate a bias for action, ownership, and accountability.
• Manage shifting and conflicting priorities with good time management.
• Work effectively both independently and within a team.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with peers and leadership.
Qualifications
Required
• Basic understanding of CNC tooling and workholding.
• Operational knowledge of tool assembly machines (shrink‑fit, height setter).
• Previous experience with inventory management.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Familiarity with data entry, filing, and record keeping.
• Exceptional time management and ability to multitask to handle shifting and conflicting priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.
Preferred
• Familiarity with ERP systems.
• Experience with tool vending systems (Matrix or similar).
• Machining or tooling courses (college or apprenticeship).
Working Conditions
• Full‑time, on‑site role in Concord, Ontario.
• Work involves standing, walking, and lifting moderate loads.
• PPE required on the shop floor; safety training provided.
• Opportunities for overtime, cross‑training, and advancement into tooling, procurement, or machining.
• Must meet eligibility requirements for access to controlled goods and export‑controlled technical data.
Pay: $20.00-$26.00 per hour
Benefits:
• Dental care
• On-site parking
• RRSP match
• Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:
• Concord, ON