Are you ready to lead a critical function within a dynamic engineering environment, where your expertise will shape production excellence and operational efficiency? Our client, a prominent player in the engineering industry, is seeking a seasoned Toolroom Manager to oversee their Toolroom and CNC machining operations, driving strategic initiatives and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Duties include:

• Manage daily operations of the Toolroom and CNC machining functions, ensuring optimal performance and resource utilization.

• Lead design reviews for new stamping tools, fixtures, welding jigs, and tooling, ensuring manufacturability, maintainability, and quality standards.

• Oversee the entire lifecycle of internally manufactured tooling from design to final handover, including machining, assembly, and trials.

• Coordinate with external suppliers for tooling and machining, managing progress, trials, and acceptance.

• Develop and enforce standards for tooling design, maintenance, refurbishment, and problem solving.

• Manage, develop, and mentor a high-performing team of toolmakers, CNC programmers, and design personnel.

• Implement and monitor tool maintenance and equipment plans, ensuring breakdowns are minimized and repairs meet design standards.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance tool life, fixture reliability, machining efficiency, and production costs.

• Ensure compliance with quality standards such as IATF 16949 and adhere to all safety and regulatory requirements.

• Manage project scope, budgets, and timelines, including CAPEX planning and reporting.

• Lead risk analysis, training, and performance management to foster a disciplined, accountable, and skilled workforce.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in tooling, CNC machining, or related engineering fields.

• Proven leadership experience managing technical teams within manufacturing or engineering environments.

• Strong understanding of tooling design, machining processes, and quality standards.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, FMEA, Control Plans, and related engineering tools.

• Excellent project management, strategic planning, and cost control skills.

• Automotive industry experience.

• Knowledge of advanced manufacturing technologies.