Tool Crib Engineer

Ichor Systems, Inc.; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Ichor Systems, Inc. in Malaysia seeks a Tool Crib Engineer to manage tooling inventory and optimize tooling solutions for production lines. You will balance engineering design, procurement, and cost control while providing technical troubleshooting on tooling issues.

The role requires strong leadership, extensive CNC and fixture experience, and proficiency with CAD/CAM tools. You will collaborate with purchasing, quality, and manufacturing teams to support NPI and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or tooling engineering.

Responsibilities

• Inventory Management: Track, stock, and issue tooling and consumables using Crib Management Software. Establish minimum/maximum stock levels to prevent shortages.
• Tooling Optimization & Design: Analyse existing tools, implement standardized cutter lists, and design custom tooling solutions to support manufacturing processes.
• Quality Assurance: Inspect returned tools for wear or damage using presetting equipment (e.g., ZOLLER). Decide if tooling should be reground, refurbished, or scrapped.
• Vendor & Budget Management: Collaborate with purchasing departments to source new tooling. Negotiate prices, manage repair warranties, and track tooling expenses.
• Troubleshooting: Support the production floor by performing root-cause analysis on tooling failures and process bottlenecks
• NPI : Will be responsible to support on NPI including audit & preparation across the manufacturing.

Skills

CNC machining

Welding & fixtures

Jig & fixture design

TIG/MIG welding

CAD/CAM tools

GD&T

Root cause analysis

Leadership

Communication

Machining processes

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Tooling engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

NX

Mastercam

AutoCAD

Job description

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Job Description

A Tool Crib Engineer manages and optimizes a manufacturing facility's tooling inventory. They ensure production lines have the right equipment to minimize downtime while controlling costs. This hybrid engineering-logistics role balances tool design, procurement, inventory control, and technical troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

A Tool Crib Engineer manages and optimizes a manufacturing facility's tooling inventory. They ensure production lines have the right equipment to minimize downtime while controlling costs. This hybrid engineering-logistics role balances tool design, procurement, inventory control, and technical troubleshooting.

Core Responsibilities

• Inventory Management: Track, stock, and issue tooling and consumables using Crib Management Software. Establish minimum/maximum stock levels to prevent shortages.
• Tooling Optimization & Design: Analyse existing tools, implement standardized cutter lists, and design custom tooling solutions to support manufacturing processes.
• Quality Assurance: Inspect returned tools for wear or damage using presetting equipment (e.g., ZOLLER). Decide if tooling should be reground, refurbished, or scrapped.
• Vendor & Budget Management: Collaborate with purchasing departments to source new tooling. Negotiate prices, manage repair warranties, and track tooling expenses.
• Troubleshooting: Support the production floor by performing root-cause analysis on tooling failures and process bottlenecks
• NPI : Will be responsible to support on NPI including audit & preparation across the manufacturing.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Tooling/Die Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 7–10 years of experience in tooling development, machining, or precision engineering.
• At least 3–5 years in a leadership or managerial role.
• Strong background in: CNC machining (3-axis, 4-axis, 5-axis), Precision weldment, Jig and fixture design, (TIG/MIG/Orbital welding), Semiconductor or high-precision manufacturing environment (advantage)
• Proficiency in CAD/CAM tools (SolidWorks, NX, Mastercam, AutoCAD).
• Strong understanding of machining processes, cutting tools, materials, GD&T, and tolerancing.
• Knowledge of welding fixtures, weld distortion control, heat treatment, and metrology.
• Experience with FAI, PPAP, SPC, and capability studies.
• Familiarity with root cause analysis (5Why, Fishbone, DMAIC).
• Strong leadership and communication skills, effective problem-solving and decision-making, detail-oriented and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.