Tools and Equipment Engineer

Business overview

Volex is a global leader in integrated manufacturing and a trusted supplier of power products. With expertise in cable assemblies, data center connectivity, electric vehicle charging, and consumer electronics, we serve a diverse range of markets worldwide.

Headquartered in the UK, we operate 28 manufacturing locations and employ over 14,000 people across 25 countries. Our business spans five divisions: Complex Industrial Technology, Consumer Electricals, Electric Vehicles, Medical, and Off-Highway/Specialist Automotive.

Our products power everything from everyday household devices to advanced medical equipment. Through our local sales teams and authorized partners, we deliver innovative solutions to OEMs and EMS companies around the globe.

1. Job Purpose

To ensure accurate, secure, and efficient management of all tooling, equipment, and fixtures within the warehouse. This role is responsible for the complete lifecycle control of these assetsfrom receipt and inspection to storage, issuance, return, and maintenance assuring they are available, in good condition, and traceable to support production and operational needs.

2. Key Responsibilities

A. Receiving & Inspection (Incoming Control)

• Receive all incoming tooling, equipment, and fixtures from suppliers, internal workshops, or returns.
• Verify items against purchase orders, delivery notes, or work orders.
• Conduct thorough visual and functional inspections for damage, wear, and completeness.
• Accurately label, tag, or barcode each item with unique identification numbers.
• Document and report any discrepancies, damages, or non-conformities immediately.

B. Storage & Organization

• Maintain a logical storage system for easy retrieval.
• Ensure storage conditions are appropriate to prevent damage.
• Implement and maintain 5S principle.

C. Issuance & Dispensing (Outgoing Control)

• Process tooling requests from production, maintenance, or engineering teams.
• Issue the correct items as per pick lists or work orders.
• Record all issuances in the tracking system noting user, job number, date, and time.
• Ensure proper authorization is obtained for the release of controlled or high-value items.

3. Qualifications & Skills

Essential:

• Diploma or Degree in mechanical background.
• Proven experience as a storekeeper, warehouse operative, or tool crib attendant in a manufacturing, engineering, or maintenance environment.
• Strong understanding of tooling, equipment, and fixtures.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Basic computer literacy for using inventory management systems and spreadsheets (e.g., Excel).
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong communication skills and a team-oriented mindset.