About the job

We are looking for an experienced candidate (20 years) to manage our Toolroom team.

If selected, the candidate will be in charge of leading all team members – Sr. Tool Maker, Designer, Programmer & Operators. The manager must quote for, design, manufacture and develop defect-free moulds and maintain the moulds to support and aid the Production processes to achieve optimum levels of efficiency and operational excellence in order to accomplish Business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Tool Room team – Toolmakers, Designers, Programmers & Operators
• Oversee the design, manufacture, development, and maintenance of moulds to ensure zero-defect production
• Perform feasibility analysis and cost estimation for all new enquiries
• Review and approve mould designs (using SolidWorks)
• Prepare and monitor tooling project plans (daily, weekly, and monthly) to ensure timely delivery and adherence to budget
• Ensure 100% compliance with IATF 16949 standards, SOPs, and GMP
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, machining suppliers, and child part vendors for timely execution of tool-related activities
• Implement and monitor preventive and breakdown maintenance schedules to minimize downtime
• Analyze and reduce machining rejections and COPQ (Cost of Poor Quality)
• Drive 5S, 3C, Kaizen, and other continuous improvement activities in the Tool Room
• Collaborate with NPD and commercial teams for technical feasibility, cost estimation, and quotation support
• Maintain complete documentation including M&M, DFM, & project-specific records.
• Track tool OEE performance, manpower productivity, and capacity utilization
• Work independently and proactively resolve issues related to machining time, tool delays, and team performance
• Report regularly to management with MIS on tooling progress, deviations, and corrective actions
  

Candidate Profile

• DPMT Diploma in Plastic Mould Technology with PD PMD from CIPET/NTTF /GTTC
• Min. 20 years of experience in design and manufacture of plastic injection/ thermoset moulds
• Project management experience & ability to work under pressure 
• Proficient in MS Office & in Solidworks 
• Excellent Communication Skill & troubleshooting capability 
• Must be within 40 mins by bike ride to the factory or willing to relocate