Tool and Die Maker

Key Responsibilities:

• Tool Room & Die Maintenance:
• Assemble, dismantle, repair, and maintain various types of dies (casting, injection

moulds, progressive dies).

• Operate tool room machinery including surface grinder, lathe, milling, and drilling

machines & EDM.

• Handling breakdowns and perform root cause analysis for quick resolution.
• Conduct preventive and predictive maintenance of all tooling & Mould.
• Ensure accurate fitting and finishing of die components as per drawings.
• Supervise and guide junior die fitters and apprentices.
• Maintain tool maintenance logs, die history cards, and inspection reports.

New Product Development (NPD):

• Collaborate with the NPD team during development of new bath fitting products (taps,

mixers, valves, diverters, etc.).

• Assemble new dies and moulds as per design specifications.
• Participate in first-trial runs and support in die validation and modification.
• Provide Solution for tooling issues observed during sample trials.
• Coordinate with design and production departments to implement improvements.
• Assist in reducing tool development lead time through proactive planning and

adjustment.

Key Skills Required:

• Strong technical knowledge of fitting die/Mould.
• Hands-on experience in NPD tooling support and trial handling.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T symbols, and tool layouts.
• Skilled in using precision measuring instruments (Vernier, Micrometer, Height Gauge,

Depth Micrometer.

• Understanding of tool materials, tolerances, and surface finishing.
• Excellent problem-solving and team coordination skills.
• Knowledge of 5S, Kaizen, safety protocols, and ISO documentation practices.