TOOLING ENGINEER

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Buyoff new toolings - hard tool, soft tool for mass production run.
2. Maintain and upkeep all punching machines. Troubleshoot tooling-related production issues and implement corrective actions.
3. Perform hard tool service to maintain punching quality. Evaluate tooling performance, quality, cycle time and cost.
4. Work with Process/Product Engineering on new product introduction (NPI) and tooling requirements.
5. Performtool modification, preventive maintenance and continuous improvement.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Responsible for overall process readiness and improvement to meet Quality, Yield, Cycle and Cost target.

   • Ensure process readiness through effective FMEA, Control Plan, OCAP, Work Instruction, Process Spec & Check List including EHS requirements.
   • Monitor and drive improvement on key process health indicators (Yield/Defect, Quality etc).
   • Drive Statistical Process Control and improvement to meet/exceed process Cpk target.
   • Establish priority list on gaps/opportunities with effective closure plan.
   • Drive effective work method and solution through automation and poka yoke solution.

2. Expand new Process Envelop and Capability to support new design wins and/or manufacturing cost/quality.

   • Participate in new process envelop for new market penetration through innovation and/or new equipment capability.
   • Perform new equipment capability study, process sign off and machine buy off.
   • Responsible to develop, characterize and optimize process parameters to meet new process envelop target and production requirements.
   • Responsible for new material evaluation and certification.

3. Build strong collaboration with internal partners to drive SOP compliance and mitigate manufacturing risks/surprises.

   • Provide OPL (One Point Lesson) and certification test to ensure all floor personnel are adequately trained and qualified.
   • Perform effective problem solving for root cause identification and fixes.
   • Participate in the disposition of discrepant materials.
   • Participate in external issue resolution and customer 8D task force.

REQUIREMENTS

1. Bachelor Degree in engineering, preferably in Mechatronics or Mechanical engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Tool & Die Engineering or related field.
2. Diploma holders with strong knowledge and solid hands on experience in Tool & Die, jig & fixture, precision manufacturing, PCB/FPC & molding may also be considered.
3. Experience in tool modification, troubleshooting, maintenance and improvement.
4. Knowledge of PFMEA, DFM, 8D, SPC and basic problem-solving would be an advantage.
5. Strong communication and analytical skill.
6. Strong self-initiative and learning attitudes.