Mold Maintenance

About the role

The Foreman – Mould Department is responsible for supervising daily activities related to mould maintenance, repair, and preparation for plastic injection production. This role ensures moulds are maintained in optimal condition to support efficient production, minimize downtime, and maintain product quality.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise mould maintenance, servicing, and repair activities.
• Ensure moulds are cleaned, inspected, and maintained according to preventive maintenance schedules.
• Coordinate with production team during mould breakdowns or urgent repairs.
• Coordinate mould preparation for production schedules.
• Lead and supervise mould technicians and toolmakers.
• Ensure team members follow proper maintenance procedures and safety practices.
• Implement and monitor mould preventive maintenance programs.
• Maintain mould maintenance records and service history.
• Ensure moulds meet required production standards and work closely with Quality and Production teams to resolve mould-related defects.
• Monitor mould spare parts and consumables.

About you

• Diploma or Technical Certificate in Mechanical Engineering, Tool & Die, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years experience in plastic injection mould maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of plastic injection mould structure and operation.
• Experience with mould troubleshooting and repair.
• Familiarity with hot runner systems, cooling systems, and mould components.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and mould designs.
• Leadership and team supervision skills.
• Problem-solving and troubleshooting ability.
• Good communication and coordination with cross-functional teams.
• Strong attention to detail.