DOMINIC TOLL
Beckbury,Shropshire
Summary
With 36 years of tooling experience including Injection, Blow, RIMM, gas injection in the automotive industry, this professional demonstrates a strong command of manufacturing tooling methods and project launch of tooling. Expertise includes maintenance of production tooling, time scheduling, and allocation, supported by a goal-oriented approach and decision-making capacity. Proficient in lean concepts and crisis response preparedness, with familiarity in using Gantt charts for effective project management. Holds a full driving licence, ready to contribute to innovative solutions within the industry.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work history
Tooling Project Manager
Polytec Car Styling
Telford
04.2021 - 12.2025
- Facilitated tooling projects from concept to standard operating procedure for exterior plastic components, writing Polytec Tooling Standards (Global)
- Assisted in tool design reviews, feasibility assessments, manufacturing trials, and approvals.
- Supported delivery of bumper, grille, sill, and exterior trim tooling for Bentley (BY631, BY634/5, BY646-1) and JLR SVR programmes.
- Aided in controlling tooling budgets, timing plans, and change management processes.
- Coordinated with OEMs and global toolmakers.
- Ensured tooling met quality, cosmetic, and durability standardsOversaw tool transfers, validations, and production handover processes.
- Coordinating aftermarket tooling for OEM requirements
UK MOULD FOLLOWER
Grupo Antolin(Formally Magna Interiors)
01.2017 - 01.2021
- Conducted pre-project analysis of toolmakers' tool design for JLR, BMW, and Toyota.
- Managed new mould construction within UK toolmakers.
- Oversaw reception of tooling from low-cost countries into three GA plants.
- Assessed feasibility timing and costs of modifications to project tooling.
- Ensured compliance with and enhancement of GA tooling standards.
- Performed cost analysis of European toolmakers to minimise GA expenditure on new tooling.
- Executed tool graining processes including acid etch and indirect laser etch coatings.
TOOLROOM MANAGER
Magna Interiors Ltd
Redditch
01.2013 - 01.2017
- Established toolroom for new plant at Redditch site two.
- Supported launch with pre/post production of BMW F55 F54 and Jaguar/Land Rover X760 X761 X260 projects.
- Planned preventative maintenance of tools.
- Assisted toolmakers in breakdowns and troubleshooting situations, minimising breakdowns and maximising production time.
- Ordered and maintained spares for toolroom.
- Aided in running, repairing, and maintaining new tooling.
- Managed daily operations of toolroom, ensuring efficient workflow and resource allocation.
TOOLMAKER
Mahle Filter Systems (formally Ford/Siemens VDO)
Telford
01.1996 - 01.2013
- Performed repairs and preventative maintenance on mould tools to enhance production efficiency for major automotive brands including Jaguar, Volkswagen, Audi, Bentley, Ford, Nissan, and Honda.
- Resolved mechanical issues quickly, minimising downtime.
- Collaborated closely with engineering team for improved product development.
TRAINEE TOOLMAKER
Plastic Omnium Ltd
, Telford
01.1991 - 01.1996
- Collaborated with senior toolmakers to enhance production processes and efficiency.
- Maintained and repaired tooling up to 50 tonnes to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
- Conducted inspections of finished tools to verify adherence to quality standards.
- Tooling For OEM'S Peugeot ,Rover ,Honda ,Land Rover
Education
Principles of Risk Assessment, IOSH Working Safely
Mahle Filter Systems
Hydraulic Hose Assembly
Magna Interiors
Basic Training in Abrasive Wheel
Shrewsbury College of Arts and Technology
OCN level 2 - TUC Education Programme
Telford College of Arts and Technology
Telford, Telford and WrekinOCN level 2 - Welding Processing
Telford College of Arts and Technology
BTEC National in Science - Polymer Technology
Telford College of Arts and Technology
RSA - Computer Literacy and IT
Telford College of Arts and Technology
City & Guilds - Process Plant Operation
Telford College of Arts and Technology
City & Guilds - Communication Skills
Telford College of Arts and Technology
GCSE's - English, Mathematics, Geography, Science, French, Vehicle Design and Art & Design
Orleton Park School
Wellington, TelfordSkills
- 36 years tooling experience within automotive industry
- Familiarity with lean concepts
- Goal-Oriented approach
- Decision making capacity
- Familiarity with gantt charts
- Time scheduling and allocation
- Crisis response preparedness
- A wide range of manufacturing tooling methods
- Project Launch of Tooling
- Maintenance of production tooling
- Full Driving License
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Tooling Project Manager
Polytec Car Styling
04.2021 - 12.2025
UK MOULD FOLLOWER
Grupo Antolin(Formally Magna Interiors)
01.2017 - 01.2021
TOOLROOM MANAGER
Magna Interiors Ltd
01.2013 - 01.2017
TOOLMAKER
Mahle Filter Systems (formally Ford/Siemens VDO)
01.1996 - 01.2013
TRAINEE TOOLMAKER
Plastic Omnium Ltd
01.1991 - 01.1996
City & Guilds - Process Plant Operation
Telford College of Arts and Technology
City & Guilds - Communication Skills
Telford College of Arts and Technology
GCSE's - English, Mathematics, Geography, Science, French, Vehicle Design and Art & Design
Orleton Park School
Principles of Risk Assessment, IOSH Working Safely
Mahle Filter Systems
Hydraulic Hose Assembly
Magna Interiors
Basic Training in Abrasive Wheel
Shrewsbury College of Arts and Technology
OCN level 2 - TUC Education Programme
Telford College of Arts and Technology
OCN level 2 - Welding Processing
Telford College of Arts and Technology
BTEC National in Science - Polymer Technology
Telford College of Arts and Technology
RSA - Computer Literacy and IT
Telford College of Arts and Technology