Provide Manufacturing Engineering capability to operational and development Programs to enable and deliver zero defect projects utilizing engineering and problem solving skills. Accountable for delivering robust, capable manufacturing process technology as it applies to materials, tooling, part fabrication and assembly.

Highly organised and technically proficient Cutter Lifecycle Manager to oversee the end-to-end management of cutter assemblies. This role is critical to ensuring optimal tool performance, cost efficiency, and quality standards across machining operations. The ideal candidate will have experience in tooling systems, CAD/CAM software, and continuous improvement methodologies.

    Key Responsibilities

• Cutter Assembly Lifecycle Management
  • Define and validate cutting parameters for new and existing cutter assemblies.
  • Create and maintain tool drawings using Catia V5 and simulation models in Vericut.
  • Program and maintain Zoller tool pre-setting systems to ensure accurate tool setup.
  • Coordinate cutter procurement, assembly, and deployment to meet production schedules.
  • Monitor tool wear and performance, implementing adjustments to maximize tool life and reliability.

• Continuous Improvement & Cost Optimization
  • Analyse cutter usage data, tool life trends, and associated costs to identify improvement opportunities.
  • Introduce alternative tooling solutions to enhance machining quality and reduce operational costs.
  • Investigate and resolve tooling-related quality issues, including tool breakages and measurement discrepancies.
  • Drive corrective actions for on-machine tool measurement system faults and inefficiencies.

• Zoller System Oversight
  • Manage the creation, maintenance, and optimization of Zoller programs and tool databases.
  • Ensure system integrity through regular backups and recovery readiness protocols.

• Tooling Inventory & Supplier Management
  • Collaborate with suppliers (e.g., Seco) to maintain optimal cutter stock levels and availability.
  • Identify low-usage or obsolete tooling for phase-out and removal from vending systems.

Streamline tooling inventory to support lean manufacturing and reduce waste.