Tool Crib Engineer

1) Tooling Planning & Engineering

-Propose the best cutting tools and tooling strategies prior to CAM program creation, considering material, machine capability, cycle time, tool life, and cost.
-Support CAM teams by providing approved tooling concepts, tool assemblies, and cutting recommendations.

2) Tool Management System (TMS)

-Create, release, and maintain tool assemblies, tool lists,and tooling data in the Tool Management System (TMS).

-Ensure all tooling data in TMS is accurate, standardized, and released before machining starts.

3) Tool Presetting & Assembly

-Use Zoller tool pre-setter to measure and verify tool assemblies according to TMS specifications.

-Use shrink-fit machine to assemble the tools.

4) Shop Floor Tooling Compliance

-Ensure all tooling used on the shop floor strictly follows the approved TMS assemblies with zero deviation.

-Audit tooling setups, investigate non-compliance, and implement corrective actions.

-Support tool crib & machinist/supervisor on correct tooling usage and setup.
5) Tool Inventory & ATS Control

-Manage cutting tool and insert inventory using the Ascentec Tooling System (ATS).

-Ensure ATS stock records accurately reflect actual physical stock in the tool cabinets.

-Perform regular stock audits and reconciliation between ATS and physical inventory.

-Ensure correct tool/item master data in ATS, including item codes, quantities, locations, and minimum stock levels.

-Monitor ATS triggers and coordinate with purchasing to ensure timely replenishment of depleted stock.
6) Continuous Improvement & Support

-Drive tooling standardization, cost reduction, and continuous improvement initiatives.

-Work with tooling suppliers to evaluate new tools, inserts, and technologies.

-Support NPI, program proving, and first-article builds by ensuring tooling readiness and availability.

Qualifications & Requirements

-Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing or equivalent.

-Minimum 5 years of experience in cutting tools engineering & management.

-Strong knowledge of cutting tools, inserts, tool holders, shrink-fit systems, and work-holding principles.

-Hands-on experience with Zoller tool pre-setter, ZollerTool Management Systems (TMS), Powershrink Fit Machine and tool inventory systems.

-Solid understanding of CNC machining processes and shop floor operations.

-Strong attention to detail, discipline, and accountability mindset.