Toolmaker

Job Overview: On behalf of our client, an established injection moulding manufacturer, we are looking for a Toolmaker to join their team.
Role:

• Carry out Repairs, make improvements and modifications of precision tools, dies, moulds, and fixtures within injection moulding operation.
  
• Analyse blueprints, specifications and material requirements to determine optimal design and production methods.
  
• Program and operate computer-aided design (CAD) and manufacturing (CAM) software.
  
• Use precision measuring instruments, such as micrometres, gauge blocks, drop clocks, shadowgraph to measure, inspect and confirm tooling conforms to CAD data.
  
• Collaborate with technical and production team to ensure quality and functionality of tooling, fixtures or jigs required within the operation.
  
• Implement necessary changes to improve tool performance and efficiency.
  
• Troubleshoot issues with tools and recommend repairs or modifications.
  
• Carry out general tool maintenance and repairs as part of daily task.
  
• Maintain accurate records of tool repairs, modifications, production and performance.
  
• Adhere to safety, quality and production standards.
  
• Continuously learn and stay current with advancements in tool making technology and equipment.
  
• Carry out continuous 5S improvements within the toolroom to support with daily efficiency.
  Experience:
  
• Previous mould tool maintenance / tool making experience
  
• Engineering Qualifications / Time Served Apprenticeship
  
• Knowledge of operating toolroom machinery such as Lathe, Milling, Grinding, Polishing and Spark eroding equipment – Sodic / Charmilles.
  
• Must be familiar with hot runner and valve gate systems – Yudo particularly.
  
• Have knowledge of multi cavitation tooling with a basic understanding of hydraulic & electrical wiring systems.
  
• Enthusiastic, self-motivated, work on own initiative or within a small tooling team.
  
• Understanding of electrical systems
  
• Ability to read and understand 2D drawings
  
• Computer literate with experience of using MS Excel, MS Word & Power Point
  Key Words: “Toolmaker”, “Mould Toolmaker”, “Tool Maker”, “Tooling Engineer”, “Tooling Technician”, “CNC Machinist”, “Injection Moulding”, “Mould Tooling”
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  Sierra 57 Consult –
  Technical Engineering & Manufacturing Recruitment Specialist – Plastics, Packaging & Precision Engineering
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