Toolmaker

Kingscroft Professional Resources; Calne; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist manufacturing company in the UK is seeking a skilled Toolmaker. The ideal candidate will have experience in plastic injection mould tooling and be proficient in operating toolroom machinery. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the expansion of the business. The company is open to applicants at various experience levels and provides training if needed. A high attention to detail and commitment to quality is essential.

Qualifications

• Time-served Toolmaker with experience in plastic injection tooling.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.
• High attention to detail and quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture and maintain plastic injection mould tools.
• Operate toolroom machinery including milling machines and lathes.
• Collaborate with team and manage workload effectively.

Skills

Plastic injection mould tooling

Toolroom practices

Milling

Turning

EDM processes

Tools

Lathes

Surface grinders

Milling machines

EDM wire eroders

Job description

Are you as skilled Tool Maker looking for a new role Are you skilled in making and maintain tools for manufacturing in plastic moulding or similar manufacturing processes. Are you looking to work for an expanding business that invests and develops its manufacturing facilities

Kingscroft are recruiting for a Toolmaker to work for specialist manufacturing company. As the ideal candidate you will have worked in the manufacture, maintenance or repair of tooling, jigs and fixtures ideally within technical moulding. You will be skilled with technical toolroom machinery including lathes , surface grinders , milling machines and preferably EDM wire eroders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manufacture new plastic injection mould tools to a high standard of accuracy and finish.
• Perform repair and maintenance work on existing mould tools used in our mould shop.
• Operate a range of toolroom machinery, including milling machines, lathes, and surface grinders.
• Utilise EDM (electrical discharge machining) processes training can be provided if needed.
• Work collaboratively within a team, managing your time and workload effectively.

Candidate Requirements:

• Time-served Toolmaker with a strong background in plastic injection mould tooling.
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently.
• Proficient in milling, turning, and general toolroom practices.
• Experience with EDM is desirable, though not essential.
• High attention to detail and a commitment to quality workmanship.

This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in the in the ongoing success of this organisation who are expanding their global reach and continuing to invest in the development of products , facilities and people.
Our client is open to talking with toolmakers from at all levels of experience to find the skills and approach to meet their ambitions.

Please apply today for a confidential discussion on the role, company and opportunity!

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