What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tooling - Tooling Engineer II position at nifco?
Job Summary: Manage and develop mass production tooling for new model launch activity.
Essential Functions:
Coordinate New Tooling to domestic and LCC vendors
Review new tool designs from vendors to ensure conformance to Tooling Standards and production needs that will allow for a successful molding life of customer production and service.
Trouble shoot mold, molding, and assembly problems.
Complete maturation of new tooling using systems, skills, and tooling methods to meet customer demand for timing, budget, and production facility needs
Order spare parts as needed to aid in repairs and improvements of molds
Estimate tooling costs for repairs and design changes and new tooling
Assist and advise with quality issues concerning tooling and initiate work orders for changes.
Complete all necessary documentation for Nifco and customer requirements for tooling
Analyze lab data to determine compliance with specifications and determine methods to correct in the mold if needed.
Coordinate ECO’s, repairs, tunings using In-House tool shop and approved vendor base.
Data entry in Tooling Database and Oracle for new tooling specification and work orders
Perform and improve all daily duties that will adhere to department KPI’s
Investigate and implement production and/or tooling improvements (Kaizen)
Assist tool room personnel when hands on situations exist.
Attend all new mold and sampling tryouts.
Interact with other manufacturing, quality, tooling, project engineering and design department on a constant basis.
Represent the department by behaving in a positive manner that will enhance the success of the Company.
Other tasks as assigned.
Preferred Education:
Degree in engineering or related field preferred or 5-8 years of experience in a tooling background.
Preferred Skills/Experience:
2 years minimum experience in tooling or related field preferred or 8 years of experience in a tooling background.
Must demonstrate ability to prioritize, meet stringent deadlines and project management skills.
Excellent communication skills with vendors, customers, staff and other Nifco associates.
Ability to construct and interpret charts, graphs and 2D/3D designs.
Must be analytical (algebra, calculation of averages, etc.) and make sound decisions pertaining to job functions with engineering principles and tight budgets in mind.
Must be cooperative and work well in team environment.
Must be able to travel overnight by auto and air.
Salary : $70,000 - $90,000
