6 Tooling Management Jobs

We are looking for a seasoned Machine Shop Manager to spearhead our machining operations at Rapsri Engineering Products Company (REPCO). In this pivotal role, you will oversee a team of 100 operators and manage a diverse array of CNC turning machines and VMCs, ensuring the efficient machining of copper, brass, and bronze castings and forgings. Your primary focus will be to elevate our machining technology through the introduction of hydraulic fixturing, auto gauging systems, and robotic pick-and-place solutions. You will drive productivity improvements by implementing bottleneck analysis, single-piece flow methodologies, and CNC program optimization. A key aspect of your role will be reducing machining defects through the implementation of statistical quality control and operator self-inspection programs. You will champion flexible and lean manufacturing principles, facilitating frequent layout changes and optimizing workflows. The ideal candidate will be a dynamic leader with a proven track record in high-mix, medium-volume production environments, capable of driving significant enhancements in efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness. Responsibilities: Operational Leadership and Management Lead and manage a team of 100 operators within the machine shop, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and high performance. Oversee daily operations, ensuring efficient workflow, optimal resource utilization, and adherence to production schedules. Develop and implement strategies to improve overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) and reduce downtime. Manage the machine shop budget, monitoring expenses, and identifying cost-saving opportunities. Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies within the machine shop environment. Conduct regular performance reviews and provide coaching and development opportunities for team members. Technology Enhancement and Automation Spearhead the introduction of advanced machining technologies, including hydraulic fixturing, auto gauging systems, and low-cost automation solutions. Evaluate and implement robotic pick-and-place systems to improve efficiency and reduce manual handling. Collaborate with engineering and maintenance teams to optimize CNC programs and tooling for enhanced performance. Identify and implement opportunities for automation to reduce manpower requirements and improve throughput. Research and recommend new equipment and technologies to improve machining capabilities and efficiency. Oversee the integration of CAD/CAM software to streamline the design and manufacturing process. Process Improvement and Defect Reduction Implement lean manufacturing principles, including bottleneck analysis, single-piece flow, and SMED methodology, to optimize production processes. Introduce statistical quality control (SQC) and operator self-inspection programs to minimize machining defects. Conduct root cause analysis of defects and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence. Optimize machining cycle times through CNC program optimization and combination cutting tools. Develop and maintain process documentation to ensure consistency and adherence to quality standards. Implement a preventive maintenance program to ensure the reliability and longevity of machining equipment. Quality Control and Assurance Establish and maintain quality control standards for all machining operations, ensuring adherence to customer specifications and industry best practices. Implement and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track quality performance and identify areas for improvement. Oversee the calibration and maintenance of measuring equipment to ensure accuracy and reliability. Conduct regular audits of machining processes to identify and address potential quality issues. Collaborate with the quality assurance team to resolve customer complaints and implement corrective actions. Ensure compliance with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) standards in all machining operations. Cross-Functional Collaboration and Stakeholder Management Collaborate with engineering, procurement, and sales teams to ensure alignment of production plans with customer demand. Work closely with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of high-quality materials and tooling. Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the organization to provide updates on machine shop performance and initiatives. Participate in cross-functional teams to address process improvement opportunities and resolve technical issues. Liaise with external vendors and consultants to evaluate and implement new technologies and best practices. Negotiate contracts with suppliers and service providers to ensure cost-effectiveness and quality. General Expectations and Past Experiences: Possess 15-20 years of progressive experience in machine shop management, with a strong focus on CNC machining of copper, brass, and bronze. Demonstrated expertise in lean manufacturing implementation, including bottleneck analysis, SMED, and single-piece flow methodologies. Proven ability to lead and motivate a large team of operators in a high-mix, medium-volume production environment. Strong technical skills in CNC programming, tooling management, and fixture design. Experience in implementing automation technologies, including robotic pick-and-place systems and auto gauging systems. Proficiency in CAD/CAM software and statistical quality control techniques. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

As an Assistant Manager - Product Development, your primary responsibility will be to lead the end-to-end New Product Development (NPD) process, manage tooling operations, and drive strategic projects. You will play a crucial role in product costing, budget management, and innovation while ensuring compliance with industry standards and fostering team collaboration. Your key responsibilities will include: New Product Development (NPD): - Lead and oversee the NPD team in conceptualizing, designing, and developing exhaust system products. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful product launches following the Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) procedure. - Cultivate a culture of continuous improvement and efficiency within the design and development teams. - Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and customer requirements. Tooling Development / Tool Room Management: - Manage tool room operations to maintain necessary tools and equipment for manufacturing processes. - Collaborate with engineering teams to optimize tooling designs for efficiency and cost-effectiveness. - Implement best practices for tooling and equipment management to enhance production output. Costing: - Prepare detailed quotes for customer submissions. - Estimate manufacturing costs for exhaust systems considering factors like material costs, labor hours, machine usage, and overhead expenses. - Conduct variance analysis to monitor and analyze cost discrepancies during production and identify cost-saving opportunities. - Develop cost reduction initiatives through process improvements, supplier negotiations, and value engineering. - Provide cost analysis insights to support pricing decisions and evaluate competitive pricing strategies. Budget Management: - Develop and manage budgets for NPD, strategic projects, tool room, and design & development departments. - Monitor expenses to ensure cost-effectiveness in project execution. Strategic Projects: - Drive strategic initiatives aligned with the company's business goals. - Engage with customers for new emission-related developments and prototype support. Team Leadership: - Provide leadership and guidance to the NPD, Design & Tool Room team. - Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. - Conduct performance evaluations and mentor team members for professional development. Qualifications: - Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (DME) or Bachelor's in Mechanical/Production Engineering (BE). - Preferred candidates with experience in the forging industry.,

Performs skilled activities which support manufacturing business needs. Selects and uses appropriate tools, machinery, and specialty equipment. Learns and understands the protocols of working safely with electricity and other energy sources with industrial equipment. May work independently and instruct or coach others. Key Responsibilities: Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE): Stop work and immediately report any major injury hazards. Report any work-related injury, illness, incident, or hazard. Comply with HSE standards, policies, procedures, and regulations. Use appropriate personal protective equipment. Promote interdependence by looking out for one another. Correct hazards within your control and capabilities. Recognize how your work may impact the environment and work to minimize the negative impact. Engage in HSE Training. Quality: Apply high standards of workmanship and craftsmanship. Support equipment uptime and downtime failure analysis. Perform work in accordance with diagrams, sketches, operation manuals, and specifications using various tools, measuring, and testing instruments. Provide feedback into the Preventive Maintenance system. Follow all process documentation and quality procedures. Raise issues to minimize cost and quality exposures. Perform quality inspections. Delivery: Fully proficient performing skilled activities expected by their roles in accordance with defined roles and responsibilities. Instruct and coach others and act as an informal resource for team members with less capability. Perform and document preventive, emergency, corrective, and predictive maintenance activities. Maintain clean and orderly work area, including routine housekeeping and machine cleaning tasks. Perform other miscellaneous duties as required to meet production goals. Work with peers and support staff to identify and reduce manufacturing constraints, solve problems, and improve processes. Participate in continuous improvement activities. Teamwork: Communicate effectively with the assigned team and all support teams. Complete training and personal development in line with business requirements. Participate actively with local Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) teams to improve quality, safety, process, material flow, and employee development. External Qualifications and Competencies Qualifications: Education, Licenses, Certifications: High school diploma or certificate of completion of secondary education or equivalent experience to the extent such experience meets applicable regulations. This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations. Competencies: Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. Communicates effectively: Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. Customer focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions. Decision quality: Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. Demonstrates self-awareness: Using a combination of feedback and reflection to gain productive insight into personal strengths and weaknesses. Drives results: Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances. Ensures accountability: Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments. Manages complexity: Making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems. Nimble learning: Actively learning through experimentation when tackling new problems, using both successes and failures as learning fodder. Health and Safety Fundamentals: Champions and models proactive health and safety behaviors by identifying, reporting, and participating in actions to improve health and safety to build an interdependent culture and contribute to an injury-free workplace. Controls Safety: Recognizes controls-related hazards in a manufacturing environment (Electrical, Hydraulic, Pneumatic) to incorporate safe practices and procedures as part of the daily work plan to reduce injuries and create a safe machine environment. Manufacturing Knowledge: Demonstrates the knowledge of manufacturing by correctly implementing changes in current processes, equipment, and applications to meet the function's needs and contribute towards continuous improvement. Values differences: Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization. Additional Responsibilities Unique to this Position Experience: Requires significant relevant work experience or specialized skills obtained through education, training, or on-the-job experience. Knowledge/Skills: Good knowledge of Precision Grinding (OD and ID Grinding) and Machining processes. Awareness of CNC Programming (Fanuc and Siemens). Capability analysis, problem-solving approach, and continuous improvement methodology. Preferred experience in Unconventional Machining processes such as Electrical Discharge Machining and Abrasive Flow Machining. Knowledge of Tooling management (Procurement, Spare management, Localization, etc.). Willingness to work in all three shifts based on production plan. Good understanding of Work Instructions and other process planning documentation.

* Responsible for shift operation & should handle resource management * Responsible for line technical availability, quality, 5s & safety * Co-ordination with CFT for day to day activities * Adaption of systematic problem solving methods like why-why, Ishikawa * Drive team towards permanent measures for the line / equipment issues * Finding training needs for the team and planning the same * Planning shift schedules for the team and manpower planning * Deriving of corrective & preventive actions for machine breakdown through appropriate quality tools * Implementation of TPM, MTTR, MTBF * Should effectively manage tooling management * Communication to suppliers on open points, breakdowns & its closure * Documentation of breakdown & preventive maintenance Qualifications B.E in Mechatronics / E&E / Electronics

About the team: ZF's Commercial Vehicle Solutions (CVS) division helps shaping the future of commercial transportation ecosystems. Our mission is to be the preferred global technology partner for the commercial vehicle industry. What you can look forward to as Assistant Manager/Senior Engineer: Manage (Lead) operators in the line operation by workstations. Manage the hourly count performance & cell performance board Ensure adherence to standard work, SHE standards , 5 S standards, Change over standards, tooling management Train, coach and assess line operators. Exposure to managing Damper/shock absorber production would be added advantage. Engage operations for Employees suggestions in S/Q/C/P etc. Update and monitor the line-side operation dashboard every 60 min. Transfer the relevant information in the shift change-over and at SFM L3? Trigger request for quick response (Andon/QR6S/A3) in case of operation deviation, e.g. down time, quality rejects from standard etc. Initiating & executing Kaizens. Basic awareness of Process & Production documents like (PFD,CP,PFMEA). Basic awareness of problem solving tools Awareness and participation in regional customer new model readiness (APQP) audits. Reduction in internal & customer PPM. Basic awareness of IATF, VDA, OHSAS and ISO 14001 management systems Your Profile as Assistant Manager/Senior Engineer: Diploma in Mechanical Engineering with 5-7 yrs 0r B.E Mechanical in Mechanical /Automobile with 3 4 years of experience in similar function in Automotive industry/Auto ancillaries. Manage (Lead) operators in the line operation by workstations. Manage the hourly count performance & cell performance board Ensure adherence to standard work, SHE standards , 5 S standards, Change over standards, tooling management Train, coach and assess line operators. Exposure to managing Damper/shock absorber production would be added advantage. Engage operations for Employees suggestions in S/Q/C/P etc. Update and monitor the line-side operation dashboard every 60 min. Transfer the Trigger request for quick response (Andon/QR6S/A3) in case of operation deviation, e.g. down time, quality rejects from standard etc.

Responsibilities: Process Optimization: Develop and implement efficient manufacturing processes for machining and tooling operations. Analyze production data to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions. Optimize machine setups, tooling, and cutting parameters to maximize productivity and minimize downtime. Tooling Management: Design and select appropriate tooling for machining operations. Manage tool inventory and ensure availability of necessary tools. Implement tool maintenance and sharpening programs. Oversee tool room operations. Machine Shop Operations: Plan and schedule production activities to meet production targets. Troubleshoot machine breakdowns and implement preventive maintenance programs. Ensure adherence to quality control procedures and standards. Program CNC machines.