Tooling Technician (1 Year Renewable Contract)

Purpose: Responsible for ensuring accurate and efficient cutting tool setup, maintenance, and inventory management to support production schedules and minimize downtime. He/She ensures maximizing tool life, reducing procurement costs, and ensuring overall production efficiency.

Key Area of Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, and verify cutting tool components against delivery documents, checking for damage or defects.
• Set up and prepare cutting tool assemblies according to TDM (Tool Data Management) software specifications to meet production schedules and plans.
• Measure cutting tools using presetter (Eg. Zoller) to ensure accuracy and precision.
• Maintain and calibrate tooling equipment to ensure optimal performance, accuracy, and longevity, thereby maximizing tool life.
• Maintain accurate tool inventory records in Tool Data Management Software to ensure real-time visibility of tool availability.
• Maintain cutting tool inventory, ensuring accurate tracking and management of tooling assets.
• Collaborate with production team to ensure efficient tooling setup and minimize downtime.
• Update cutting tool movement and location data, clean and label dismantled tool components to support reuse and reduce procurement costs.

Requirements

Nitec in engineering (Mechanical, Mechatronics, Electrical, Precision or Industrial Engineering).

At least 3 years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment.

Experience in tooling setup, measurement, and inventory management.

Familiarity with machining processes.

Familiarity with TDM software and Zoller presetters.

Knowledge of safety protocols and regulations.

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks effectively

Strong attention to detail.

Continuous learning mindset and adaptability to new technologies and processes.

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VDL ETG Singapore is a supplier of system integrations of mechatronic (sub)systems and modules for 'Original Equipment Manufacturing' (OEM) companies. These companies are leaders in manufacturing technically sophisticated equipment. One of the key markets in which VDL ETG Singapore operates is the semiconductor industry, where it specialises in Wafer Fab Equipment.

Our value proposition as a system supplier consists of providing total lifecycle management: from (co-)design to cost analysis, repair & refurbishment, R&D support, prototyping, first runs, volume manufacturing. We can do this because we have in-house facilities for machining, high-speed milling, precision grinding, mechanical and electrical (cleanroom) assembly, testing, product certification and on-site installation.

We are a diverse, multicultural team working towards the same goal: meeting the demands of our customers and partners. Our location in Singapore makes us a strategic partner for many of our customers and allows us to offer our clients competitive services and values. The company has been evolving with its employees for more than 50 years. This enables us to meet the ever-changing world we live in. The team works together to stay relevant and ahead of change. The company also makes a difference to all stakeholders, including the local community, by giving back to society. We combine Dutch and modern Asian cultures, making the most of both worlds. Our strength lies in our diversity of people, customers and cultures.