Toolmaker

The Disabled Workers Co-operative Ltd.; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in the United Kingdom is seeking a skilled technician with significant experience in injection moulding tooling. The role involves responding to breakdowns, performing preventative maintenance, and carrying out precision machining tasks. Ideal candidates should have completed an engineering apprenticeship and possess strong problem-solving abilities. This position emphasizes safety and teamwork in a busy production setting.

Qualifications

• Significant experience of working with injection moulding tooling.
• Successful completion of an approved apprenticeship including ONC (or equivalent) in an engineering discipline.
• Proven machining and welding skills.

Responsibilities

• Responding to moulding breakdowns in a busy production environment.
• Undertaking preventative maintenance and servicing of mould tools.
• Carrying out precision machining and ensuring preparation of new mould tooling.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Collaboration abilities

Education

ONC in Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Machining tools (EDM, milling, turning, grinding)

Job description

Responsibilities

• Responding to moulding breakdowns in a busy production environment
• Undertaking the preventative maintenance and servicing of mould tools
• Diagnosing mould faults and carrying out repairs
• Working with production teams to effectively prioritise breakdowns
• Carrying out precision machining including EDM, milling, turning and grinding
• Ensuring the preparation of new mould tooling for production
• Maintaining high standards of housekeeping (5S)
• Adhering to health and safety expectations and standards at all times

Qualifications

• Significant experience of working with injection moulding tooling
• Successful completion of an approved apprenticeship including ONC (or equivalent) in an engineering discipline
• Proven machining and welding skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset