CAD / CAM Tooling Designer

Amcor; Beccles; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Amcor Beccles is seeking an experienced CAD/CAM Tooling Designer to join our Toolroom team. You will design mould tooling and components, develop CAM programs for CNC machining, and produce engineered drawings to support new product introductions and production.

Reporting to the Toolroom Manager, you will collaborate with Toolmakers, Engineers and Quality teams to ensure designs are fit for purpose, maintain records, and drive continuous improvement in tooling and manufacturing processes on site.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in engineering/Toolmaking.
• Strong CAD/CAM experience in tooling/manufacturing.
• Experience with SolidWorks and CAM programming.

Responsibilities

• Design new mould tools, fixtures and ancillary tooling using CAD software.
• Create and develop CAM programs for CNC machining centres.
• Produce detailed engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Support manufacture and modification of tooling as required.
• Collaborate with Toolmakers, Engineers, Production and Quality teams to ensure manufacturability.

Skills

CAD/CAM tooling

SolidWorks

NC CAM software

CNC machining

engineering drawings

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Engineering, Toolmaking or Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

NC CAM software

Job description

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CAD / CAM Tooling Designer

Location:

Beccles, GB

Department: Operations/Production/Manufacturing

Full-time or Part-time: Full-Time

Job Type: Employee

Shift: On site

Accelerate the possible by joining a winning Amcor team that’s transforming the packaging industry and improving lives around the world.

At Amcor, we unpack possibility through our innovative and responsible packaging to provide solutions that benefit our customers, our people and our planet. More than 10,000 consumers worldwide encounter our products every second and rely on us for safe access to food, medicine and other goods. We value their trust by making safety our guiding principle. Its our core value and integral to how we do business.

Beyond this core principle, our shared values and behaviors unite us as we work together to elevate customers, shape lives and protect the future. We champion our customers and help them succeed. We play to win – adapting quickly in an everchanging world – and make smart choices to safeguard our business, our communities and the people we serve for generations to come. And we invest in our world-class team, empowering our colleagues to unpack their potential, because we believe when our people grow, so does our business.

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About The Role

Amcor is a global leader in responsible packaging solutions and is looking to recruit an experienced CAD/CAM Tooling Designer to join our established Toolroom team in Beccles.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual with a strong background in tooling design, CAD/CAM programming, and manufacturing processes.

Reporting to the Toolroom Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for the design, development, and continuous improvement of mould tooling and associated components, supporting both new product introduction and ongoing production requirements.

Shift patterns Monday to Thursday: 7:00am to 4:00pm, Friday: 7:00am to 1:00pm

Key Job Accountabilities

As part of the CAD/CAM Tooling Designer Role you will:

• Design new mould tools, components, fixture and ancillary tooling using CAD software.
• Create and develop CAM programs for CNC machining centres.
• Produce detailed engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Support the manufacture of new tooling and modification of existing tooling.
• Work closely with Toolmakers, Engineers, Production and Quality teams to ensure designs are fit for purpose and manufacturable.
• Assist with tool repair, refurbishment and continuous improvement projects.
• Maintain accurate tooling records, drawings and revision control documentation.
• Provide engineering support to manufacturing departments as required.
• Ensure compliance with ISO standards, quality procedures and best engineering practices.
• Adhere to all Health & Safety, Environmental and Company policies.
• Keep work areas safe, organised and maintained to a high standard.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties as requested by management.

The post holder may be required to perform duties other than those given in the job description. The particular duties and responsibilities attached to the post may vary from time to time without changing the general character of the duties or the level of responsibility entailed. Such variations are a common occurrence and would not themselves justify the re-evaluation of the post.

Qualifications / Requirements

• NVQ Level 3 in Engineering, Toolmaking, Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent.
• Working knowledge of engineering and product drawings.
• Strong CAD/CAM experience within a tooling or manufacturing environment.
• Good understanding of CNC milling, turning and grinding processes.
• Ability to interpret technical specifications and manufacturing requirements.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Effective problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Good planning and organisational abilities.
• Competent in Microsoft Office applications including Word and Excel.
• Proven experience within a tooling, toolmaking or precision engineering environment.
• Experience designing mould tooling and associated components.
• Proven experience using SolidWorks and NCG CAM software or equivalent CAD/CAM systems.
• Good understanding of machining and manufacturing techniques.
• Experience supporting tooling manufacture from design, through to production.
• Remain calm and effective under pressure.
• Be adaptable and responsive to changing business demands.
• Demonstrate a positive, proactive approach to work.
• Work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Take pride in delivering high-quality work.
• Be committed to continuous improvement and innovation.
• Share knowledge and support colleagues across the business.
• Display a logical and methodical approach to problem solving.

Desirable Skills / Experience

• Knowledge of plastic processing techniques, including injection and blow moulding.
• Experience of mould repair and tooling modifications.
• Understanding of CNC programming and machining strategies.
• Experience working within an ISO-regulated manufacturing environment.
• Project management or tooling development experience.

CAD/CAM Related Qualifications Or Certifications.

Further qualifications in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering.

About Amcor

Amcor is the global leader in developing and producing responsible consumer packaging and dispensing solutions across a variety of materials for nutrition, health, beauty and wellness categories. Our global product innovation and sustainability expertise enables us to solve packaging challenges around the world every day, producing a range of flexible packaging, rigid packaging, cartons and closures that are more sustainable, functional and appealing for our customers and their consumers. We are guided by our purpose of elevating customers, shaping lives and protecting the future. Supported by a commitment to safety, over 75,000 people generate $23 billion in annualized sales from operations that span over 400 locations in more than 40 countries.

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