Tooling Engineer: Maintenance & Continuous Improvement

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

The Whittan Group is seeking an experienced Tooling Engineer to join its Engineering team in Telford. You will maintain and service production tooling including press tools, flying shears and die-cutting equipment, aiming to maximise reliability and minimise downtime.

This role primarily operates on days but may require flexibility for alternate shifts. You will collaborate across Engineering, Operations and Projects, liaise with suppliers, and drive continuous improvement to tooling performance

Qualifications

• BTEC qualification in an engineering discipline or equivalent.
• HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Experience working on roll-forming machinery.
• Experience with tooling including press tools and flying shears.
• Knowledge of planned maintenance systems and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Manage tooling across the site through a planned maintenance programme.
• Service, maintain and repair press tools, flying shears and die-cutting equipment.
• Respond to tooling breakdowns and carry out maintenance activities when required.
• Order tooling spares and maintain stock levels.
• Track tooling locations and manage off-site repairs.
• Liaise with suppliers and contractors for tooling maintenance and improvements.
• Drive continuous improvement to tooling performance and life.
• Support improvements in MTBF and tool wear life.
• Maintain communication across Engineering, Operations and Projects.
• Ensure activities comply with Health & Safety and procedures.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Hand-fitting

Strong communication

Teamwork

Punctuality

IT literacy

Education

BTEC in engineering

HNC/HND in Mechanical Eng

Tools

Lathes

Milling machines

Surface grinders

CMMS

Job description

The Whittan Group is seeking an experienced Tooling Engineer to join its Engineering team in Telford. You will maintain and service production tooling including press tools, flying shears and die-cutting equipment, aiming to maximise reliability and minimise downtime.

This role primarily operates on days but may require flexibility for alternate shifts. You will collaborate across Engineering, Operations and Projects, liaise with suppliers, and drive continuous improvement to tooling performance