Tooling Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the complete Tooling / Toolroom function for VMC, HMC, CNC Turning and related machining operations.
• Plan, develop and optimize cutting tools, tool holders, fixtures, jigs and special tooling based on component and process requirements.
• Select suitable cutting tools, inserts, grades, geometries and cutting parameters for different machining applications.
• Support VMC, HMC and CNC Turning processes to improve productivity, tool life and machining quality.
• Develop and standardize tooling strategies, tool lists, tool presetting and tool management systems.
• Analyze tool performance, tool life and machining issues and implement corrective actions.
• Work closely with Production, Process Engineering, Quality, Maintenance and Purchase teams for tooling-related requirements.
• Review new component drawings and manufacturing processes and provide suitable tooling solutions.
• Identify opportunities for cycle-time reduction, tool-cost reduction and productivity improvement.
• Establish and maintain tool life standards and monitor actual tool consumption.
• Manage tooling inventory, minimum stock levels, reconditioning and timely availability of critical tools.
• Coordinate with tooling suppliers for technical discussions, trials, tool development and cost negotiation.
• Conduct tool trials and evaluate new cutting tools for performance and cost effectiveness.
• Troubleshoot machining problems such as tool wear, vibration, chatter, poor surface finish, dimensional variation and tool breakage.
• Ensure proper documentation of tool specifications, tool life, trial results, tool consumption and tooling standards.
• Guide and develop Toolroom Engineers and technicians and ensure effective allocation of work.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives through Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing, 5S and cost reduction projects.
• Ensure tooling activities comply with quality, safety and company standards.

Technical Skills Required

• Strong knowledge of VMC, HMC and CNC Turning machining processes.
• Good knowledge of cutting tools, carbide inserts, tool holders and workholding systems.
• Knowledge of tool selection, cutting parameters and tool life optimization.
• Understanding of GD&T, engineering drawings and machining tolerances.
• Knowledge of jigs, fixtures and special-purpose tooling.
• Ability to analyze machining problems and provide effective tooling solutions.
• Knowledge of tool presetting and tool management systems.
• Experience in new tool development, tool trials and supplier coordination.
• Knowledge of CNC machining productivity and cycle-time improvement.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen and 5S.

Key Performance Areas (KPIs)

• Tool Cost Reduction
• Tool Life Improvement
• Reduction in Tool Consumption
• Cycle Time Reduction
• Machining Productivity Improvement
• Tool Availability
• Reduction in Tool-Related Rejection / Rework
• Successful New Tool Development & Trials
• Tooling Inventory Control
• Continuous Improvement & Cost-Saving Initiatives

Interested Candidate Can share your CV to 9488614184

Pay: ₹35,000.00 - ₹60,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Cell phone reimbursement
• Food provided
• Health insurance
• Leave encashment
• Paid sick time
• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person