Job Description

Toolroom Supervisor / Manager

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Location:

Headquarters in Elland, West Yorkshire

Reporting to:

Head of Engineering

Contract type:

Full-time, permanent

The Opportunity

The Toolroom Supervisor is responsible for leading the Toolroom function, including managing a team of engineers, technicians, and apprentices. They will oversee the development of efficient maintenance practices, ensure tooling reliability, and support continuous improvement. Working cross-functionally with Production and Engineering teams, this role ensures that tooling and processes are safe, capable, and aligned with production demands.

In this role, you will:

Define and implement preventative maintenance programmes across all tooling types (Injection, Rotational, Extrusion, PU Casting).

Provide technical input to tooling design & improvement initiatives, CAD/CAM activities, and general machining support.

Attend tooling reviews and support new tooling introduction where needed

Provide coaching, development, and performance oversight for toolroom personnel.

Uphold health, safety, and environmental standards, ensuring compliance and promoting a culture of safety.

The ideal candidate will have:

Proven experience with injection mould tooling of varied complexities. Familiarity with preventative maintenance strategies and fault diagnosis. Competent in CAD/CAM systems. Knowledge of hot runner systems and lifting equipment protocols. Strong leadership and mentoring abilities.

Why A-SAFE?

Since 1984, A-SAFE has been a pioneer in industrial safety, inventing the world's first industrial-strength polymer safety barrier. Today, we continue to lead the industry with cutting-edge solutions like our award-winning IoT system, RackEye(TM)?. With 17 international subsidiaries, we partner with global giants such as Amazon, Coca-Cola, and BMW to enhance workplace safety. Learn more about our Customer Success Stories here.



At A-SAFE we put our values at the heart of the business.

We Are Pioneers

We Are in it Together

We Do the Right Thing

Our Commitment to Diversity

We're committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels they belong. At A-SAFE, we believe our differences fuel innovation and enrich our work environment.

Ready to help us set new standards in workplace safety?

Apply today and start your journey with A-SAFE Group. Explore our Careers Page for more opportunities.