Position summary

This role involves working as part of the Manufacturing Engineering Team and taking ownership of site toolmaking and refurbishment.

Role Responsibilities

Using tools, equipment and machinery (i.e. milling machine, lathe, pillar drill etc)
Interpreting and working to engineering drawings within the required tolerances
Servicing and repair of site tooling and fixtures
Rectification of production components/equipment (where appropriate)
Ownership of the Master Tooling Register and responsibility of reporting tooling status
Housekeeping of tooling and racking identification
Management of external tooling repairs and logistics with sub-contractors
Oversight of new tooling procurement
Assisting with Manufacturing Engineering projects

Qualifications / Experience

An Apprenticeship (or equivalent practical training)
Minimum of HNC (or equivalent engineering qualification)
Minimum of 3 years relevant experience
An ability to be proactive and work with initiative is a prerequisite
Shall be trained and proficient in the use of all toolroom machinery and hand tools
Experience in adhering to accurate tolerances with different materials
Ability to produce engineering drawings and use precise measuring equipment
Proficient in MS Office - including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel
Ability to work in a responsible manner in terms of Health and Safety
Excellent communication skills
Welding ability, the use of CAD and CNC machining ability would be a distinct advantage

Hours, salary and benefits

Toolmaker

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer