CNC Tooling Technician - Inventory & Process Improvement

AFL; Duncan (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

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Job summary

AFL in Duncan, SC is seeking a Tooling Technician to manage cutting tool inventory for a large-scale CNC shop, supporting the Manufacturing Engineering Team with tooling control and continuous improvement initiatives.

You will collaborate with engineers and programmers, standardize tooling practices, and provide technical support during new job setups, focusing on reducing downtime and waste. This role offers growth within AFL's industry-leading operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification or associate degree preferred.
• Minimum 2 years experience in CNC machining or tooling management.
• Proficiency with tooling inventory systems and basic computer applications (Excel, ERP/MRP).
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate inventory of cutting tools, holders, inserts, and related components.
• Monitor tool usage and life to ensure availability and minimize downtime.
• Implement and maintain tool crib systems and vending solutions.
• Collaborate with engineers, programmers, and process technicians to specify correct tooling for each application.
• Source and procure tooling from approved vendors, ensuring cost-effectiveness and quality.
• Maintain documentation for tooling specifications and usage history.
• Lead tooling-related improvement initiatives to enhance machining performance and reduce waste.
• Support root cause analysis for tooling-related issues and implement corrective actions.
• Standardize tooling across similar operations to improve consistency and reduce variability.
• Act as a liaison between the shop floor and engineering team for tooling-related matters.
• Provide technical support during new job setups and process development.
• Develop comprehensive tooling training programs that align tooling selection, setup, and application with various CNC machining processes.
• Track tooling performance metrics and generate reports for engineering and management review.
• Use data to identify trends, forecast needs, and support continuous improvement.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Problem solving

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical certification or associate degree preferred

Tools

Tooling inventory systems

Excel

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

AFL in Duncan, SC is seeking a Tooling Technician to manage cutting tool inventory for a large-scale CNC shop, supporting the Manufacturing Engineering Team with tooling control and continuous improvement initiatives.

You will collaborate with engineers and programmers, standardize tooling practices, and provide technical support during new job setups, focusing on reducing downtime and waste. This role offers growth within AFL's industry-leading operations.