Toolmaker Full Time

Job Overview:  Our client, a successful injection moulding company, has retained our services to search for a Toolmaker to join their established team to support continued business growth.

Benefits:

• Days role
• 25 Days Holiday + Bank Hols
• Death in service at 3x Salary
• Extensive Training & Development opportunities available
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Company healthcare scheme
• Retail discount scheme
• Free onsite parking
• Free refreshments

Role:

• As a Toolmaker you will be responsible for the assembly, servicing and modification of injection mould tooling from base components using handheld tools or machines if required.
• The successful candidate MUST HAVE experience in repairing and maintaining injection mould tools.
• This is an excellent opportunity to work a Monday to Friday days only role in a well-equipped Toolroom.

Responsibilities:

• As a Toolmaker you will maintain high standards of discipline, in the assembly, servicing and modification of injection mould tooling.
• Ensure the successful delivery of projects within the group in terms of quality, customer satisfaction and profitability.
• Ensure the accurate maintenance of records of all work carried out and preparation of clear concise descriptions of concerns and problems encountered for the night shift
• Fabrication/modifying components in a wide range of materials and joining techniques
• Attend design and manufacturing review meetings as required
• Investigate and advise of the procurement of bench tooling and equipment ensuring that the company utilizes the best equipment available
• Monitor mould try outs and analyze results
• Receive and store in an orderly manner and retrieve materials as required to complete tooling programs
• Ensure the company QA processes are adhered to by the group
• Maintaining knowledge of industry trends and developments
• Reviewing and improving upon processes and techniques

Requirements:

• Time Served toolmaker HNC or equivalent Mechanical and Production Engineering qualification
• Working knowledge of injection mould tooling preferably with large automotive tooling related experience.
• Experience in Welding, Grinding, Turning, Milling, Spark eroding
• Flexible – able to adapt to changing requirement and circumstances
• Pro-active – keen to develop and improve current systems and processes
• Be a team player with the ability to build strong relationships with colleagues and customers
• Self-motivated with the ability to work well under pressure