Toolmaker

Job Reference: WM – 2938

Location: County Limerick

Salary: £Negotiable

Job Type: Permanent

Job Description

Toolmaker – Job Summary:

We’re supporting our client –  a leading manufacturing business in Dromcolliher, Limerick – who are looking for a Toolmaker to join their growing team. The successful Toolmaker will have experience in the manufacture and repair of injection mould tools.

Salary:                         £Negotiable

Benefits:                      To be discussed at interview

Job Type:                    Permanent

Location:                     Dromcolliher, Limerick

Job Start date:            ASAP

Responsibilities:

  • To manufacture, repair and service all tools – with the ability to dismantle, clean, repair and reassemble multi-impression tooling.
  • Attending mould breakdowns to identify the root cause and solve the problem including flashing conditions, gating, venting and cooling problems.
  • Using machinery such as lathes, presses, milling machines and grinders.
  • Work effectively with all team members to assist in the continuous improvement.
  • Carry out Preventative Maintenance on tooling as per PM Schedule.
  • Any other duties as assigned by the maintenance and toolroom manager.
  • Maintain Moulds as defined in the General Maintenance Procedure.
  • Record all maintenance activity in appropriate files and compile reports.
  • Support the spare parts inventory system through assigning of all parts used and scheduled stock takes. • Ensure the safety of the working area.
  • Implement tool room housekeeping practices.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Ensure compliance to the Health and Safety, Quality, Environmental and Energy Management systems
  • Following engineering drawings to measure and mark out the design for the tool.

About You:

  • Ability to work as part of a team and on one’s own initiative
  • Qualified toolmaker, equivalent with 3-5+ years post-qualification experience in an Injection Moulding Environment.
  • Experience required with hot runner system maintenance.
  • Referenceable track record in problem-solving.
  • Experience in factory environment an advantage
  • Self-motivated, high energy, positive attitude with initiative for timely completion of goods
  • Excellent practical skills
  • Ability to show accuracy and attention to detail in work.
  • Ability to work to high specifications and quality requirements
  • Good hand-eye coordination with an interest and an aptitude for engineering and practical work

Job Application:

If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with 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.

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