VMC Operator & Setter (TOOL Development)

JOB DESCRIPTION: VMC OPERATOR & SETTER (TOOL DEVELOPMENT)

Company Name: Senwell Exports Pvt. Ltd.
Job Location: Kesnand, Pune, Maharashtra
Experience Required: 5 to 10 Years
Joining: Immediate Joiners Preferred
Machine: Mazak VMC (Vertical Machining Centre)

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced and technically skilled VMC operator & setter specializing in tool development, rubber tool development, and new product development (NPD). The ideal candidate must have strong hands-on experience in developing, machining, setting, and proving tools on Mazak VMC machines.

The candidate should have expertise in tool development from drawing to final production, particularly in rubber tooling and tool-related NPD activities. This role requires a technically strong professional who can independently handle tool development, machining, troubleshooting, and production requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and set Mazak VMC machines for tool development and machining activities.
• Develop new tools and fixtures as per engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Handle rubber tool development, including machining and development of tools required for rubber molding and related applications.
• Execute tool-related New Product Development (NPD) activities from initial development to final tool proving.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, 2D drawings, 3D models, and GD&T requirements.
• Perform machine setting, tool setting, workpiece setting, and tool offset adjustments.
• Select appropriate cutting tools, inserts, holders, speeds, feeds, and machining strategies.
• Carry out first-piece inspection, trial machining, tool proving, and dimensional corrections.
• Identify and resolve machining issues related to tool geometry, dimensions, surface finish, and accuracy.
• Coordinate with the design, production, quality, and NPD teams to meet development targets.
• Ensure dimensional accuracy, quality standards, and timely completion of tool development activities.
• Maintain machine condition, tooling, and workplace safety standards.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• ITI / Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Tool & Die Making, or a relevant technical trade.
• 510 years of hands-on experience in VMC operation, setting, and tool development.
• Strong practical knowledge of Mazak VMC machines and their CNC controls.
• Proven experience in rubber tool development and production tooling.
• Strong understanding of tool development and tool-related NPD processes.
• Ability to understand engineering drawings and 3D models.
• Knowledge of CNC programming, editing, offsets, and machining cycles relevant to the machine.
• Experience in tool proving, trial runs, dimensional inspection, and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of measuring instruments such as Vernier calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and bore gauges.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of tool development activities.

Preferred Candidate Profile

• Candidates with direct experience in Mazak VMC-based tool development will be preferred.
• Must have practical experience in rubber tooling development, not just routine component production.
• Should be capable of handling tool development and tool-related NPD with minimal supervision.
• Must be technically strong, quality-conscious, and solution-oriented.
• Immediate joiners will be given preference.

Employment Details

• Position: VMC Operator & Setter Tool Development
• Department: Production/Engineering
• Work Location: Kesnand, Pune
• Experience: 5–10 Years
• Joining Requirement: Immediate

Important: Candidates with expertise only in regular VMC production machining and no tool development experience will not be suitable for this position.

Key Requirements:

• Hands-on experience with Mazak VMC machines.
• Expertise in tool development and rubber tool development.
• Strong knowledge of tool-related New Product Development (NPD).
• Experience in tool setting, machining, tool proving, and troubleshooting.
• Ability to work independently on tool development projects.