Toolroom Lead

_Our client is looking for a Toolroom Team Leader in Waterford._Toolroom Operations & Daily Management

• Coordinate, plan, and prioritise Toolroom work in line with operational requirements, including commercial repairs, PMs, validations, and project/tooling work.
• Ensure accurate completion of all required paperwork and documentation for tooling activities, including Non-commercial job documentation, Engineering Change Controls, NCMR Investigation Support, Spare parts usage and inventory transactions and Tool repair reports and traceability records
• Ensure Toolroom activities align with quality, GMP, H&S procedures and support both internal and external Audits or any other visits.
• Provide timely and clear updates to stakeholders regarding tool status, risks, and actions required.
• Attend and actively participate in key daily/weekly meetings, including:
• CAC (Cleanroom Accountability Meeting)
• Daily Engineering tier meetings
• Workcell planning meetings (across different WCs)
• Problem-Solving sessions (A3, RCCA)
• Project/NPI meetings as required

Technical Responsibilities

• Oversee and support the dismantling, troubleshooting, repair, and reassembly of complex multi-impression mould tools.
• Review and approve repair strategies, machining approaches, and corrective actions before work starts.
• Ensure proper evaluation and documentation of steel wear, damage, metrology issues, and tooling concerns.
• Support Toolmakers with technical guidance and problem-solving during complex repairs.
• Represent the Toolroom in cross-functional forums, provide updates, raise risks, and support cross-functional decision-making.
• Drive improvements in tooling reliability by analysing recurring issues and implementing sustainable corrective actions.
• Ensure meeting actions relating to Toolroom are captured, assigned, and closed out.
• Supervise the setup and operation of Toolroom machinery, including lathes, milling machines, EDM, grinders, and ancillary equipment.
• Ensure equipment is maintained, safe, and operated only by trained personnel.
• Support apprentice and Toolmaker training on tooling practices and equipment use.

Leadership & People Management

• Lead, manage, and develop the Toolroom team, including Toolmakers, technicians, and apprentices.
• Manage team scheduling, time and attendance (TMS), holiday approval, overtime planning, and shift coverage.
• Conduct regular performance reviews, coaching, and development planning for the team.
• Assign daily tasks, set clear priorities, and ensure accountability for quality of work and timelines.
• Promote a strong culture of teamwork, ownership, and communication across the Toolroom.

Job Specifications:

• Qualified Time Served as Toolmaker.
• 3-5 years of people management experience is highly desirable.
• Min. of 3 years’ experience in an Injection Moulding Environment.
• Experience in a cGMP environment is desirable.

For more information, contact Beth on beth@accpro.ie