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Job Title: Tool Crib Attendant

Job Description

We are seeking dedicated Tool Crib Attendants for a large defense company located in Santa Ana/Costa Mesa, CA. The positions are available for two shifts: the first shift from 5am-5pm and the second shift from 11am-11:30pm. These roles involve 12-hour shifts to ensure full coverage while the site is operational. Compensation is competitive and based on experience, with opportunities for overtime.

Responsibilities

+ Use digital tools to track tools, preferably Asset Panda or Oracle/NetSuite.

+ Work from manufacturing schedules, verbal instructions, operation sheets, and written requests to manage crib stock accurately.

+ Inspect tools for damage, cleanliness, and proper operation before issuing or after receiving them.

+ Coordinate tool repairs or replacements as needed.

+ Monitor tool usage to prevent loss or unauthorized removal.

+ Prepare complete tool kits for various manufacturing and assembly operations.

+ Maintain a clean and orderly storage area.

+ Check all incoming materials against paperwork and store them properly.

+ Prepare and complete all related paperwork and reports.

+ Conduct regular inventory counts and report shortages or discrepancies.

+ Follow all site safety rules, PPE requirements, and company procedures.

Essential Skills

+ 2+ years as a warehouse associate or equivalent role.

+ Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems and/or other warehouse management and inventory control tools.

+ Familiarity with inventory management including Lot, Serial, and Batch tracking at high mix, high production volumes.

+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office or equivalent office management tools.

+ Excellent customer service skills.

+ Ability to prioritize tasks efficiently.

+ Valid driver’s license.

+ Eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Top Secret clearance.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Experience with forklift, pallet jack, and other material handling equipment.

+ Familiarity with calibration, shipping, and receiving processes.

Why Work Here?

Join a growing and expanding company that values top performers and offers opportunities for advancement. You will be part of a dynamic team supporting exciting projects like the roadrunner assembly. The company is investing in new facilities, ensuring a modern and innovative work environment.

Work Environment

The work environment is clean and organized within a large, expanding company. The company has recently received funding to build a new facility, indicating a commitment to growth and innovation.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Costa Mesa, California.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision

• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

• Short and long-term disability

• Health Spending Account (HSA)

• Transportation benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Costa Mesa,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 5, 2025.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.