Role & responsibilities

- Tool / die correction and modification for EPDM rubber extrusion profiles

- Handle extrusion dies, mandrels, calibrators and tooling inserts

- Analyze profile dimensional deviations and identify required tool corrections

- Conduct tool trials and first-off sample inspection

- Read and interpret tool drawings, product drawings and GD&T;

- Perform tool correction through grinding, machining, polishing and fitting

- Coordinate with Production, Quality and Tool Room for tool-related issues

- Troubleshoot dimension, profile shape, thickness and surface-related defects

- Conduct 5 Why / Root Cause Analysis for recurring tool problems

- Maintain tool history, correction and modification records

- Plan and execute preventive maintenance of tools and dies

- Reduce tool-related rejection, rework and production downtime

- Use Vernier, micrometer, height gauge, profile projector and other measuring instruments





- Support new tool development, trial and process improvement

- Ensure tools meet drawing and customer specifications

- Maintain proper tool identification, storage and traceability

- Support continuous improvement for tool life, productivity and quality

Preferred candidate profile

- Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical / Tool & Die / Production Engineering.

- 26 years of relevant experience in Tool Room, Tool Correction, Mould Maintenance or Automotive Rubber Industry.

- Hands-on experience in EPDM rubber extrusion dies, mandrels, calibrators and moulds.

- Positive knowledge of tool correction, modification, fitting and polishing activities.

- Ability to read and understand engineering drawings, tool drawings and GD&T;.

📌 Tool Room Engineer (Sriperumbudur)
🏢 Gold Seal Saargummi India
📍 Sriperumbudur