Tool Maker

WHO WE ARE:

Crane ChemPharma & Energy is a division within the Process Flow Technologies Business Segment of Crane Co, a US multi-national which specializes in highly engineered products in niche markets.

Learn more about Crane via our website

Crane ChemPharma & Energy designs, manufactures, and distributes a range of process valves, actuators, pipe and pumps globally. The ChemPharma brands include Saunders, Xomox, Resistoflex, Depa and Westlock, manufacturing products for a wide range of applications primarily within the Chemical Pharmaceutical industries. The Energy brands include CryoFlo, Krombach, Engineered Check and Pacific valves, in a division focused on the cryogenic, oil, gas & power markets.

Learn more about ChemPharma Flow Solutions at: cranecpe.com

Position summary

This roleinvolves 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

WHAT WE OFFER:

• A highly ethical company that stresses transparent and honest communication
• An environment of continuous learning with extensive, ongoing training
• A commitment to diversity and inclusion at all levels of the organization
• A dedication to good corporate citizenship, including ongoing corporate philanthropy and respect for the environment

WHERE ARE WE BASED:

The role is based at our brand-new, purpose-built facility in Cwmbran, South Wales. In commuting distance from Cardiff, Newport, Bristol, Bath, South Gloucestershire and South Wales regions.