Tool Crib Engineer

Ascentec Engineering Sdn Bhd; Batu Kawan; On-site; MYR 67,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascentec Engineering Sdn Bhd in Batu Kawan, Penang, seeks a Tooling Engineer to drive tooling planning, management, and shop floor compliance. You will define tooling strategies before CAM, create and maintain tool assemblies in TMS, and support machinists and supervisors with correct tooling usage.

The role requires a Diploma or Bachelor’s in Mechanical or Manufacturing with at least five years in cutting tools engineering, a strong grasp of tooling systems (Zoller/TMS/Powershrink), and a

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in cutting tools engineering & management.
• Strong knowledge of cutting tools, inserts, tool holders, shrink-fit systems, and work-holding principles.
• Hands-on experience with Zoller tool pre-setter, Zoller Tool Management Systems (TMS), Powershrink Fit Machine and tool inventory systems.
• Solid understanding of CNC machining processes and shop floor operations.
• Strong attention to detail, discipline, and accountability mindset.

Responsibilities

• Propose tooling strategies for CAM programs considering material, machine, cycle time, life, and cost.
• Create, release, and maintain tool data in the Tool Management System (TMS).
• Measure and verify tool assemblies with Zoller pre-setter per TMS specs.
• Audit tooling setups and enforce compliance with approved TMS assemblies.
• Manage cutting tool inventory and ensure ATS stock reflects physical stock.
• Drive tooling standardization, cost reduction, and support NPI and first-article builds.

Skills

Cutting tools

CNC machining

Tool inventory management

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing

Tools

Zoller tool pre-setter

Zoller TMS

Powershrink

Tool inventory systems

Job description

Job Description :

1) Tooling Planning & Engineering

• Propose the best cutting tools and tooling strategies prior to CAM program creation, considering material, machine capability, cycle time, tool life, and cost.
• Support CAM teams by providing approved tooling concepts, tool assemblies, and cutting recommendations.

2) Tool Management System (TMS)

• Create, release, and maintain tool assemblies, tool lists,and tooling data in the Tool Management System (TMS).
• Ensure all tooling data in TMS is accurate, standardized, and released before machining starts.

3) Tool Presetting & Assembly

• Use Zoller tool pre-setter to measure and verify tool assemblies according to TMS specifications.
• Use shrink-fit machine to assemble the tools.

4) Shop Floor Tooling Compliance

• Ensure all tooling used on the shop floor strictly follows the approved TMS assemblies with zero deviation.
• Audit tooling setups, investigate non-compliance, and implement corrective actions.
• Support tool crib & machinist/supervisor on correct tooling usage and setup.

5) Tool Inventory & ATS Control

• Manage cutting tool and insert inventory using the Ascentec Tooling System (ATS).
• Ensure ATS stock records accurately reflect actual physical stock in the tool cabinets.
• Perform regular stock audits and reconciliation between ATS and physical inventory.
• Ensure correct tool/item master data in ATS, including item codes, quantities, locations, and minimum stock levels.
• Monitor ATS triggers and coordinate with purchasing to ensure timely replenishment of depleted stock.

6) Continuous Improvement & Support

• Drive tooling standardization, cost reduction, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Work with tooling suppliers to evaluate new tools, inserts, and technologies.
• Support NPI, program proving, and first-article builds by ensuring tooling readiness and availability.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in cutting tools engineering & management.
• Strong knowledge of cutting tools, inserts, tool holders, shrink-fit systems, and work-holding principles.
• Hands-on experience with Zoller tool pre-setter, ZollerTool Management Systems (TMS), Powershrink Fit Machine and tool inventory systems.
• Solid understanding of CNC machining processes and shop floor operations.
• Strong attention to detail, discipline, and accountability mindset.

Engineering & Project Management Services 101-1,000 employees

Ascentec Engineering Malaysia is a world class CNC manufacturing facility serving both international and domestic markets. Similar to our headquarters in Tualatin, Oregon, Ascentec Malaysia has both PCBA Tooling and Precision Machining divisions.

Together, the two divisions combine to provide a stable, comprehensive, customer focused organization providing the highest quality parts, products, and services to several demanding industries. We strive to solve the most complex manufacturing problems for our customers which allows them to focus on their business. Located in Batu Kawan Industrial Park, Penang, we are strategically located in one of the key manufacturing hubs in Malaysia.

Ascentec Engineering Malaysia is a world class CNC manufacturing facility serving both international and domestic markets. Similar to our headquarters in Tualatin, Oregon, Ascentec Malaysia has both PCBA Tooling and Precision Machining divisions.

Together, the two divisions combine to provide a stable, comprehensive, customer focused organization providing the highest quality parts, products, and services to several demanding industries. We strive to solve the most complex manufacturing problems for our customers which allows them to focus on their business. Located in Batu Kawan Industrial Park, Penang, we are strategically located in one of the key manufacturing hubs in Malaysia.