Job ref: SC25-5860

Injection Mould Toolmaker

Job Overview: Working alongside our client, a specialist injection moulding manufacturer, we are looking for an Injection Mould Toolmaker to join their team.

 

Remit:

  • As a Toolmaker you will be responsible for the assembly, servicing and modification of injection mould tooling from base components using handheld tools or machines if required
  • This role would suit skilled Injection Moulding Toolmakers however CNC Machinists, Technicians and Precision Engineers will also be considered as training and development can be offered

 

Responsibilities:

  • The successful Toolmaker will manufacture new injection mould tools from technical drawings and 3D cad data to a high level of workmanship in an efficient and cost effective manner
  • Repair, modify and maintain existing production tooling
  • Fully hardened steel production tools
  • Operate all toolroom plant and machinery safely ensuring necessary protective clothing and equipment is used at all times.
  • Maintain a high standard of cleanliness in the toolroom
  • Suggest any possible improvements to tooling or processes
  • Log completed tool maintenance and repair work using the systems and databases provided
  • Ensure correct marking and labelling of tools
  • Be proactive in suggesting improvements in productivity and efficiency, part of the continual improvement program
  • Good housekeeping (5S) – ensure that the factory and surrounding areas are kept tidy and within health and safety guidelines

 

Requirements:

  • Engineering Qualification / Time Served Apprenticeship
  • Have strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
  • Previous injection moulding or press tool making/ maintenance experience
  • Enthusiastic, self-motivated, work on own initiative or within a small tooling team
  • General understanding of how to safely operate toolroom equipment and machinery
  • Have excellent attention to detail and precision
  • Experience in interpreting engineering drawings both 2D and 3D
  • Computer literate with experience of using MS Excel, MS Word & Power

 

Key Words: “Tooling Technician”, “Tool maker”, “Toolmaker”, “Mould Tooling”, “Tooling Maintenance”, ”Tooling Engineer”, “injection moulding”, “CNC”

To apply for this job email your details to katie.francis@sierra57consult.com.

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