Tooling Technician - Mould Maintenance & Tool Builds

MGS Mfg. Group; Leixlip; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare subsidy

Private pension scheme

Job summary

MGS Mfg. Group in Leixlip, Co. Kildare, Ireland is seeking a Tooling Support to maintain and repair moulds and support tool changes. You will work with Tooling, report to the Toolroom Manager, and participate in tool trials and validations.

The role requires experience with high-precision moulds, GMP environment, and ability to travel. A toolmaking qualification is preferred but not essential; strong interpersonal and IT skills are required.

Qualifications

• Experience in a GMP-regulated environment is preferred.
• Relevant trade experience is advantageous.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential.
• Willingness to travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain high-precision moulds including multi-cavity and hot runner moulds.
• Compile specifications, procedures and records for each mould and monitor compliance.
• Assemble dies, jigs, gauges and tools using machine and hand tools.
• Support initial tool trials and validations.
• Carry out tool builds and assist with tool changes.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and participate in corrective actions.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

IT skills

Communication skills

Travel ability

Mills/surface grinders/lathes

Lockout/Tagout

Forklift experience

Self-starter

Results oriented

Strong work ethic

Education

Toolmaking qualification (desirable)

Trade qualification in mechanical/electrical/carpentry (desirable)

Job description

MGS Mfg. Group in Leixlip, Co. Kildare, Ireland is seeking a Tooling Support to maintain and repair moulds and support tool changes. You will work with Tooling, report to the Toolroom Manager, and participate in tool trials and validations.

The role requires experience with high-precision moulds, GMP environment, and ability to travel. A toolmaking qualification is preferred but not essential; strong interpersonal and IT skills are required.