Tooling Manager

Hire Resolve; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Tooling Manager to oversee tooling operations in Johannesburg, South Africa. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience, strong technical skills in mold manufacturing, and proven leadership abilities. This role offers the chance to drive significant process improvements within a cutting-edge manufacturing environment. Interested candidates should apply by contacting the hiring team via email or LinkedIn.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of relevant experience in tooling operations.
• Expertise in pneumatics, hydraulics, and plastic injection molding.
• Experience with mold manufacturing, repair, and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Manage the toolroom budget and optimize resource allocation.
• Implement process improvements for quality and productivity.
• Provide technical leadership and mentor junior staff.

Skills

Certified Toolmaker

Leadership skills

Financial acumen

CNC programming

Process improvement

Education

Degree or diploma in mechanical engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Edgecam

Mastercam

Job description

Hire Resolve is seeking an experienced Tooling Manager to join our client's team, a global leader in plastic product manufacturing. This exciting opportunity is perfect for an individual with strong technical expertise, leadership skills, and financial acumen, who is ready to take on the challenge of managing the tooling operations within a cutting‑edge, innovative environment. If you have a passion for process improvement and driving efficiency in a high‑demand manufacturing setting, this role will provide a dynamic platform to make a significant impact.

Responsibilities

• Manage the toolroom budget, controlling costs and optimizing resource allocation
• Track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess team performance and operational efficiency
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance quality, productivity, and cost‑effectiveness
• Provide technical leadership to the toolmaking team, mentoring junior staff and driving continuous improvement
• Present financial reports, project updates, and performance metrics to senior management and stakeholders
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to align tooling operations with broader business strategies and goals

Requirements

• Certified Toolmaker with 7+ years of relevant experience
• A degree or diploma in mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, or a related field is highly valuable
• Expertise in pneumatics, hydraulics, and plastic injection molding
• Proficient in CNC programming and CAD software (SolidWorks, Edgecam, Mastercam)
• Strong leadership skills with proven experience managing teams and cross‑functional projects
• Financial acumen with experience in budgeting, cost control, and KPI management
• Ability to deliver presentations and reports to stakeholders, with a focus on financial and operational metrics
• Strategic thinking and process improvement capabilities
• Experience with mold manufacturing, repair, and maintenance, including hot runner systems

Benefits

Contact Hire Resolve for your next career‑changing move.

• Apply for this role today contact Gustav Vogel at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn
• You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV: [e-mail]

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.