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Cambridge Specialty Company, Inc.

Tool Setter and Crib Attendant

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What they do

A Tool and Die Maker builds the tools and dies used to make a variety of products and appliances. Works with mechanical engineers to build and assemble parts according to blueprints.

$65,024 / year median in Connecticut

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Job Description

Tool Setter and Crib Attendant Cambridge Specialty Company, Inc. - 4.0 Berlin, CT Job Details Full-time $20 - $30 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Referral program Qualifications Personal protective equipment (PPE) adherence MRP High school diploma or GED Manufacturing facility experience Attention to detail Safety equipment Manual handling Full Job Description Tool Setter and Crib Attendant Salary commensurate with experience.
Company Overview:
Cambridge Specialty Company is an approved supplier of jet engine service tools and precision aircraft parts. Since our founding in 1952, we have manufactured quality products for on-time delivery. Our state-of-the-art, 27,500 square foot facility houses all the equipment necessary to provide our customers with efficient, cost-effective production. Coupled with our experienced and highly skilled workers, this combination produces the finest jet engine service tools and critical flight safety parts and assemblies in the industry today.
Job Description:
Cambridge Specialty Company, Inc. is seeking a skilled Tool Setter and Crib Attendant to support growth in a manufacturing environment focused on complex aerospace machining. This role will support daily manufacturing activities and planning to assure the machining department operates efficiently, supplying tooling and related holders and equipment that meet exact specifications and quality standards. The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety and continuous improvement.
Key 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 (e.g., drill bits, fasteners, safety gear), and take full ownership of the purchase order process for all tooling — including creating, entering, and submitting POs to vendors, and liaising directly with suppliers to manage lead times and resolve order issues.
  • Maintain history and work with planning on tool usage and inventory levels to support budgeting and planning.
  • Issue tools to authorized personnel, verify condition, and document transactions.
  • Perform routine inspections of tooling and equipment for wear, defects, or damage; coordinate repairs or replacements.
  • Organize and maintain the tool crib area to meet safety and storage standards.
  • Use a presetter to set cutting tools to precise dimensions based on tool and set-up sheets.
  • Validate tool specifications using micrometers, calipers, and other measuring tools.
  • Calibrate presetters as needed to ensure accuracy.
  • Interpret tool lists and job order priorities to determine correct tool setup.
  • Maintain tool usage, damage, and breakage reports and any daily work/summary reports.
  • Coordinate any tool regrinding or modifications with internal or external suppliers
  • Organize tools and manufacturing supplies within the tool crib area.
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).
  • Communication skills to coordinate with production teams and vendors.
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • 2-3 years of related experience in a tool crib or manufacturing environment preferred.
  • Experience with vendors, invoicing, and tool repair coordination.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Physical Requirements:
  • Ability to stand for extended periods
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
  • Manual dexterity and good hand-eye coordination
Work Environment:
  • Manufacturing floor environment with exposure to machinery, noise, and metalworking fluids
  • Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) required
Pay:
$20.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Referral program Vision insurance
Location:
Berlin, CT 06037 (Preferred) Ability to
Commute:
Berlin, CT 06037 (Required)
Work Location:
In person