Tooling Technician

Job Title: Toolmaker

Location: West Drayton

Pay Range: Competitive

Contract Type: Perm

My client, a leading company in the injection moulding industry, is seeking an experienced Toolmaker to join their team. This role will involve the repair, maintenance, and manufacturing of press tools and mould tools, ensuring the smooth running of production and the delivery of high-quality products.

As a Toolmaker (Repair and Manufacture), you will be responsible for evaluating, repairing, and improving tooling, while operating various manual machinery and ensuring that work is completed to the highest standard.

Key Responsibilities Toolmaker

• Manufacture new tooling and ancillary spares to support production activity.
• Responsible for the repair, maintenance, and improvement of press tools and mould tools.
• Evaluate repair jobs to determine the extent of work required to return tools to production.
• Plan and organize your work efficiently to meet the needs of the Toolroom and the overall business, ensuring costs are kept within budget and key dates are achieved.
• Operate manual mills, grinders, and lathes for the creation and repair of tooling.
• Use calibrated measuring equipment and interpret Engineering Tool drawings.
• Comply with all current working instructions and procedures within the business.
• Adhere to health, safety, and environmental regulations while carrying out your duties.
• Work effectively with the wider engineering and production teams to ensure timely delivery of tooling to support production.

Qualifications & Requirements Toolmaker

• Proven experience as a Toolmaker in the injection moulding or similar manufacturing environment.
• Strong experience with press tools, mould tools, and ancillary tooling.
• Proficient in operating manual mills, grinders, and lathes.
• Knowledge of calibrated measuring equipment and the ability to read and understand Engineering Tool drawings.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to plan, prioritize, and execute tasks effectively while meeting deadlines.
• Understanding of health, safety, and environmental regulations in a manufacturing environment

What we can offer Toolmaker

• Competitive salary
• 31 days holiday
• Flexible holiday buy/sell scheme
• Recognition and reward scheme
• Opportunities for internal and external learning and development
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work & Tech Scheme

For more information on this role, please contact Harvey Clough on (phone number removed) or send a copy of your CV to (url removed)

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