Toolmaker

About the role

The purpose of this role is to assist the Tooling Manager in the development of the Plant by maintaining the plant's tooling requirements, evaluating tooling improvements and assisting in implementation methods and processes, and providing technical expertise with regards to tooling operation. This role is responsible for working on various tooling projects at Preston and working collaboratively with the production team and other departments.

Key responsibilities

• Breakdown repairs of tooling
• Preventative maintenance of tooling
• Ensure that tooling is properly maintained within manufacturing and engineering standards
• Operate conventional machines: lathes, milling, drilling, grinding and other machines as used in the process of manufacturing tooling
• Provide suggestions for tooling improvements
• Investigate product, equipment, and process failure
• Maintain up-to-date workshop drawings for the manufacture of tooling replacement and spares
• Assist with tooling modifications, as required
• Evaluate safety issues in relation to all tooling requirements
• Participate in all safety and quality programs

About you

• Trade qualifications with a Certificate in Tool Making (Press Tooling - preferred) / Fitter and Turner
• Extensive knowledge of press tooling, processes, and technologies
• Extensive knowledge in the design of press and forming tooling
• Good use and understanding of computer systems and programs
• Sound knowledge of engineering and production processes
• Excellent understanding of design interpretation – 2D & 3D
• Attention to detail
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Team player with good interpersonal skills
• Holder of a current driver license