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MRO Tool Store Operative

Middle Wallop, England; RAF Odiham, England Job ID 00000441169 Category Production Control Post Date Dec. 18, 2024
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Job Description

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Introduction:

The Operations Tool Store Operative role is designed to provide direct control and supervision of tools and aircraft equipment required during Aircraft Maintenance, Major Repairs and Modification work of aircraft transferred to Boeing.

Responsibilities:

The Operations Tool Store Operative is accountable to the Operations Manager/s for the Issue, Control and Maintenance of all tooling and ground support equipment within a defined area of responsibility. Responsibilities will include:

  • Implement and maintain a register of movement of all hand tools, test and measuring equipment (TME) and Precision Termination Tools (PTT).
  • Implement the calibration requirements of TME and PTT.
  • Ensure controlled issue and return of all tools.
  • Maintain and administer access to the Tool Control System and application i.e. CribMaster and undertake the relevant Tool Control System training.
  • Request from Tool Custodian tool asset number for all tools and ensure proper markings of the tools.
  • For ensuring all loan tooling arriving on site are brought to the attention of the Operations Tool Store Lead, for such tooling to be receipted/registered on CribMaster, in line with the required tool control/calibration requirements.
  • Carry out daily open and close (or handover) checks on the main tool store and carry out regular periodic inventory management checks of all tool kits
  • Purchase replacement/new tools as the business needs arise.
  • Carry out tool store actions for the U/S tool reporting process within this document .
  • Ensure all tools and TME and PTT that require Calibration are clearly marked with the details of the calibration, ensuring Tool Control System is also kept up-to-date.
  • Ensure toolkits contain an up-to-date toolkit folder (log book) as described in current document.
  • Quarantine all tools and TME that are damaged or out of calibration. If the tool cannot be placed in secure quarantine it should be clearly marked as unserviceable and prevented from use, whilst ensuring Tool Control System reflects this.
  • Carry out appropriate actions for the replenishment, control and management of FLAP accounts and provisions/stores/consumables.

Required Competencies:

  • The ability to apply both their technical knowledge and human factors (HF) knowledge, with regard to assessing the requirements against the individual tasks being undertaken.
  • A good communicator, with a demonstrable ability to communicate the technical work requirements to others.
  • Possesses knowledge of MAA Regulatory Articles (RA), MAA Regulatory Publication (MRP) Part 145, BDUK Part 145 MOE, aviation Quality Assurance (QA) and Safety Management System (SMS) and application of these requirements within their area of accountability, responsibility and authority.
  • Is capable of working and communicating with management levels, cross functional areas and the customer effectively.
  • Is capable and experienced in sequencing and controlling demanding workloads, on time, to budget and to the required standard.
  • Can demonstrate the Boeing ‘Our Values’:
    • Lead on safety, quality, integrity and sustainability.
    • Foster a Just Culture grounded in humility, inclusion and transparency.
    • Import best leadership practices.
    • Earn stakeholder trust and preference.
    • Respect one another and advance a global, diverse team.
    • Seek, Speak & Listen.

Work Authorisation:

This requisition is for a locally hired position in the UK. Candidates must have current legal authorisation to work immediately in the United Kingdom. Boeing will not attempt to obtain Immigration and labour sponsorship for any applicants. Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and are not part of Boeing U.S. based payroll.

Security Clearance: This position requires the ability to obtain a UK security clearance (SC) for which UK residency is required. All information will be checked and verified.

Relocation: This position does not offer relocation. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.


Export Control Requirements: Not an export control position

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.

We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world’s most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.

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