Tooling Engineer

The Talent People x JSIT-PE

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A local micro-molding specialist company is looking for a Tooling Engineer. The role would be involved in day-to-day operations of the toolroom, including documentation, planning, scheduling, and reporting on project delivery. You'll be solving technical issues and managing the fabrication and repair process of tooling.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and prioritise the projects and workload of the department, to ensure projects are fabricated accurately according to time schedules
• Diagnose machine and tooling equipment malfunctions, as well as to expedite and coordinate repairs or replacement to avoid excessive downtime
• Coach and support the development of the team, and provide guidance in solving toolmaking issues
• Coordinate inspection and quality control activities to meet Health and Safety requirements, and to ensure the toolroom remains operational and efficient to meet project requirements
• Maintain all critical documentation needed for the toolroom operations, and provide oversight and advice to Tooling Manager on machine acquisition, replacement and equipment repairs
• Collaborate and work closely with external vendors to obtain competitive quotes and timely delivery of purchased parts with required workmanship
• Contribute actively to continuously improve the tool room efficiency and standards

Requirements:

• Higher Nitec, Diploma or Degree in precision engineering/mechanical engineering is necessary
• Basic understanding of mold fabrication is required
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite of programs
• Class 3 driving license is an added advantage
• Good written and verbal communication and presentation skills
• Strong organisational skills with a can-do attitude to learn and initiate new ways of working to achieve results
• Good collaboration skills to work as a team and across teams, to problem solve to achieve desired results
• Good leadership skills to supervise and maintain strong bonds within the team

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