Role & responsibilities

- Mould Design: Develop and review mould designs in line with product specifications, DFM guidelines, and process feasibility.

- Mould Development: Own the mould development process from concept through to final tool readiness.

- Toolmaker Coordination: Liaise with external/internal toolmakers to align on design intent, timelines, and technical requirements during tool development.

- Tool Development Tracking: Monitor and report on tool development progress against project timelines; proactively flag and resolve delays.

- Mould Trials: Plan, execute, and evaluate mould trials to validate design and process parameters.

- Trial Planning: Prepare trial schedules aligned with overall project milestones and manufacturing readiness plans.

- Mould Buy-Off: Conduct formal mould buy-off activities, ensuring all technical and quality checkpoints are met before sign-off.

- Mould Proving: Validate mould performance under production conditions to confirm process stability and part quality.

- Problem Solving: Apply structured problem-solving techniques (e.g., 8D, 5-Why, Fishbone) to resolve tooling and process issues.





- Tool Maturation: Support ongoing tool maturation activities to improve cycle time, part quality, and tool life.

- Tool Buy-Off: Lead final tool buy-off processes with internal stakeholders and/or customers.

- SAP Knowledge: Utilize SAP for tool/project tracking, procurement coordination, and documentation as required.

Required Skills & Qualifications

- Diploma/Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Tool, Production, or related Engineering discipline.

- Proven experience in mould/tool design and development (injection moulding)

- Hands-on experience coordinating with toolmakers and managing tool development timelines.

- Solid understanding of mould trial processes, mould buy-off, and mould proving procedures.

- Proficiency in root-cause analysis and structured problem-solving methodologies.

- Working knowledge of SAP or similar ERP systems.

- Familiarity with CAD software (e.g., UG NX & CATIA) for design review.

- Strong project coordination, documentation, and communication skills.

📌 Asst. Manager/Deputy Manager (Tool Development) (Dharuhera)
🏢 Lumax Industries
📍 Dharuhera