CNC TOOLING ENGINEER

Key Responsibilities 1.Tooling Inventory Control & Planning • Maintain accurate inventory records for cutting tools, tool holders, fixtures, spare parts, and consumables. • Issue and receive tools according to MO, part numbers, and production requirements. • Monitor tooling consumption, tool life, regrind cycles, scrap status, and replacement needs. • Conduct tooling receiving inspections and ensure proper storage, labelling, identification, and segregation of tooling. 2. Tool Presetting, Measurement & CNC Setup Support • Perform tool presetting and measurement using Haimer tool presetters, including tool length, diameter, corner radius, runout, and balancing checks. • Verify and adjust tool offsets before releasing tools to production. • Support CNC machine setup activities, including machine preparation, workpiece setup, tool setting, and offset adjustments. • Support machining operations on 3-axis, 4-axis, and 5-axis CNC machining centers. 3. Tool & Fixture Assembly • Assemble cutting tools according to tooling lists and setup requirements. • Assemble fixtures based on approved engineering drawings and setup sheets. • Verify fixture orientation, datum alignment, clamping methods, and torque requirements. • Label fixtures with identification numbers, revision levels, and usage status. • Prepare tooling and fixture kits for NPI, FA, trial runs, and production activities. 4. Tool Maintenance, Documentation & Housekeeping • Inspect, maintain, and manage tooling, fixtures, and tool crib equipment. • Monitor tool condition and coordinate repair, regrinding, or replacement. • Maintain accurate tooling records and documentation. • Ensure compliance with SOPs, 5S, and safety requirements. 5.Production & Engineering Support • Support production and CNC teams in resolving tooling and machining issues. • Trouble shoot tooling, setup, and process-related problems. • Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions. • Collaborate with Engineering teams on tooling optimization and process improvements. • Support NPI, machining trials, and First Article activities. 6.Equipment & Machining Support • Support machining activities involving DMU, YOUJI, Kitamura, Mazak, and other CNC machining centers. • Ensure tooling and machining activities are performed according to established quality and production requirements. 7. Team Leadership & Training • Supervise daily tool crib operations and tooling preparation activities. • Assign and monitor work to support production schedules. • Train and assess team competency, including equipment certification. • Promote safety, compliance, and continuous improvement. • Perform other duties as assigned by management. Requirements • Diploma, Higher Nitec, or Nitec in Mechanical, Precision, Manufacturing Engineering, or related fields. • Minimum 2 years of CNC machining and tooling experience. • Able to read engineering drawings and machining tolerances. • Knowledge of cutting tools, tool life management, and CNC controls is an advantage. • Experience operating or supporting multi-axis CNC machining centers is preferred. • Strong problem-solving, good teamwork and communication skills, with the ability to work closely with Production and Engineering teams. • Willing to work overtime or shifts when required. • Willing to work in the East Region, Changi North Crescent.