Do you have experience working in an injection moulding environment? Have you got previous experience managing and leading a toolroom? If so, then please read on!

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Job Title: Tooling Engineer – Senior Toolmaker

Industry: Manufacturing - Injection Moulding

Location: Merthyr Tydfil

Hours: Monday to Thursday (8.00am - 4.45pm) and Friday (8.00am - 12.00)

Salary: Up to £40,000 DOE

Holidays: 26 + 8 banks holidays – shut downs include, 1 week in May, 2 weeks in August, 2 days in October and Christmas.

Benefits: Pension, free onsite parking, clean, modern manufacturing facilities.

Overview:

Working for a large manufacturing business, the Tooling Engineer will be responsible for the design and process of manufacturing tooling for injection moulding machinery. They will supervise the day to day running of the toolroom which includes 5 manual machinists. Duties to also include:

• Developing new tooling designs tailored to client or project needs.
• Creating prototypes and testing innovative designs for quality assurance.
• Liaising with teams at manufacturing sites to gather data and refine designs.
• Building relationships with vendors and contractors to secure the best deals.
• Supporting production with engineering expertise and troubleshooting.

The ideal candidate / Tooling Engineer may have some of the following, however, please note these are only desirable and not essential as all applications will be looked at individually:

• Previous experience working in a Toolroom in a manufacturing environment
• A strong communicator with the ability to coach and lead.
• Qualified to HNC/HND level in Toolmaking, Manufacturing or an Engineering discipline
• Practical experience in a manufacturing environment (Injection Moulding preferable)

Location: Merthyr Tydfil, Tredegar, Blackwood and Surrounding Areas.

If you are interested in the Tooling Engineer role, please apply immediately due to the urgency of this role.