Tool Maker / Up to $4000 + Shift Allowance + Bonus

RECRUIT NOW SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Serangoon Garden Circus; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading precision engineering company in Singapore is inviting qualified candidates for the Toolmaker position. This role involves the manufacturing and assembly of complex stamping tools, maintenance of tools, and collaboration in tool design. Candidates should possess a technical certificate in Tool & Die Making and at least 2 years of relevant experience. The company offers a 4-day work week and competitive compensation package.

Benefits

Up till $4,000 + Shift Allowance + Bonus

Company Transport Provided

4 days work week only

Qualifications

• Technical Certificate or Diploma in Tool & Die Making, Precision Engineering, or equivalent.
• Experience in progressive stamping tools.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in tool making with a focus on progressive, compound, and 3D stamping tools.
• Ability to read and interpret 3D CAD drawings and 2D tool design prints.
• Experience with tight tolerance parts and forming on challenging materials.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture and assemble complex 3D stamping tools using precision machining.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on 3D stamping dies.
• Work closely with the Tool & Die Design and Production Engineering teams.
• Conduct tool try-outs and tuning to achieve first-pass yield.
• Verify tools against technical drawings and maintain detailed records.
• Identify and propose improvements in tooling performance.

Job description

• Up till $4,000 + Shift Allowance + Bonus
• Company Transport Provided
• 4 days work week only

Our Client, a firmly established leader in the precision engineering industry, serving international manufacturers, is inviting qualified candidates to fill the position as Toolmaker.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Tool Fabrication & Assembly — Manufacture and assemble complex 3D stamping tools using precision machining and hand-fitting techniques. Ensure dies meet design and functional requirements (e.g., part form accuracy, surface finish, and dimensional tolerances).
• Tool Maintenance — Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on 3D stamping dies. Troubleshoot and repair worn or damaged tools to restore optimal function.
• Tool Design Collaboration — Work closely with the Tool & Die Design and Production Engineering teams during the tool development process. Provide feedback to improve tool design for manufacturability and maintainability.
• Trial & Tuning — Conduct tool try-outs and tuning to achieve first-pass yield and part quality. Optimize press parameters for new and existing tools.
• Quality & Documentation — Verify tools against technical drawings, 3D models, and part inspection results. Maintain detailed tool history and maintenance records.
• Support Continuous Improvement — Identify and propose improvements in tooling performance, process stability, and cycle time.

REQUIREMENTS

• Technical Certificate or Diploma in Tool & Die Making, Precision Engineering, or equivalent.
• Experience in progressive stamping tools
• Minimum 2 years of experience in tool making with a focus on progressive, compound, and 3D stamping tools.
• Ability to read and interpret 3D CAD drawings and 2D tool design prints.
• Experience with tight tolerance parts and forming on challenging materials (e.g., stainless steel, copper alloys).

OTHER INFORMATION

• Location : Jurong West
• Working Days/Hours : 4 days (Monday to Thursday)

Please indicate the below information in your resume:

• Current & Expected salary
• Reason(s) for leaving
• Availability to commence work

We regret only shortlisted candidates will be notified. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.