Toolmaker (Plastic Injection Mould)

Hunter Selection; Pontarfynach; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4-day working week

Company pension

Sick pay

Training programmes

Starting salary £35,000-£45,000

Job summary

Hunter Selection is recruiting a Toolmaker for plastic injection mould tooling in Blaenau Gwent. The role focuses on manufacturing, assembling, modifying and maintaining mould tools to drawings and tolerances, with emphasis on reliability and tool life.

The position offers a 4-day working week (Mon-Thu), a starting salary of £35,000-£45,000, pension, sick pay, and ongoing training to support career progression within a major global manufacturer.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Toolmaker.
• Experience working on injection mould tooling.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture, assemble, modify, and repair injection mould tools to defined drawings, specifications, and tolerances.
• Carry out preventive and corrective maintenance on mould tools to ensure reliability, consistency, and extended tool life.
• Diagnose tooling issues affecting quality, cycle time, or scrap and implement effective corrective actions.
• Support tool trials, set-ups, and validation activities in conjunction with Engineering and Production.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective actions for tooling-related non-conformities or customer complaints.

Skills

Toolmaker experience

Injection mould tooling

Job description

Toolmaker (Plastic Injection Mould)

4 day working week (Mon - Thurs)

Blaenau Gwent

28519/620

£35,000 - £45,000 plus pension and more

Benefits Package:

• A starting salary of between £35,000 - £45,000
• 4 day working week (Mon - Thurs)
• Company pension scheme
• Sick Pay
• Excellent training programmes

A major global manufacturer with a strong UK presence is looking to strengthen its team with the key acquisition of a Toolmaker. Known for operational excellence, premium quality products, and continuous improvement, this employer offers a dynamic environment where performance is recognised and success is shared.

This is your chance to join a business that invests in its people, values technical expertise, and delivers real career progression.

Role & Responsibilities:

• Manufacture, assemble, modify, and repair injection mould tools to defined drawings, specifications, and tolerances.
• Carry out preventive and corrective maintenance on mould tools to ensure reliability, consistency, and extended tool life.
• Diagnose tooling issues affecting quality, cycle time, or scrap and implement effective corrective actions.
• Support tool trials, set‑ups, and validation activities in conjunction with Engineering and Production.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective actions for tooling‑related non‑conformities or customer complaints.

A full job description can be provided upon request

Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• Previous experience as a Toolmaker
• Experience working on injection mould tooling