Toolroom Supervisor at Hire Resolve

Job Description

• We are looking for an experienced Toolroom Supervisor to oversee plastic moulding toolroom operations and provide hands-on mould maintenance support.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining mould integrity, minimising production downtime, supervising staff, and ensuring effective maintenance and continuous improvement within the toolroom.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise toolroom operations and human resources.
• Minimise mould-related machine downtime in plastic moulding operations.
• Conduct effective and timely mould fault finding and rectification.
• Identify faults and recommend improvements.
• Conduct regular mould inspections and servicing.
• Plan and organise departmental resources effectively.
• Perform assigned maintenance tasks and ensure completion of job cards.
• Ensure scheduled maintenance is completed by subordinates.
• Identify and implement maintenance improvements.
• Liaise with external vendors and contractors.
• Assist with new mould procurement, preparation, installation and modifications.
• Assist with major and minor mould repairs.
• Monitor mould condition and recommend future rectification requirements.
• Ensure availability and effective management of maintenance spares.
• Liaise with stores regarding stock levels and improvements.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards.
• Support management systems including Pragma, ISO 9001, NOSA and WCM.
• Adhere to and enforce workplace safety procedures and legislation.
• Assist in developing and improving departmental procedures.
• Coach and mentor less experienced artisans and maintenance personnel.
• Inspect completed work and provide technical guidance where required.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Requirements

• Matric / Grade 12.
• Trade Tested Toolmaker – N3 qualification required.
• Minimum 10 years' continuous experience in a mould maintenance environment.
• Minimum 10 years' experience within a plastic injection moulding production environment.
• Minimum 5 years' supervisory experience.
• Strong technical and analytical skills.
• Proven problem-solving ability.
• Strong supervisory, organising and delegation skills.
• Hands-on approach to maintenance and fault finding.
• Good knowledge of plant safety procedures.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with external vendors and contractors.
• Ability to work with limited supervision.
• Strong attention to detail and good time management.
• Willingness to work overtime and weekends when required.