https://www.maanarmadafoundation.co.in Vacancy Thu, 23 Apr 2026 14:36:13 +0530 en-us https://www.maanarmadafoundation.co.in https://www.maanarmadafoundation.co.in/job-openings-for-die-tooling-manager-navi-mumbai-1421850.htm https://www.maanarmadafoundation.co.in/job-openings-for-die-tooling-manager-navi-mumbai-1421850.htm Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0530 Role Overview We are looking for a seasoned Die Tooling professional to lead both Production Tooling and New Product Development (NPD) functions. This role demands strong technical depth, a process-driven mindset, and leadership capability to ensure robust tooling systems, high productivity, and seamless new product launches. The incumbent will be responsible for end-to-end tooling lifecycle management including design validation, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, documentation, process standardization, and continuous improvement. Core Technical Competencies (Common for Both Roles) • Extensive expertise in: o Plastic Moulding Tools o Sheet Metal Toolings o Precision Dies & Tooling Controls o Forging Dies • Strong understanding of tool materials, heat treatment, GD&T, and tolerances • Hands-on experience in tool trials, debugging, and process stabilization • Knowledge of manufacturing processes, quality systems, and cost optimization • Strong focus on process-driven tooling management and standardization A. Die Tooling - Production Key Responsibilities • Lead overall management of production dies, moulds, and fixtures • Implement and drive preventive maintenance (PM) systems for all tooling to minimize breakdowns • Handle troubleshooting and root cause analysis of tooling issues • Ensure timely repair, refurbishment, and modification of tools • Maintain high uptime through effective breakdown management and quick response systems • Monitor and improve tool life, efficiency, and productivity • Ensure proper die maintenance documentation including maintenance logs, breakdown records, PM checklists, tool history cards, and modification records Process & System Orientation • Coordinate with vendors for tool repair, modification, and development • Develop and strengthen in-house tool room capabilities • Evaluate vendor performance based on quality, cost, and delivery • Ensure optimal balance between outsourced and in-house tooling activities B. Die Tooling - New Product Development (NPD) Key Responsibilities • Lead tooling development for all new product initiatives from concept to SOP (Start of Production) • Conduct feasibility analysis in coordination with design and engineering teams • Oversee design validation, tool manufacturing, trials, and final approval • Ensure smooth tool trials, debugging, and process stabilization • Drive adherence to project timelines, quality benchmarks, and cost targets • Support seamless handover from NPD to production • Maintain complete tool development and validation documentation including design changes, trial reports, approval records, and lessons learned.