Toolmaker

Gap Technical Ltd; Skelmersdale; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Tooling Technician to enhance their manufacturing operations. This role involves maintaining and improving Injection Moulding processes, ensuring efficiency and quality in production. You will be responsible for troubleshooting machine issues, managing tool maintenance, and collaborating with external toolmakers. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in mechanical engineering and experience in precision engineering environments. Join a dynamic team and contribute to innovative manufacturing solutions while developing your career in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in Injection Moulding within the plastics industry.
• Ability to interpret tool drawings and work to high tolerances.

Responsibilities

• Switching tools in and out of Injection Moulding machines.
• Investigate and resolve tool and machine related problems.
• Compile maintenance records for each tool.

Skills

Injection Moulding

Mechanical Engineering

Tool Design

Effective Communication

IT Proficiency

Tools

Centre Lathe

Milling Machines

Surface Grinder

Job description

Tooling Technician

Salary: £42,000 - £44,000

Location: Skelmersdale

Shift: 2x Shift (Earlies/Lates)

gap technical is proud to represent this global manufacturing business in their search for a Tooling Technician to work at their facility near Skelmersdale.

Performance Objectives

1. Switching tools in and out of Injection Moulding machines
2. General operation of machines
3. Maintenance of Injection Moulding machines
4. General maintenance work including cleaning and polishing tools
5. Maintain, repair, modify, and improve production related to Injection Moulding, focusing on efficiency, reliability, and quality
6. Investigate and resolve tool and machine related problems
7. Compile maintenance records for each tool to provide a detailed history of work carried out
8. Identify root causes of technical problems to provide effective solutions
9. Recommend changes to components, tooling, or related equipment
10. Possess knowledge of mechanical engineering and experience in factory/manufacturing environments

Person Specification

• Experience with and understanding of Injection Moulding within the plastics industry
• Knowledge of injection moulding processes
• Understanding of tool design and ability to interpret tool drawings
• Ability to work to high tolerances in a precision engineering environment
• Understanding key process techniques related to Injection Moulding
• Effective communication skills with external toolmakers for repairs and new tooling
• IT proficiency
• Ability to use hand and power tools, including centre lathe, milling machines, and surface grinder
• Willingness to progress and eventually lead a team

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Closing Date: 12/05/2025

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