Injection Mould Toolmaker

ASC Connections; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Pension up to 7.5%

33 days holiday

Job summary

ASC Connections in the United Kingdom is recruiting an Injection Mould Toolmaker to strengthen its toolroom. This hands-on role involves operating a range of toolroom machinery and developing tooling from initial concept through to final sign-off.

You will have experience with injection mould tooling, a Level 3 BTEC in engineering, and be proficient at reading technical drawings to identify and fix issues that keep production running smoothly.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Toolmaker with injection mould tooling.
• Level 3 BTEC or equivalent in engineering.
• Competent with toolroom machinery (milling, turning, grinding, spark erosion, welding).
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings with accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Fitting and assembling new injection mould tools to spec.
• Maintaining and improving existing tooling through repairs and modifications.
• Operating a range of toolroom machinery to manufacture and repair tooling.

Skills

Toolmaking

Injection mould tooling

Read drawings

Problem solving

Education

BTEC Level 3 in Engineering

Tools

Milling

Turning

Grinding

Spark erosion

Laser welding

Job description

A highly successful British business with a global customer base, combining world-class product design, precision engineering and advanced manufacturing to produce highly detailed, premium-quality plastic products. It is now looking to strengthen its toolroom with the addition of an experienced Injection Moulding Toolmaker.

£35,000-£43,000 + bonus, pension contributions of up to 7.5% and 33 days' holiday

Dayshift

This is a varied, hands-on role in which you’ll operate a range of toolroom machinery, including milling, grinding, turning, spark erosion and laser welding, to manufacture, develop and maintain tooling from initial concept through to final sign-off.

Key Responsibilities of the Injection Moulding Toolmaker

• Fitting and assembling new injection mould tools, ensuring each component meets specification and performs reliably in a production environment.
• Maintaining and improving existing tooling through repairs, modifications and ongoing technical support for injection moulding operations.
• Operating a range of toolroom machinery to manufacture, modify and repair tooling to the required standards.

To be successful in this role, you will:

• Have previous experience working as a Toolmaker, specifically with injection mould tooling.
• Hold a Level 3 BTEC or equivalent vocational qualification in engineering or a related discipline.
• Be competent in operating a range of toolroom machinery, including milling, turning, grinding, spark erosion and welding equipment.
• Be confident reading and interpreting technical drawings, identifying issues and implementing effective solutions to keep production running smoothly.
• Have excellent attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to maintaining high standards.

This is an excellent opportunity for an Injection Mould Toolmaker who is passionate about manufacturing technology and keen to join a successful, growing business that continues to invest in its people and equipment. If you’re looking for your next career move, we’d love to hear from you.

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