Responsibilities:
1. Tool Development and Management:
-Lead the design and development of manufacturing tools (e.g., molds, dies, jigs, and fixtures at supplier site) in collaboration with engineering，R&D teams and suppliers
-Manage the tool development process from concept through design, testing, validation, and deployment.
-Ensure that all tools are produced to meet quality, durability, and performance requirements while optimizing for cost and efficiency.
-Oversee tool maintenance schedules to avoid production downtime.
2. Parts Industrialization:
-Drive the industrialization process of new parts and components, ensuring they are designed for manufacturability and mass production.
-Implement continuous improvement initiatives to optimize production processes , cycle time, and cost
3. Supplier and Vendor Management:
-Identify, qualify, and manage relationships with tooling suppliers and manufacturers in China.
-Collaborate with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery, quality, and cost control of tools and parts within budget
-Conduct supplier audits and evaluations to maintain high standards of performance.
4. Quality and Compliance:
-Ensure all tools and parts comply with Socomec's quality standards, local regulations, and safety requirements.
-Implement quality control processes to monitor and improve the performance of tools and parts.
Qualifications:
-Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
-Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in tooling development and parts industrialization, preferably in the electrical or electronics manufacturing industry.
-Strong knowledge of tool design, materials, manufacturing processes (injection molding, stamping, CNC machining), and production techniques.
-Experience working with suppliers and manufacturers in China.
-Proven project management experience with the ability to lead cross-functional teams.
-Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.