Mould Finisher

Mould Fitter/ Finisher

Role Summary:
As a Mould Finisher/Fitter, you will be responsible for machining moulds using various machines within the Toolroom workshop. This involves constructing, maintaining, and repairing Plastic Injection Mould Tools. The role encompasses a range of duties to ensure the quality and precision of the machined parts.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Set up and operate CNC machines, specifically Hurco equipment, and Rhino CAD software to produce mould bolster plates.
• Utilize a variety of machines and processes, including radial drilling, turning, grinding, fitting, polishing, lifting, and tool building.
• Conduct radial drilling of plates, ensuring conformity with drawing specifications and mould standards.
• Operate manual milling, drilling, sawing, lathe turning, and grinding machinery.
• Interpret program setups, mould specifications, and drawings for the manufacture of mould tooling.
• Collaborate with Toolmakers to machine and finish injection tooling bolster plates.
• Conduct quality checks on machined parts to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Perform routine mechanical maintenance and cleaning on machinery, consulting with the Workshop Supervisor as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness and tidiness of machines and workshop area.
• Adhere to safety protocols, including wearing appropriate safety gear and following health and safety regulations.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Experience working in an engineering machine shop environment, with proficiency in different machining processes.
• Ability to read measuring tools, micrometers, and calipers to ensure precision.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work with precision and accuracy.

General:

• Work closely with the Workshop Supervisor for daily work planning and prioritization.
• During periods of low activity, may be assigned general production work in the workshop.
• Normal working hours are 40 hours per week, with overtime required during busy periods.
• Minimum 5 hours of overtime per week, potentially including 4 hours on Saturday mornings (7 AM - 11 AM) as needed.

For more information, please contact Megan at Recra.

About Recra Consulting:

At RECRA, we have a drive and passion to establish and build long lasting relationships. We are different to other agencies as we commit ourselves to working in and outside of office hours to ensure we are proactively finding the best talent on the market. Its our candidates that define RECRA with strong referencing provided with any candidates we represent to ensure we only work and represent the best. We work closely with our candidates and through various interviewing techniques and relationship building we can really find out what make them tick. What’s been missing from previous roles and what is really key in the next role. Our client relationships are ones that are built on honesty, transparency and dedication. We are committed to fully understanding the in’s and out’s of a business, finding out why people love working there and the type of people that will nourish in their environment. RECRA have a strong ethical approach to recruitment and really engage with candidates and clients to ensure a congenial connection.

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