Job Description

 A. Fabrication Planning and Scheduling

1. Plan and coordinate daily and weekly fabrication activities based on work orders, production priorities, tooling requirements and delivery schedules.
2. Review technical drawings, specifications and fabrication requirements to determine the appropriate machining processes, resources and estimated completion time.
3. Establish work priorities and allocate jobs according to machine capacity, manpower availability, material readiness and operational urgency.
4. Monitor work-in-progress (WIP), job completion status and delivery performance to ensure fabrication activities meet the required schedule.
5. Identify potential bottlenecks and implement corrective actions to minimize delays and improve workflow.
6. Coordinate with relevant departments to ensure smooth execution of fabrication activities and timely availability of required components.

B. Process Supervision and Technical Coordination

1. Supervise and coordinate fabrication operations involving Wire EDM, EDM, Finecut, Profile Grinder, Manual Milling and other relevant precision machining processes.
2. Ensure fabrication activities are carried out according to approved technical drawings, work instructions, process specifications and quality standards.
3. Provide technical guidance to technicians and operators on machining methods, process parameters, tooling requirements and fabrication problems.
4. Review fabrication methods and process sequences to ensure efficient and consistent production of precision components.
5. Monitor machine loading, process capability and resource utilization to maximize operational efficiency.
6. Ensure operators and technicians comply with established procedures, quality requirements and safety practices.
7. Coordinate with maintenance personnel and equipment suppliers to resolve machine-related issues affecting fabrication operations.

C. Process Improvement and Productivity Enhancement

1. Identify opportunities to improve fabrication processes, machining methods, workflow and overall operational efficiency.
2. Lead continuous improvement initiatives to reduce machining time, setup time, material wastage, rework and operating costs.
3. Analyze fabrication performance data to identify recurring issues, process inefficiencies and opportunities for improvement.
4. Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions for recurring process and quality problems.
5. Evaluate and standardize improved fabrication methods, work procedures and process parameters where applicable.
6. Monitor the effectiveness of implemented improvements and report measurable results to management.
7. Support the introduction of new machining technologies, equipment, tooling and process methods to improve fabrication capability.

D. Quality Control and Process Compliance

1. Ensure fabricated components meet specified dimensional tolerances, geometric requirements and technical drawing specifications.
2. Establish and monitor appropriate in-process inspection and verification requirements in coordination with the Quality Department.
3. Review non-conforming components, rework cases and quality issues to identify process-related causes and prevent recurrence.
4. Ensure fabrication processes comply with approved procedures, quality management system requirements and applicable internal standards.
5. Maintain and review fabrication records, inspection results, process documentation and improvement reports.
6. Work closely with Quality, Tooling, Production and other relevant departments to resolve quality issues and improve component reliability.

E. Machine Capacity and Resource Management

1. Monitor machine utilization, capacity, downtime and workload distribution to support effective fabrication planning.
2. Identify capacity constraints and recommend improvements in machine allocation, manpower deployment and process scheduling.
3. Coordinate preventive maintenance activities with the Maintenance Department to minimize unplanned downtime and disruption to fabrication schedules.
4. Monitor the availability and usage of raw materials, cutting tools, electrodes, grinding wheels, wire and other fabrication consumables.
5. Evaluate resource requirements and recommend equipment, tooling or process investments where necessary.
6. Support cost-control initiatives through improved material utilization, reduced rework and optimized machining processes.

F. Documentation, Training and Competency Development

1. Ensure fabrication schedules, work orders, process records, machine utilization data and technical documentation are properly maintained.
2. Prepare and present reports on fabrication performance, delivery status, machine utilization, quality performance and process improvement activities.
3. Develop and update standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions and process documentation where required.
4. Guide and develop technicians and operators in fabrication processes, technical problem-solving and process control.
5. Coordinate on-the-job training (OJT) and competency assessments to ensure employees meet the required technical standards.
6. Identify technical skill gaps and recommend appropriate training to improve departmental capability.

G. Safety, Health and Environmental Compliance

1. Ensure all fabrication activities comply with company safety policies, occupational health requirements and environmental procedures.
2. Ensure machines, tools and working areas are maintained in safe operating condition.
3. Promote compliance with PPE requirements, 5S practices and established machine safety procedures.
4. Identify potential workplace hazards and coordinate corrective actions to prevent accidents and equipment damage.
5. Support internal audits, safety inspections and continuous improvement activities related to workplace safety and environmental compliance.

Job Requirements

1. Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechatronics or a related engineering discipline.
2. Relevant experience in precision machining, tooling, part fabrication, manufacturing or process engineering is preferred.
3. Good understanding of machining processes such as Wire EDM, EDM, grinding, milling and other precision fabrication methods.
4. Ability to interpret technical drawings, dimensional tolerances and geometric dimensioning requirements.
5. Experience in fabrication planning, machine capacity management, process improvement and technical problem-solving is an advantage.
6. Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies, root cause analysis and quality management systems.
7. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to prepare technical and operational reports.

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