Toolmaker
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- England,East Midlands,Derbyshire
- Full Time, Permanent
- £41,516.80 - £43,688.45 per annum
Job Description:
Full job descriptionElevation Recruitment are working on behalf of a Derbyshire based manufacturer to recruit an experienced Toolmaker. This role offers the chance to join a well-established business with long-term stability and a competitive package.
SHIFT: 4 on, 4 off, 06:00 - 18:00
SALARY: £19.96 p/hr
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The successful candidate will be responsible for the manufacture, maintenance and repair of tooling, jigs and fixtures, while supporting production through fault finding, tool improvement and technical problem solving across extrusion and moulding processes.
*Diagnose and resolve tooling issues impacting extrusion and moulding performance
*Inspect tools for wear, damage and defects, taking corrective action where required
*Maintain tooling to precise tolerances and quality standards
*Work collaboratively with engineering and production teams to support continuous improvement
*Contribute technical input to tooling modifications and new product development activity
*Recommend improvements to tooling design and manufacturing methods to enhance efficiency and reduce waste
*Keep accurate records of repairs, modifications and tooling performance
*Investigate production faults to determine root cause and identify tooling-related issues
*Interpret engineering drawings to manufacture and repair tooling components
*Operate manual workshop machinery and EDM equipment safely and effectively
REQUIREMENTS:
*Level 3 qualification in Engineering, a recognised Toolmaking apprenticeship, or equivalent hands-on experience
*Good understanding of plastic extrusion processes, tooling principles and material behaviour
*Experience working with plastics and related tooling materials within manufacturing
*Strong precision machining skills including turning, milling, grinding and spark erosion
*Proven fault-finding ability with a practical and methodical approach to problem solving
*Confidence reading and interpreting engineering and technical drawings
*Previous experience in a toolmaking role within extrusion, plastics or a comparable production setting
*Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with a strong focus on quality and safety
If this role is of interest please click apply or contact Amy for more information
SHIFT: 4 on, 4 off, 06:00 - 18:00
SALARY: £19.96 p/hr
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The successful candidate will be responsible for the manufacture, maintenance and repair of tooling, jigs and fixtures, while supporting production through fault finding, tool improvement and technical problem solving across extrusion and moulding processes.
*Diagnose and resolve tooling issues impacting extrusion and moulding performance
*Inspect tools for wear, damage and defects, taking corrective action where required
*Maintain tooling to precise tolerances and quality standards
*Work collaboratively with engineering and production teams to support continuous improvement
*Contribute technical input to tooling modifications and new product development activity
*Recommend improvements to tooling design and manufacturing methods to enhance efficiency and reduce waste
*Keep accurate records of repairs, modifications and tooling performance
*Investigate production faults to determine root cause and identify tooling-related issues
*Interpret engineering drawings to manufacture and repair tooling components
*Operate manual workshop machinery and EDM equipment safely and effectively
REQUIREMENTS:
*Level 3 qualification in Engineering, a recognised Toolmaking apprenticeship, or equivalent hands-on experience
*Good understanding of plastic extrusion processes, tooling principles and material behaviour
*Experience working with plastics and related tooling materials within manufacturing
*Strong precision machining skills including turning, milling, grinding and spark erosion
*Proven fault-finding ability with a practical and methodical approach to problem solving
*Confidence reading and interpreting engineering and technical drawings
*Previous experience in a toolmaking role within extrusion, plastics or a comparable production setting
*Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with a strong focus on quality and safety
If this role is of interest please click apply or contact Amy for more information
Job number 3746135
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