Tool Change SetterFitter

Mergon; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Blackburn seeks a Tool Change Fitter & Setter. You will change tools on production machinery while driving a FLT and assisting with mechanical repairs. Candidates should have at least 3 years experience and a FLT driving qualification. The role offers 34 days holidays and career growth opportunities.

Benefits

34 days holidays

Option to join Private Health Insurance

Career Growth and Development Opportunities

Staff Wellness & Events Programme

Employee Assistance Support Programme (EAP)

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• At least 3 years experience, ideally in a manufacturing environment.
• Willingness to undertake necessary training to fulfill duties.

Responsibilities

• Driving a FLT for tool and die changes on production machinery.
• Inspecting tools and reporting faults to the Engineering department.
• Assisting with basic mechanical repairs.

Skills

FLT driving qualification

Lifting and sling experience

Good knowledge of Health and Safety

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Job description

Who we are

At Mergon we mould ideas for a sustainable future. We work with leading brands like Tesla, BMW, Xerox and Abbott to design, manufacture and deliver sustainable products for the vehicles and equipment of the future.

We care deeply about our colleagues, customers and our community and we have a curiosity that constantly pushes us to innovate and improve. We are competent, capable and we invest in our people and in our processes to ensure we continue to grow and do our best work every day.

Position

Mergon UK is looking for a Tool Change Fitter & Setter to join our team in Blackburn. This role involves changing the tools and dies on the production machinery driving a FLT and mechanical repairs.

Hours of Work

2pm – 10pm Monday to Friday

Key Responsibilities

• Driving a FLT to carry out tool and die changes to blow and injection moulding machines on a busy production shopfloor.
• Inspection of tools and reporting of faults and/or damage to the Engineering department.
• Assisting with basic level mechanical repairs.
• Ensuring the secondary equipment required is available and operating correctly.
• Completing the paperwork associated with tool changes.

To be successful in this role you will likely have

• At least 3 years experience; ideally previously worked in a manufacturing environment but not essential.
• FLT driving qualification.
• Lifting and sling experience.
• Good knowledge of Health and Safety.
• Excellent communication skills with ability to influence others and work as part of a team.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to undertake any necessary training as identified to fulfil the duties and responsibilities of the role.

Benefits

• 34 days holidays
• Option to join the Private Health Insurance scheme
• Career Growth and Development Opportunities
• Staff Wellness & Events Programme
• Employee Assistance Support Programme (EAP)
• Free onsite parking

The document is a guide only and should not be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. It is intended as an outline indication of the areas of activity and will be amended in the light of changing needs of the organisation.

How to Apply

Please supply your CV using the advertising platform.

Information Contact

For further information please contact the HR Manager at

Equality and Diversity

Mergon is committed to the principle of equal opportunities in employment and to ensure that no job applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of race, colour, nationality, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age, ethnic and national origin, disability or gender reassignment.

Safer Recruitment

Mergon is committed to promotion welfare of young people and vulnerable adults. The successful applicant will be required to provide proof of rights to work in the UK.

Additional Information

Employment Type: Full‑Time

Department: Engineering

Vacancy: 1