We are recruiting for an expereinced Toolmaker to work for our client located in the Wakefield, West Yorkshire area. THE DUTIES: Maintaining all tooling used to make/produce metal components. You need to be able to understand and read engineering drawings, use hand held tools and measuring equiptment. You will be expected to assemble and dis-assemble, repair and maintain tools, dies, jigs & fixtures. THE HOURS: You will work 8am to 5pm (Monday toe Friday). THE SALARY: You will be paid a basic salary of between £26,000 and £32,000 / annum (depending on experience), plus outstanding benefits. To be considered for this role then please apply to Rebecca Brookes.
Apr 05, 2024
Full time
We are recruiting for an expereinced Toolmaker to work for our client located in the Wakefield, West Yorkshire area. THE DUTIES: Maintaining all tooling used to make/produce metal components. You need to be able to understand and read engineering drawings, use hand held tools and measuring equiptment. You will be expected to assemble and dis-assemble, repair and maintain tools, dies, jigs & fixtures. THE HOURS: You will work 8am to 5pm (Monday toe Friday). THE SALARY: You will be paid a basic salary of between £26,000 and £32,000 / annum (depending on experience), plus outstanding benefits. To be considered for this role then please apply to Rebecca Brookes.
Toolroom Manager job based in Oldham. Working for a well established manufacturing company. Client Details Our client is a well established manufacturing company based in Oldham Description Manage employees performing activities in toolmaking disciplines. Develop and execute business plans, policies and procedures and develop organizational and technical strategies. Provide technical management of suppliers and lead process improvements. Develop and maintain relationships and partnerships with customers, stakeholders, peers, partners and direct reports. Provide oversight and approval of technical approaches, products, and processes. Manage, develop, and motivate employees Lead toolroom team to ensure a high level of tool accuracy and performance within the production environment. Providing support for troubleshooting quality issues and breakdowns. Working with experienced toolmakers to assist the day-to-day operation and communicating effectively across all platforms. Manufacturing and repairing injection moulds dies, jigs, fixtures and press tools. Full responsibility for the injection moulding tool making room. Working a bespoke range of injection mould tooling equpment and solutions. Learning to examine and determine sizes and allowances of all products and applications Aligning, measuring and marking out stock, checking dimensions and alignments, using gauges, micrometres and other measuring devices, also using advanced machine tools to create machine complex internal shapes. Examining and understanding detailed drawings or specifications to determine requirements of material and equipment. Basic CNC programming. Checking accuracy and quality of finished products. Assessing the tool for faults and working to ensure corrective action. Planning and undertaking scheduled tooling maintenance within production floor and tool room area. Responding to breakdowns and providing diagnostic support and repairs as required. Maintaining records for planned and preventative tooling schedules, control and reporting of our manufacturing plan/ reporting and recovery KPI's Ensure project delivery objectives are met in collaboration with engineering colleagues. Management of spares, fixtures and fittings / consumables as appropriate. Any other reasonable and relevant duties as and when required. Use of digital platforms within production. Health & Safety Actively lead and engage in onsite safety culture, processes and procedures. Ensure a high standard of housekeeping is maintained in your working area (6S). Ensure all guarding and safety equipment is in place and used when needed. Personal protective equipment to be worn when required. Report all health and safety or maintenance issues. Ensure health and safety requirements are met and understand all relevant safety regulations. Ability to use and utilise Risk Assessments and Method Statements. Profile Time served toolmaker essential. You must be a Toolroom Manager with a plastic injection moulding background. Man Management experience in a Toolroom role and strong leadership skills Higher / Advanced Highers and/or HNC / HND qualifications in relevant subjects. This role requires a high level of accuracy. Use of AutoCAD, CNC programming & Microsoft Office. Interest in engineering, mechanical, programming and/or technical plastics Technical, practical and mathematical skills. Effective communication skills. Motivated individual who is flexible and willing to learn continuous/lean best practices. Ability to demonstrate initiative, self motivated and a positive attitude. Excellent organizational, time management and attention to detail skills. Comfortable in working within a team environment, contributing and sharing best practices, resources and ideas in order to continually improve. The ability to work to set standards and procedures. Receptive and open minded. Adept at making sound decision quickly. Creative approach to problem solving and solutions. Actively contributes as a team player. Job Offer 60,000 to 70,000 plus bonus and benefits
Apr 04, 2024
Full time
Toolroom Manager job based in Oldham. Working for a well established manufacturing company. Client Details Our client is a well established manufacturing company based in Oldham Description Manage employees performing activities in toolmaking disciplines. Develop and execute business plans, policies and procedures and develop organizational and technical strategies. Provide technical management of suppliers and lead process improvements. Develop and maintain relationships and partnerships with customers, stakeholders, peers, partners and direct reports. Provide oversight and approval of technical approaches, products, and processes. Manage, develop, and motivate employees Lead toolroom team to ensure a high level of tool accuracy and performance within the production environment. Providing support for troubleshooting quality issues and breakdowns. Working with experienced toolmakers to assist the day-to-day operation and communicating effectively across all platforms. Manufacturing and repairing injection moulds dies, jigs, fixtures and press tools. Full responsibility for the injection moulding tool making room. Working a bespoke range of injection mould tooling equpment and solutions. Learning to examine and determine sizes and allowances of all products and applications Aligning, measuring and marking out stock, checking dimensions and alignments, using gauges, micrometres and other measuring devices, also using advanced machine tools to create machine complex internal shapes. Examining and understanding detailed drawings or specifications to determine requirements of material and equipment. Basic CNC programming. Checking accuracy and quality of finished products. Assessing the tool for faults and working to ensure corrective action. Planning and undertaking scheduled tooling maintenance within production floor and tool room area. Responding to breakdowns and providing diagnostic support and repairs as required. Maintaining records for planned and preventative tooling schedules, control and reporting of our manufacturing plan/ reporting and recovery KPI's Ensure project delivery objectives are met in collaboration with engineering colleagues. Management of spares, fixtures and fittings / consumables as appropriate. Any other reasonable and relevant duties as and when required. Use of digital platforms within production. Health & Safety Actively lead and engage in onsite safety culture, processes and procedures. Ensure a high standard of housekeeping is maintained in your working area (6S). Ensure all guarding and safety equipment is in place and used when needed. Personal protective equipment to be worn when required. Report all health and safety or maintenance issues. Ensure health and safety requirements are met and understand all relevant safety regulations. Ability to use and utilise Risk Assessments and Method Statements. Profile Time served toolmaker essential. You must be a Toolroom Manager with a plastic injection moulding background. Man Management experience in a Toolroom role and strong leadership skills Higher / Advanced Highers and/or HNC / HND qualifications in relevant subjects. This role requires a high level of accuracy. Use of AutoCAD, CNC programming & Microsoft Office. Interest in engineering, mechanical, programming and/or technical plastics Technical, practical and mathematical skills. Effective communication skills. Motivated individual who is flexible and willing to learn continuous/lean best practices. Ability to demonstrate initiative, self motivated and a positive attitude. Excellent organizational, time management and attention to detail skills. Comfortable in working within a team environment, contributing and sharing best practices, resources and ideas in order to continually improve. The ability to work to set standards and procedures. Receptive and open minded. Adept at making sound decision quickly. Creative approach to problem solving and solutions. Actively contributes as a team player. Job Offer 60,000 to 70,000 plus bonus and benefits
We are recruiting for an expereinced Toolmaker to work for our client located in the Wakefield, West Yorkshire area. THE DUTIES: Maintaining all tooling used to make/produce metal components. You need to be able to understand and read engineering drawings, use hand held tools and measuring equiptment. You will be expected to assemble and dis-assemble, repair and maintain tools, dies, jigs & fixtures. THE HOURS: You will work 8am to 5pm (Monday toe Friday). THE SALARY: You will be paid a basic salary of between £26,000 and £32,000 / annum (depending on experience), plus outstanding benefits. To be considered for this role then please apply to Rebecca Brookes.
Apr 03, 2024
Full time
We are recruiting for an expereinced Toolmaker to work for our client located in the Wakefield, West Yorkshire area. THE DUTIES: Maintaining all tooling used to make/produce metal components. You need to be able to understand and read engineering drawings, use hand held tools and measuring equiptment. You will be expected to assemble and dis-assemble, repair and maintain tools, dies, jigs & fixtures. THE HOURS: You will work 8am to 5pm (Monday toe Friday). THE SALARY: You will be paid a basic salary of between £26,000 and £32,000 / annum (depending on experience), plus outstanding benefits. To be considered for this role then please apply to Rebecca Brookes.
Elevate your career in precision engineering with a role that not only challenges your expertise but also rewards your commitment and contributions. A prestigious manufacturing firm, located at the site in Rotherham, near junction 1 off the M18, is seeking a dedicated Tooling Technician/Toolmaker to join their dynamic team. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in maintaining a variety of production tooling, ensuring it is primed for use, as well as crafting jigs, fixtures, and gauges from engineering drawings. This position demands a proactive approach to driving continuous improvement and fostering a 'best in class' manufacturing ethos. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the meticulous maintenance of tooling to optimise production efficiency, updating the moulding core kanban, and actively participating in the company's mission to enhance environmental performance. The role requires adherence to stringent health and safety standards, with the initiative to propose and implement improvements. Candidates must be apprentice-trained mechanical engineers or toolmakers, with a proven track record in toolmaking, particularly with injection moulds and/or die-casting tools. A keen ability to interpret engineering drawings and utilise micrometres and workshop measuring equipment is essential. Manual toolroom machining skills and IT proficiency, particularly in MS Office, are also required. In recognition of the skills and dedication brought to the team, the company offers a competitive salary, shares in the business, and a comprehensive package that includes generous holiday entitlement, life assurance, private health care, a non-contributory 15% pension scheme, and more. Employees benefit from exceptional training and global development opportunities, an enhanced family policy, and gym membership, ensuring a harmonious work/life balance. This role operates on a two-week shift pattern, with the potential for weekend work to meet business needs. If you are a skilled craftsman eager to make a significant impact in a leading manufacturing environment, this role is tailored for you. Aqumen Business Solutions is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Mar 31, 2024
Full time
Elevate your career in precision engineering with a role that not only challenges your expertise but also rewards your commitment and contributions. A prestigious manufacturing firm, located at the site in Rotherham, near junction 1 off the M18, is seeking a dedicated Tooling Technician/Toolmaker to join their dynamic team. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in maintaining a variety of production tooling, ensuring it is primed for use, as well as crafting jigs, fixtures, and gauges from engineering drawings. This position demands a proactive approach to driving continuous improvement and fostering a 'best in class' manufacturing ethos. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the meticulous maintenance of tooling to optimise production efficiency, updating the moulding core kanban, and actively participating in the company's mission to enhance environmental performance. The role requires adherence to stringent health and safety standards, with the initiative to propose and implement improvements. Candidates must be apprentice-trained mechanical engineers or toolmakers, with a proven track record in toolmaking, particularly with injection moulds and/or die-casting tools. A keen ability to interpret engineering drawings and utilise micrometres and workshop measuring equipment is essential. Manual toolroom machining skills and IT proficiency, particularly in MS Office, are also required. In recognition of the skills and dedication brought to the team, the company offers a competitive salary, shares in the business, and a comprehensive package that includes generous holiday entitlement, life assurance, private health care, a non-contributory 15% pension scheme, and more. Employees benefit from exceptional training and global development opportunities, an enhanced family policy, and gym membership, ensuring a harmonious work/life balance. This role operates on a two-week shift pattern, with the potential for weekend work to meet business needs. If you are a skilled craftsman eager to make a significant impact in a leading manufacturing environment, this role is tailored for you. Aqumen Business Solutions is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
CNC Miller Programmer We are working with a organisation who have been established for over 35 years and have gone from strength to strength. My client specialise in servicing a wide spectrum in all moulding materials. They are toolmakers and precision engineers specialising in the design and manufacture of all production tooling. We are currently looking for experienced CNC Miller Programmer to join this company based in Wigan. Key skills required of the CNC Miller Programmer: - Must have over 5+ years hands on working experience as a CNC Miller - Must have 5+ years experience with Setting and Operating Mills - Experience as a Programmer is required around 5+ years - Ability to write programs from scratch - Any experience off Heidenhain is required - Must have an excellent background in engineering Manufacturing The successful CNC Miller Programmer's main duties would include, programming and setting CNC Machining centers producing low volume, high value complex components to tight tolerances by studying engineering drawings and Computer generated Models and applying knowledge of materials and machining This is an excellent company they 'do' what they say and there is no doubt the rate will be reviewed and increased for the right person. Please send your CV to Technical Ltd for immediate consideration.
Mar 31, 2024
Full time
CNC Miller Programmer We are working with a organisation who have been established for over 35 years and have gone from strength to strength. My client specialise in servicing a wide spectrum in all moulding materials. They are toolmakers and precision engineers specialising in the design and manufacture of all production tooling. We are currently looking for experienced CNC Miller Programmer to join this company based in Wigan. Key skills required of the CNC Miller Programmer: - Must have over 5+ years hands on working experience as a CNC Miller - Must have 5+ years experience with Setting and Operating Mills - Experience as a Programmer is required around 5+ years - Ability to write programs from scratch - Any experience off Heidenhain is required - Must have an excellent background in engineering Manufacturing The successful CNC Miller Programmer's main duties would include, programming and setting CNC Machining centers producing low volume, high value complex components to tight tolerances by studying engineering drawings and Computer generated Models and applying knowledge of materials and machining This is an excellent company they 'do' what they say and there is no doubt the rate will be reviewed and increased for the right person. Please send your CV to Technical Ltd for immediate consideration.
Are you looking for a new and exciting challenge, with a forward-thinking organisation within the high tech engineering sector? The Hyde Group are established industry experts and have multiple vacancies for a fully skilled Toolmaker working at one of our manufacturing facilities in Denton. About us We have successfully supplied to the Aerospace industry for over 50 years. We are currently on track to achieve our strong growth plans and we pride ourselves on delivering right first time solutions and going the extra mile to delight our customers About the opportunity This is a great opportunity to join a reputable business with a strong set of core values in a friendly supportive environment. We have a strong focus on developing our people with the potential to further your career. Our basic rate of pay and overtime rate of pay is competitive and we have purpose-built sites that offer free car parking . As a Toolmaker, you will be involved with the manufacture of jigs, fixtures and ground support equipment for the aerospace industry. You will have experience of using a range of machinery and hand tools and have strong assembly/fitting skills. You will also be familiar with patternmaking/mould making. You will also have the ability to read aerospace engineering drawings and have worked in an Aerospace tooling environment or similar industry. What we offer Competitive salary. Generous annual leave entitlement. Exciting benefits package with access to discounts from leading retailers. Purpose built sites with free parking. Discounted gym membership. Excellent career development opportunities available. Diversity and Inclusion The Hyde Group are committed to creating an inclusive environment where our employees can reach their full potential. We welcome applications from candidates from a diverse range of backgrounds in particular groups who are currently under represented in our sector. All our roles require the need to obtain BPSS clearance which includes DBS check and 3 years employment references. If this sounds like the ideal opportunity for you, then we would love to hear from you.
Mar 31, 2024
Full time
Are you looking for a new and exciting challenge, with a forward-thinking organisation within the high tech engineering sector? The Hyde Group are established industry experts and have multiple vacancies for a fully skilled Toolmaker working at one of our manufacturing facilities in Denton. About us We have successfully supplied to the Aerospace industry for over 50 years. We are currently on track to achieve our strong growth plans and we pride ourselves on delivering right first time solutions and going the extra mile to delight our customers About the opportunity This is a great opportunity to join a reputable business with a strong set of core values in a friendly supportive environment. We have a strong focus on developing our people with the potential to further your career. Our basic rate of pay and overtime rate of pay is competitive and we have purpose-built sites that offer free car parking . As a Toolmaker, you will be involved with the manufacture of jigs, fixtures and ground support equipment for the aerospace industry. You will have experience of using a range of machinery and hand tools and have strong assembly/fitting skills. You will also be familiar with patternmaking/mould making. You will also have the ability to read aerospace engineering drawings and have worked in an Aerospace tooling environment or similar industry. What we offer Competitive salary. Generous annual leave entitlement. Exciting benefits package with access to discounts from leading retailers. Purpose built sites with free parking. Discounted gym membership. Excellent career development opportunities available. Diversity and Inclusion The Hyde Group are committed to creating an inclusive environment where our employees can reach their full potential. We welcome applications from candidates from a diverse range of backgrounds in particular groups who are currently under represented in our sector. All our roles require the need to obtain BPSS clearance which includes DBS check and 3 years employment references. If this sounds like the ideal opportunity for you, then we would love to hear from you.
Elevate your career in precision engineering with a role that not only challenges your expertise but also rewards your commitment and contributions. A prestigious manufacturing firm, located at the site in Rotherham, near junction 1 off the M18, is seeking a dedicated Tooling Technician/Toolmaker to join their dynamic team. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in maintaining a variety of production tooling, ensuring it is primed for use, as well as crafting jigs, fixtures, and gauges from engineering drawings. This position demands a proactive approach to driving continuous improvement and fostering a 'best in class' manufacturing ethos. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the meticulous maintenance of tooling to optimise production efficiency, updating the moulding core kanban, and actively participating in the company's mission to enhance environmental performance. The role requires adherence to stringent health and safety standards, with the initiative to propose and implement improvements. Candidates must be apprentice-trained mechanical engineers or toolmakers, with a proven track record in toolmaking, particularly with injection moulds and/or die-casting tools. A keen ability to interpret engineering drawings and utilise micrometres and workshop measuring equipment is essential. Manual toolroom machining skills and IT proficiency, particularly in MS Office, are also required. In recognition of the skills and dedication brought to the team, the company offers a competitive salary, shares in the business, and a comprehensive package that includes generous holiday entitlement, life assurance, private health care, a non-contributory 15% pension scheme, and more. Employees benefit from exceptional training and global development opportunities, an enhanced family policy, and gym membership, ensuring a harmonious work/life balance. This role operates on a two-week shift pattern, with the potential for weekend work to meet business needs. If you are a skilled craftsman eager to make a significant impact in a leading manufacturing environment, this role is tailored for you. Aqumen Business Solutions is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Mar 31, 2024
Full time
Elevate your career in precision engineering with a role that not only challenges your expertise but also rewards your commitment and contributions. A prestigious manufacturing firm, located at the site in Rotherham, near junction 1 off the M18, is seeking a dedicated Tooling Technician/Toolmaker to join their dynamic team. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in maintaining a variety of production tooling, ensuring it is primed for use, as well as crafting jigs, fixtures, and gauges from engineering drawings. This position demands a proactive approach to driving continuous improvement and fostering a 'best in class' manufacturing ethos. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the meticulous maintenance of tooling to optimise production efficiency, updating the moulding core kanban, and actively participating in the company's mission to enhance environmental performance. The role requires adherence to stringent health and safety standards, with the initiative to propose and implement improvements. Candidates must be apprentice-trained mechanical engineers or toolmakers, with a proven track record in toolmaking, particularly with injection moulds and/or die-casting tools. A keen ability to interpret engineering drawings and utilise micrometres and workshop measuring equipment is essential. Manual toolroom machining skills and IT proficiency, particularly in MS Office, are also required. In recognition of the skills and dedication brought to the team, the company offers a competitive salary, shares in the business, and a comprehensive package that includes generous holiday entitlement, life assurance, private health care, a non-contributory 15% pension scheme, and more. Employees benefit from exceptional training and global development opportunities, an enhanced family policy, and gym membership, ensuring a harmonious work/life balance. This role operates on a two-week shift pattern, with the potential for weekend work to meet business needs. If you are a skilled craftsman eager to make a significant impact in a leading manufacturing environment, this role is tailored for you. Aqumen Business Solutions is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Toolmaker Location: Wokingham - Berkshire - RG41 2QY Salary: Competitive, DOE + Benefits Contract: Permanent, Full Time Hours: 37.5 per week Benefits: • Permanent position • 25 days annual holiday entitlement, plus bank holidays • Employer contributed pension scheme • Competitive salaries for a 37.5-hour week • Excellent overtime rates • Sage employee benefits including discounts across a range of retailers, restaurants, gym, and cinema as well as 24 x7 online GP and Confidential Employee Assistance programme. • Cycle to Work Scheme • Progression & development opportunities • On-site parking • Friendly environment in a family run business Surelock McGill Ltd is a world leader in high security locking systems that protect the nation from threats. As a family run business for over 60 years we have a busy team that we are looking to expand and have a variety of full and part time production roles available. An exciting position has become available for a full-time experienced press Toolmaker based in Wokingham, to work in a small friendly Toolroom within a high security manufacturing company. Toolmaker - The Role: The position requirements will be the manufacture of form and cutting tools, jigs, and fixings to support production. Our Toolroom has a mixture of manual and CNC machines including wire erosion. All new tooling has fully dimensioned drawings to work from, however the ability to understand tooling functionality is essential. Due to workload and machine capacity the Toolroom works as a team so you may not start and finish the same job, a flexible attitude to work is important along with the ability to work unsupervised. So, what would you be doing? • Working to engineering drawings, precise tolerances and operating a range of manual and CNC machinery. • Repair and maintain press tools, die repairs. • Routine servicing and regrinding tools. • Verifies conformance of machined and /or repaired tools to specifications by checking dimensions/clearances/alignments. • Report breakdown root causes, equipment faults and concerns to management. • Ensure all work is undertaken to a high-quality standard and adheres to all quality standard regulations. • Ensures al tooling is safe and production ready at the time returned for production use, following correct preventative maintenance (PM) process. Toolmaker - Skills/Qualifications: The Ideal Candidate will have a flexible attitude to work, along with the ability to work unsupervised. Essential skills - Tools & Technology All new tooling has fully dimensioned drawings to work from, however the ability to understand tooling functionality is essential. • Experienced in the use of hand tool skills. • Ability to read and understand engineering drawings. • Experience in working with Toolroom machinery and equipment milling machine, lathe, surface grinder, etc. Desirable Skills • Practical hands-on approach to problem solving. • Posse strong communication skills • Able to manage and prioritise multiple skills. If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience to be successful in this role click on APPLY today, forwarding an up to date copy of your CV for consideration in the first instance. We are an Equal Opportunity Company No Agencies Please.
Mar 21, 2024
Full time
Toolmaker Location: Wokingham - Berkshire - RG41 2QY Salary: Competitive, DOE + Benefits Contract: Permanent, Full Time Hours: 37.5 per week Benefits: • Permanent position • 25 days annual holiday entitlement, plus bank holidays • Employer contributed pension scheme • Competitive salaries for a 37.5-hour week • Excellent overtime rates • Sage employee benefits including discounts across a range of retailers, restaurants, gym, and cinema as well as 24 x7 online GP and Confidential Employee Assistance programme. • Cycle to Work Scheme • Progression & development opportunities • On-site parking • Friendly environment in a family run business Surelock McGill Ltd is a world leader in high security locking systems that protect the nation from threats. As a family run business for over 60 years we have a busy team that we are looking to expand and have a variety of full and part time production roles available. An exciting position has become available for a full-time experienced press Toolmaker based in Wokingham, to work in a small friendly Toolroom within a high security manufacturing company. Toolmaker - The Role: The position requirements will be the manufacture of form and cutting tools, jigs, and fixings to support production. Our Toolroom has a mixture of manual and CNC machines including wire erosion. All new tooling has fully dimensioned drawings to work from, however the ability to understand tooling functionality is essential. Due to workload and machine capacity the Toolroom works as a team so you may not start and finish the same job, a flexible attitude to work is important along with the ability to work unsupervised. So, what would you be doing? • Working to engineering drawings, precise tolerances and operating a range of manual and CNC machinery. • Repair and maintain press tools, die repairs. • Routine servicing and regrinding tools. • Verifies conformance of machined and /or repaired tools to specifications by checking dimensions/clearances/alignments. • Report breakdown root causes, equipment faults and concerns to management. • Ensure all work is undertaken to a high-quality standard and adheres to all quality standard regulations. • Ensures al tooling is safe and production ready at the time returned for production use, following correct preventative maintenance (PM) process. Toolmaker - Skills/Qualifications: The Ideal Candidate will have a flexible attitude to work, along with the ability to work unsupervised. Essential skills - Tools & Technology All new tooling has fully dimensioned drawings to work from, however the ability to understand tooling functionality is essential. • Experienced in the use of hand tool skills. • Ability to read and understand engineering drawings. • Experience in working with Toolroom machinery and equipment milling machine, lathe, surface grinder, etc. Desirable Skills • Practical hands-on approach to problem solving. • Posse strong communication skills • Able to manage and prioritise multiple skills. If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience to be successful in this role click on APPLY today, forwarding an up to date copy of your CV for consideration in the first instance. We are an Equal Opportunity Company No Agencies Please.
Toolmaker Medway £40-42k DOE + bens ARE YOU A TIME SERVED TOOLMAKER WITH A PASSION FOR PROBLEM SOLVING? ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A COMPANY WHO WILL VALUE YOU AND OFFER OPPORTUNITIES TO HIGHLIGHT YOUR SKILLSET, AS WELL AS INVEST IN YOUR FUTURE? LOOK NO FURTHER! We are proud to represent a successful and inclusive business, who are incredibly established in their field click apply for full job details
Feb 01, 2024
Full time
Toolmaker Medway £40-42k DOE + bens ARE YOU A TIME SERVED TOOLMAKER WITH A PASSION FOR PROBLEM SOLVING? ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A COMPANY WHO WILL VALUE YOU AND OFFER OPPORTUNITIES TO HIGHLIGHT YOUR SKILLSET, AS WELL AS INVEST IN YOUR FUTURE? LOOK NO FURTHER! We are proud to represent a successful and inclusive business, who are incredibly established in their field click apply for full job details
Candour are recruiting for a Toolmaker for our well known client in the Tredegar area. Role: Working as part of the Toolroom team responsible for servicing and maintenance of all injection moulding and press tools on site Main Responsibilities: Part the current core toolmaking team we have on site - To be able to carry out tasks unsupervised, the ability to work without immediate support to resolve all tooling breakdowns during week. To complete improvement tasks/planned maintenance (when not tackling tooling breakdowns). Support Tooling engineer in achieving all maintenance tasks on tooling - Good communication, flexibility, team ethics to achieve goals. Understanding of injection moulding tools - Familiar with fault finding tooling / stripping / planned maintenance Understanding of press / deep drawing tools - Experience of press tooling, maintenance and repair would be beneficial Good understanding of all maintenance tools - Planned maintenance, predictive maintenance, autonomous maintenance, kaizen Carry out maintenance health and safety, environmental tasks - Understanding of legionella checks, fire alarm system checks, permits to work, risk assessments; correct PPE; lock out tag out; environmental hazards and controls on site. Basic computer literacy skills - To support team in updating various spreadsheets (weekly maintenance workload, team efficiencies) Education and Qualifications: Must have undertaken a 4 year indentured apprenticeship, City & Guilds or O.N.C in mechanical or electrical engineering a benefit Experience of working in an injection moulding / manufacturing environment will be an advantage. To work on own initiative Problem solving techniques Preventative maintenance techniques (predictive, planned) To mentor apprentices on site Analytical thinking and problem solving Conscientiousness Flexibility Initiative Planning & Organising Trustworthiness Written Communication Verbal Communication Self Confidence Team work and collaboration Hours of work: Monday - Thursday 07.00 - 16.45 37 hours per week If you have the relevant experience and qualifications, please apply online! IND1
Dec 19, 2022
Full time
Candour are recruiting for a Toolmaker for our well known client in the Tredegar area. Role: Working as part of the Toolroom team responsible for servicing and maintenance of all injection moulding and press tools on site Main Responsibilities: Part the current core toolmaking team we have on site - To be able to carry out tasks unsupervised, the ability to work without immediate support to resolve all tooling breakdowns during week. To complete improvement tasks/planned maintenance (when not tackling tooling breakdowns). Support Tooling engineer in achieving all maintenance tasks on tooling - Good communication, flexibility, team ethics to achieve goals. Understanding of injection moulding tools - Familiar with fault finding tooling / stripping / planned maintenance Understanding of press / deep drawing tools - Experience of press tooling, maintenance and repair would be beneficial Good understanding of all maintenance tools - Planned maintenance, predictive maintenance, autonomous maintenance, kaizen Carry out maintenance health and safety, environmental tasks - Understanding of legionella checks, fire alarm system checks, permits to work, risk assessments; correct PPE; lock out tag out; environmental hazards and controls on site. Basic computer literacy skills - To support team in updating various spreadsheets (weekly maintenance workload, team efficiencies) Education and Qualifications: Must have undertaken a 4 year indentured apprenticeship, City & Guilds or O.N.C in mechanical or electrical engineering a benefit Experience of working in an injection moulding / manufacturing environment will be an advantage. To work on own initiative Problem solving techniques Preventative maintenance techniques (predictive, planned) To mentor apprentices on site Analytical thinking and problem solving Conscientiousness Flexibility Initiative Planning & Organising Trustworthiness Written Communication Verbal Communication Self Confidence Team work and collaboration Hours of work: Monday - Thursday 07.00 - 16.45 37 hours per week If you have the relevant experience and qualifications, please apply online! IND1
We are recruiting for an expereinced Toolmaker to work for our client located in the Wakefield, West Yorkshire area. THE DUTIES: Maintaining all tooling used to make/produce metal components. You need to be able to understand and read engineering drawings, use hand held tools and measuring equiptment. You will be expected to assemble and dis-assemble, repair and maintain tools, dies, jigs & fixtures. THE HOURS: You will work 8am to 5pm (Monday toe Friday). THE SALARY: You will be paid a basic salary of between £26,000 and £32,000 / annum (depending on experience), plus outstanding benefits. To be considered for this role then please apply to Rebecca Brookes
Dec 14, 2022
Full time
We are recruiting for an expereinced Toolmaker to work for our client located in the Wakefield, West Yorkshire area. THE DUTIES: Maintaining all tooling used to make/produce metal components. You need to be able to understand and read engineering drawings, use hand held tools and measuring equiptment. You will be expected to assemble and dis-assemble, repair and maintain tools, dies, jigs & fixtures. THE HOURS: You will work 8am to 5pm (Monday toe Friday). THE SALARY: You will be paid a basic salary of between £26,000 and £32,000 / annum (depending on experience), plus outstanding benefits. To be considered for this role then please apply to Rebecca Brookes
Toolmakers Technicians are predominantly involved in the highly skilled, complex and specialist detailed work of manufacturing and maintaining the engineering tooling used to produce components, products and assemblies. You will develop a full understanding of operational manufacturing equipment with responsibility for the repair maintenance and modification of tools as well as creation of jigs and click apply for full job details
Dec 11, 2022
Full time
Toolmakers Technicians are predominantly involved in the highly skilled, complex and specialist detailed work of manufacturing and maintaining the engineering tooling used to produce components, products and assemblies. You will develop a full understanding of operational manufacturing equipment with responsibility for the repair maintenance and modification of tools as well as creation of jigs and click apply for full job details
Brief Role Description: Due to business growth, we need an enthusiastic Toolmaker Double Days who is looking to get stuck in to an exciting, busy, and friendly team. Responsibilities: Provide Injection Mould tool repairs as directed. Maintain all Injection Mould tooling as directed. Ensuring all Injection Moulding tools are running efficiently when in Production run mode. Responsible for the completion and recording of all TPM checks. Undertake fault analysis and corrective actions when required. About You: Time served apprentice in a Tool Room is essential with proven track record. Previous experience in repairing Injection Mould tools of varying sizes. Good mechanical knowledge with tool assembly and diagnosis experience Practical knowledge of Injection Mould Tool Design and Processes Diagnostic methodology in repairing tools. Job Application: If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply to send a copy of your full CV - or call us now. Whilst this position may not be of interest to you or suit your skills and experience, please don t hesitate to get in contact with a member of the team at Willcox Matthews to understand how we can support you. We receive a large number of applications for all of our positions Therefore, if you have not received a response within 10 working days, your application has unfortunately been unsuccessful on this occasion. Candidates must be eligible to work and live in the UK
Dec 01, 2022
Full time
Brief Role Description: Due to business growth, we need an enthusiastic Toolmaker Double Days who is looking to get stuck in to an exciting, busy, and friendly team. Responsibilities: Provide Injection Mould tool repairs as directed. Maintain all Injection Mould tooling as directed. Ensuring all Injection Moulding tools are running efficiently when in Production run mode. Responsible for the completion and recording of all TPM checks. Undertake fault analysis and corrective actions when required. About You: Time served apprentice in a Tool Room is essential with proven track record. Previous experience in repairing Injection Mould tools of varying sizes. Good mechanical knowledge with tool assembly and diagnosis experience Practical knowledge of Injection Mould Tool Design and Processes Diagnostic methodology in repairing tools. Job Application: If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply to send a copy of your full CV - or call us now. Whilst this position may not be of interest to you or suit your skills and experience, please don t hesitate to get in contact with a member of the team at Willcox Matthews to understand how we can support you. We receive a large number of applications for all of our positions Therefore, if you have not received a response within 10 working days, your application has unfortunately been unsuccessful on this occasion. Candidates must be eligible to work and live in the UK
Response Personnel are recruiting for a Gun Driller. Do you have a passion for precision engineering, an understanding of either the gundrilling process or if not in either horizontal jig boring, toolmaker or manual milling /drilling experience and you can work to tight tolerances? Right now, due to continuous expansion we are actively hiring for a gun driller as are looking to expand our precision engineering team. As a Gun Driller you will ideally have: Experience as a gun driller would be preferred but not essential, either/or manual or CNC Experience in either running and setting or horizontal jig borers / Time served Toolmaker experience / Manual milling, drilling machine, would be beneficial as training will be given Being familiar with Mollart machinery would be an advantage. Being familiar with Mollart &/or Botec tooling would be an advantage. Familiar with Fanuc CNC controls would be an advantage. It is essential that you have worked within a machine shop environment with an extensive knowledge of the engineering techniques and processes. Experienced in using gauging and measurement equipment required for verification including Bore Micrometers (Bowers / Diatest) Have a hands-on, quality driven, positive, self-motivated manner in order to be able to hit the ground running Package and Benefits: Salary depending on experience - £30k-£35k per annum. The position is full-time and permanent. The hours will be; Day Shift: Monday- Thursday - 8.00am - 5.00pm & Friday - 8.00am - 2.30pm Holidays are 20 days + 8 Bank Holidays + Bonus holiday over the Christmas Period Pension Scheme Health Care Scheme Excellent working conditions Apply now cnc / cnc turner / gun drilling / gun driller / BORING / manual machinist / toolmaker
Dec 01, 2022
Full time
Response Personnel are recruiting for a Gun Driller. Do you have a passion for precision engineering, an understanding of either the gundrilling process or if not in either horizontal jig boring, toolmaker or manual milling /drilling experience and you can work to tight tolerances? Right now, due to continuous expansion we are actively hiring for a gun driller as are looking to expand our precision engineering team. As a Gun Driller you will ideally have: Experience as a gun driller would be preferred but not essential, either/or manual or CNC Experience in either running and setting or horizontal jig borers / Time served Toolmaker experience / Manual milling, drilling machine, would be beneficial as training will be given Being familiar with Mollart machinery would be an advantage. Being familiar with Mollart &/or Botec tooling would be an advantage. Familiar with Fanuc CNC controls would be an advantage. It is essential that you have worked within a machine shop environment with an extensive knowledge of the engineering techniques and processes. Experienced in using gauging and measurement equipment required for verification including Bore Micrometers (Bowers / Diatest) Have a hands-on, quality driven, positive, self-motivated manner in order to be able to hit the ground running Package and Benefits: Salary depending on experience - £30k-£35k per annum. The position is full-time and permanent. The hours will be; Day Shift: Monday- Thursday - 8.00am - 5.00pm & Friday - 8.00am - 2.30pm Holidays are 20 days + 8 Bank Holidays + Bonus holiday over the Christmas Period Pension Scheme Health Care Scheme Excellent working conditions Apply now cnc / cnc turner / gun drilling / gun driller / BORING / manual machinist / toolmaker
Morgan Advanced Materials
Stourport-on-severn, Worcestershire
Overview: Morgan Advanced Materials is a world leader in advanced materials science and engineering of ceramics, carbon and composites. We operate in a series of well-defined markets where our applications expertise offers our customers a valuable differentiator, engineering high-specification materials, components and sub-assembly parts that solve their challenging technical problems. The Seals and Bearings business of Morgan Advanced Materials makes high-performance self-lubricating bearing and seal components, predominantly used in pumps, industrial and domestic, or other sealing applications. We use advanced carbon/graphite, silicon carbide, alumina and zirconia materials to engineer lightweight, low-friction bearings and seals. These materials help solve the problems associated with the use of lubricants in extreme temperatures, corrosive or hygienic environments where access is restricted, and are engineered into products which provide customer-specific solutions. Group Key Figures: Revenue £910m (2020), 7,500 employees, manufacturing in 30+ countries, and customers in 100+ countries. A UK PLC with head office located in Windsor, Berkshire UK. Listed on London Stock Exchange; Member of the FTSE 250 Index. Responsibilities: Overview and Scope of Role: The Toolmaker role is a demanding and extremely varied role, which will require you to provide tooling for different types and sizes of machinery on site. The preferred candidate will be an apprentice trained engineer capable of working with good mechanical engineering skills, being able to help overhaul and maintain our press tooling. Ultimately, this role will have a valuable impact on our core operational targets. Operations Service and repair tooling (strip down, clean, lubricate and rebuild) Support new project tooling from commissioning stages through to start of production Manufacture new tooling and ancillary spares Ensure company targets are met in respect of quality of parts produced Qualifications: EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS Essential Qualifications Apprenticeship or equivalent in an engineering discipline Essential Experience This is a hands on job requiring engineering skill levels to craft level or similar/higher Conversant with H&S rules, regulations and best practices Knowledge of manual handling Able to confidently work to engineering drawings Be confident and experienced in working with; bench fitting, turning, milling, surface grinding and be able to perform these tasks to a competent standard Desirable Experience Cylindrical grinding CNC machining Wire eroder Spark eroder Knowledge of press tooling Person Specification Ability to record information clearly and concisely Excellent communicator Flexible to work out of normal contracted hours when production requires. Well presented with a positive, proactive and professional approach Ability to build and maintain successful relationships with colleagues Demonstrates a high degree of integrity and a consistent approach Effective verbal & written communication skills Demonstrates the Morgan Values: Integrity - Can present the unvarnished truth in an appropriate and helpful manner. Is widely trusted. Collaboration - Works cooperatively with and through others to get things done. Innovation - Is always looking for new ways to do things. Ambition - Has the inspiration to believe our business can become more than it is today. Safety - Role models safe behaviours - leads others to ThinkSafe.
Sep 24, 2022
Full time
Overview: Morgan Advanced Materials is a world leader in advanced materials science and engineering of ceramics, carbon and composites. We operate in a series of well-defined markets where our applications expertise offers our customers a valuable differentiator, engineering high-specification materials, components and sub-assembly parts that solve their challenging technical problems. The Seals and Bearings business of Morgan Advanced Materials makes high-performance self-lubricating bearing and seal components, predominantly used in pumps, industrial and domestic, or other sealing applications. We use advanced carbon/graphite, silicon carbide, alumina and zirconia materials to engineer lightweight, low-friction bearings and seals. These materials help solve the problems associated with the use of lubricants in extreme temperatures, corrosive or hygienic environments where access is restricted, and are engineered into products which provide customer-specific solutions. Group Key Figures: Revenue £910m (2020), 7,500 employees, manufacturing in 30+ countries, and customers in 100+ countries. A UK PLC with head office located in Windsor, Berkshire UK. Listed on London Stock Exchange; Member of the FTSE 250 Index. Responsibilities: Overview and Scope of Role: The Toolmaker role is a demanding and extremely varied role, which will require you to provide tooling for different types and sizes of machinery on site. The preferred candidate will be an apprentice trained engineer capable of working with good mechanical engineering skills, being able to help overhaul and maintain our press tooling. Ultimately, this role will have a valuable impact on our core operational targets. Operations Service and repair tooling (strip down, clean, lubricate and rebuild) Support new project tooling from commissioning stages through to start of production Manufacture new tooling and ancillary spares Ensure company targets are met in respect of quality of parts produced Qualifications: EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS Essential Qualifications Apprenticeship or equivalent in an engineering discipline Essential Experience This is a hands on job requiring engineering skill levels to craft level or similar/higher Conversant with H&S rules, regulations and best practices Knowledge of manual handling Able to confidently work to engineering drawings Be confident and experienced in working with; bench fitting, turning, milling, surface grinding and be able to perform these tasks to a competent standard Desirable Experience Cylindrical grinding CNC machining Wire eroder Spark eroder Knowledge of press tooling Person Specification Ability to record information clearly and concisely Excellent communicator Flexible to work out of normal contracted hours when production requires. Well presented with a positive, proactive and professional approach Ability to build and maintain successful relationships with colleagues Demonstrates a high degree of integrity and a consistent approach Effective verbal & written communication skills Demonstrates the Morgan Values: Integrity - Can present the unvarnished truth in an appropriate and helpful manner. Is widely trusted. Collaboration - Works cooperatively with and through others to get things done. Innovation - Is always looking for new ways to do things. Ambition - Has the inspiration to believe our business can become more than it is today. Safety - Role models safe behaviours - leads others to ThinkSafe.
Mould Toolmaker The successful candidate must have the knowledge and experience of manufacturing new injection moulding tools from concept / design all the way through to completion. Working as part of a small team and be responsible for the manufacture of new tools alongside repair, maintenance and improvement to customers existing tooling. Relevant Job Titles: Tooling Engineer, Injection Mould Toolmaker, Tooling Technician, Build Technician. Key Responsibilities for this Mould Toolmaker role: * Working on multi-cavity tools and hot runner systems * Working from 2D/3D CAD Designs, read and interpret drawings to measure and mark out the design for the tools * Program and run various CNC equipment. * Setting of numerically controlled EDM machinery * Responsible for supporting the maintenance, repair and modification of injection mould tools, enabling production to meet customer demands and targets * To ensure that the repair and maintenance of injection mould production tools is carried out in line with production requirement in the allocated time frame * To be proactive in making tooling modifications to improve scrap cycle time and tool reliability * To ensure that housekeeping within the area is maintained in a satisfactory condition * To ensure a safe working environment exists for self and colleagues in line with the Company Health & Safety processes and procedures * Any other duties as requested by management Experience needed to be a successful Mould Toolmaker candidate: * Strong experience with multi-cavity tools and hot runners * Previous experience in an injection moulding environment * Accuracy, efficiency, adaptability and attention to detail * Proven experience in setting and operating tool making machines (CNC, lathes, mills, grinders, spark eroder, wire eroder,). * Proven experience in machining precision parts in line with engineering drawings. * Demonstrate excellent bench 'hand skills' i.e. filing and forming Job Application: If you would like to apply for the role, please send a copy of your full CV or contact the following consultant
Jan 20, 2022
Full time
Mould Toolmaker The successful candidate must have the knowledge and experience of manufacturing new injection moulding tools from concept / design all the way through to completion. Working as part of a small team and be responsible for the manufacture of new tools alongside repair, maintenance and improvement to customers existing tooling. Relevant Job Titles: Tooling Engineer, Injection Mould Toolmaker, Tooling Technician, Build Technician. Key Responsibilities for this Mould Toolmaker role: * Working on multi-cavity tools and hot runner systems * Working from 2D/3D CAD Designs, read and interpret drawings to measure and mark out the design for the tools * Program and run various CNC equipment. * Setting of numerically controlled EDM machinery * Responsible for supporting the maintenance, repair and modification of injection mould tools, enabling production to meet customer demands and targets * To ensure that the repair and maintenance of injection mould production tools is carried out in line with production requirement in the allocated time frame * To be proactive in making tooling modifications to improve scrap cycle time and tool reliability * To ensure that housekeeping within the area is maintained in a satisfactory condition * To ensure a safe working environment exists for self and colleagues in line with the Company Health & Safety processes and procedures * Any other duties as requested by management Experience needed to be a successful Mould Toolmaker candidate: * Strong experience with multi-cavity tools and hot runners * Previous experience in an injection moulding environment * Accuracy, efficiency, adaptability and attention to detail * Proven experience in setting and operating tool making machines (CNC, lathes, mills, grinders, spark eroder, wire eroder,). * Proven experience in machining precision parts in line with engineering drawings. * Demonstrate excellent bench 'hand skills' i.e. filing and forming Job Application: If you would like to apply for the role, please send a copy of your full CV or contact the following consultant
Brief Role Description: We're supporting our client, who are now in the market for a Toolmaker to join their growing team. Responsibilities: Manufacture new tooling and ancillary spares to support production activity Responsible for the repair, maintenance and improvement of press tools and mould tools. Evaluate repair jobs to determine extent of work involved in order to return tool to Production Plan your work effectively and efficiently to meet the needs of the Toolroom and the business, as a whole, and to ensure costs are kept within budget and to achieve key dates whist maintaining the highest quality of workmanship Operate manual mills, grinders and lathes Use of calibrated measuring equipment and understanding of Engineering Tool drawings To comply with all current working instructions operable within the business Comply fully with all current health, safety & environmental regulations in operation within the business whilst carrying out your duties Job Application: If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply to send a copy of your full CV - or call us now. Whilst this position may not be of interest to you or suit your skills and experience, please don't hesitate to get in contact with a member of the team at Willcox Matthews to understand how we can support you. We receive a large number of applications for all of our positions - Therefore, if you have not received a response within 10 working days, your application has unfortunately been unsuccessful on this occasion. Candidates must be eligible to work and live in the UK
Dec 06, 2021
Full time
Brief Role Description: We're supporting our client, who are now in the market for a Toolmaker to join their growing team. Responsibilities: Manufacture new tooling and ancillary spares to support production activity Responsible for the repair, maintenance and improvement of press tools and mould tools. Evaluate repair jobs to determine extent of work involved in order to return tool to Production Plan your work effectively and efficiently to meet the needs of the Toolroom and the business, as a whole, and to ensure costs are kept within budget and to achieve key dates whist maintaining the highest quality of workmanship Operate manual mills, grinders and lathes Use of calibrated measuring equipment and understanding of Engineering Tool drawings To comply with all current working instructions operable within the business Comply fully with all current health, safety & environmental regulations in operation within the business whilst carrying out your duties Job Application: If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply to send a copy of your full CV - or call us now. Whilst this position may not be of interest to you or suit your skills and experience, please don't hesitate to get in contact with a member of the team at Willcox Matthews to understand how we can support you. We receive a large number of applications for all of our positions - Therefore, if you have not received a response within 10 working days, your application has unfortunately been unsuccessful on this occasion. Candidates must be eligible to work and live in the UK
An established engineering organisation is seeking an experienced tooling engineer to join the team within Barrow-in-Furness, The role will play an important part in an evergrowing and evolving team within the town that is at the forefront of industry platying a key part in executing flagship projects efectively. The successful candidate will. - Maintain existing Tooling and molding equipment. - Play a key part in developing new tools for the site. - take part in on site continuous imporvement tasks. - Ensure that all high levels of quality are adheared to and maintained at all times.
Dec 02, 2021
Full time
An established engineering organisation is seeking an experienced tooling engineer to join the team within Barrow-in-Furness, The role will play an important part in an evergrowing and evolving team within the town that is at the forefront of industry platying a key part in executing flagship projects efectively. The successful candidate will. - Maintain existing Tooling and molding equipment. - Play a key part in developing new tools for the site. - take part in on site continuous imporvement tasks. - Ensure that all high levels of quality are adheared to and maintained at all times.