Toolroom Engineer - Die Maintenance

About Tata AutoComp Systems Ltd.

Tata AutoComp Systems Ltd. (TACO), founded in October 1995 by the Tata Group, actively contributes to the advancement of the Indian automotive component sector. With 24 manufacturing plants, 5 engineering centers, and three export-oriented facilities, the company has established strong collaborations with original equipment manufacturers like DaimlerChrysler, Fiat, Ford, General Motors, Honda, Hyundai, Mahindra and Mahindra, Piaggio, Tata Motors, Toyota, and Volvo.

Role and Responsibilities

• Possess in-depth knowledge of sheet metal press tools.
• Carry out routine preventive and corrective upkeep of press tools and dies.
• Effectively manage real-time tool breakdowns to reduce production downtime.
• Troubleshoot and implement improvements for press tools and dies.
• Oversee tool trial runs and handle HLTO processes.
• Perform activities related to press tool cutting, spotting for both cutting and non-cutting tools, and maintain proper tool alignment.
• Conduct online draw part validations.
• Maintain comprehensive tool documentation including preventive maintenance history cards, Mean Time To Repair (MTTR), and Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) records.
• Apply expertise in tool drawing and design to enhance tooling processes.
• Utilize conventional machine operations such as drilling, lathe work, surface grinding, and milling for maintenance tasks.
• Employ arc welding techniques to support tool maintenance and repairs.

Eligibility Criteria

• Educational Qualification: Diploma or Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical, Production, Plastics, or Polymer Engineering.
• Professional Experience: Minimum of 2.5 years in automotive toolroom or die maintenance environment.
• Technical Skills: Profound understanding of press tools and die maintenance workflows as well as molding parameters and auto industry quality systems.
• Soft Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities coupled with effective coordination skills to work with shop floor teams and minimize operational downtime.