Job overview
Working with our client, a manufacturer of injection mould tools, we are looking for a Toolmaker to join their established team to support continued business growth.
Company overview
- Manufacture, modify, repair and maintain precision-engineered components and tooling, specialising in wire EDM and die-sink/spark EDM operations, including tooling used within injection moulding
- Manage jobs from drawing interpretation and programming through to machine setting, machining, reverse engineering and final inspection
- This is an excellent opportunity for an Injection Mould Toolmaker to join an established team with opportunities for further training, development and career progression
Role responsibilities
- You will required to set up, program and operate wire EDM and spark EDM machines
- You will run machining jobs and check finished parts to make sure they meet quality standards
- Read and understand engineering drawings and measurements
- Carry out toolmaking and machining work, including hand fitting, surface and cylindrical grinding, and CNC turning
- Recreate parts and tooling when drawings are not available, using existing components to work out the required sizes
- Check finished components using measuring equipment to ensure they meet the required specifications
- Identify and fix machining problems, making adjustments where needed
- Keep machines clean, carry out basic maintenance and report any faults
- Keep production records and update job and quality documentation
Benefits/package
- Company pension scheme
- Discretionary Bonus
- 22 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Start and finish time flexibility
- 1.5x Overtime rate
Qualifications/experience required
- Proven experience manufacturing, repairing and maintaining injection mould tooling
- CNC or semi-CNC turning experience, particularly XYZ ProTURN
- Experience with Agie Charmilles wire EDM machinery and Fikus CAD/CAM
- Experience in precision engineering, toolmaking or a similar engineering environment
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, dimensions and tolerances
- Strong attention to detail with a high standard of workmanship
- Proactive approach to identifying improvements in tooling, processes and productivity
- Ability to work safely and effectively with toolroom machinery and equipment
- Good understanding of housekeeping, 5S and maintaining a clean and organised working environment
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