Tool & Die Maintenance Engineer
About the job
- Diploma in Tool & Die.
- Three to eight years of experience in Tool & Die Maintenance within automotive, sheet metal processing, and press tools.
- Knowledge of tools and dies, tooling concepts, and tooling terminology.
- Analytical and theoretical skills to identify tooling issues.
- Ability to communicate effective and sustainable solutions to the team.
- Knowledge of Lean elements such as 5S, continuous improvement, Kaizen, Kanban, poka-yoke, process mapping, SMED, statistical process control, total productive maintenance, and value stream mapping.
- Understanding of engineering drawing principles and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing.
- Fundamental knowledge of metallurgy and material science.
- Understanding and hands-on experience of toolroom operations, including lathe, surface grinder, cylindrical grinder, and vertical machining center operations.
- Perform preventive, predictive, and breakdown maintenance of stamping dies, molds, fixtures, jigs, and tooling.
- Diagnose and troubleshoot die-related issues affecting production quality and throughput.
- Disassemble, inspect, repair, grind, polish, fit, and reassemble dies.
- Monitor die wear conditions and recommend corrective actions.
- Coordinate die changeovers and ensure readiness for production schedules.
- Maintain die history records and maintenance logs.
- Provide immediate support during die breakdowns to minimize downtime.
- Work with Production and Quality teams to resolve tooling-related defects.
- Ensure tools meet dimensional and quality requirements before release to production.
- Support new product launches and trial runs.
- Analyze recurring die failures and implement root-cause corrective actions.
- Drive cost-reduction initiatives through tool-life improvement and process optimization.
- Implement total productive maintenance, Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and 5S initiatives.
- Suggest design modifications to improve tool reliability and productivity.
- Maintain critical spare inventory for tools and dies.
- Coordinate procurement of die components and consumables.
- Monitor tooling maintenance costs and inventory accuracy.
- Regrind and resharpen punches and dies in the toolroom.
- Maintain maintenance records, checklists, and standard operating procedures.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company standards.
- Participate in internal and external audits.
- Update technical drawings and maintenance documentation as required.
- Work hand in hand with the PPE (Engineering Department).
- Excellent problem-solving abilities.
About the company
Oetiker supplies high-quality connecting solutions for the vehicle industry and other industrial segments, focusing on ensuring reliable connections for mission-critical parts. Its product lineup includes clamps, rings, straps, and quick-connectors used in powertrain, drivetrain, and medical applications. The company combines products with engineering, prototyping, and testing support to quickly develop comprehensive clamping and connection solutions. With 1,800+ employees across more than 25 countries and over 75 years of experience, Oetiker positions itself as a global, long-term partner for leading OEMs. Its differentiators include deep expertise in a broad range of high-end clamps and connectors, combined with hands-on engineering services to tailor solutions and overcome specific clamping challenges. The company’s goal is to help customers achieve reliable connections in critical systems, maintaining trust and continuity as a global supplier.
Company Size
501-1,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Horgen, Switzerland
Founded
1942
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- AD Plast broadens manufacturing into injection molding and deepens Nordic market access.
- Aftermarket Kits create recurring replacement demand outside volatile original-equipment programs.
- The 2026 news page shows active product merchandising and customer-facing commercialization efforts.
What critics are saying
- Automotive demand concentration exposes Oetiker to OEM production swings and supplier cuts.
- AD Plast integration can distract management and delay injection-molding synergies through 2026.
- No 2025-2026 hiring or expansion disclosures signal a quiet, low-momentum operating environment.
What makes Oetiker unique
- Oetiker, founded 1942, leads high-end connecting solutions from Horgen, Switzerland.
- November 25, 2024 AD Plast acquisition adds injection molding capability beyond clamps.
- Oetiker Aftermarket Kits target passenger, commercial, two-wheeler, cooling, and heating applications.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Paid Vacation
- 401(k) Company Match
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Training Programs