The Toolmaker is responsible for the maintenance and repair of mould tooling as appropriate.
Key Responsibilities and End Results: (Essential responsibilities include but are not limited to the following):
* Manufacture and repair of jigs, fixtures, gauges etc. as required.
* Assist other departments as required including programmes, maintenance and assembly.
* Have the ability to dismantle, clean / repair and reassemble complex multi-impression tooling.
* Ability to identify and rectify basic mould problems including flashing conditions, galling, venting & cooling problems.
* Maintain accurate computerised records as part of the company’s preventive maintenance program.
* Support the spare parts inventory system through assigning of all parts used and scheduled stocktakes.
* Ability to set up and operate lathes, milling machines, electrical discharge machines and surface grinders.
* Interpret drawings, evaluate machining methods on assignments and assist other toolmakers and apprentices in the operation and setup of toolroom equipment.
* Perform precision work to exacting tolerances and dimensions.
* Observe all health and safety requirements including LOTO procedures and maintain any work area in a neat and orderly condition.
* Support all company safety and quality programs and initiatives.
* Ensure ongoing compliance with GMP in all practices, recording of events and processes.
* Ensure compliance with all learnings from all GMP training events.
* Other responsibilities may be assigned from time to time as needed, based on the evolution of the company and the requirements of the department/position.
Job Specifications: The minimum education and experience required to perform this job competently.
* Qualified Time Served Toolmaker.
* 3 years’ experience in an Injection Moulding Environment.
* Ability to operate manual spark erosion machine.
* Experience in a cGMP environment desirable.
* Experience with hot runner system maintenance an advantage.
Skills/Attributes:
* Ability to work within a small skilled group and offer support where required.
* Good organisational and communication skills.
* Problem solving ability and ability to work on own initiative.
* Ability to upgrade skills on an on-going basis.
* High level of safe working practices and awareness.
* Computer skills to support role – Microsoft Office etc.
Organization Linkages: List the titles of individuals and organizations with which this position has the most frequent and significant contact. Briefly describe the nature of those contacts.
* Reports to Moulding Engineering Manager
* Toolroom Team
* Operations and Managers
* Quality Team and Managers
* Programs Team and Managers
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