Toolmaker

Acorn is currently seeking a Tool Maker on behalf of their client based in Hengoed. The main purpose of this role is to carry out any work or duties delegated by the Engineering Manager, safely, in the correct way, to the high standard required.
Role duties:

- Maintain existing production tooling
- Operate all toolroom plant and machinery safely ensuring necessary protective clothing and equipment is used at all times
- Maintain a high standard of cleanliness in the toolroom
- Suggest any possible improvements to tooling or processes, for assessment by the Engineering Manager
- Operate tool maintenance programs referring to the production plan to ensure tools are prepared and cleaned ready for production and maintained to a high standard
- Log completed tool maintenance and repair work using the systems and databases provided
- Ensure correct marking and labelling of tools
- Ensure all stock items, tool inserts and spare parts are returned to the correct location and stored safely
- Be proactive in suggesting improvements in productivity and efficiency, part of THE continual improvement program (CIP)
- Good housekeeping (5S) - ensure that the factory and surrounding areas are kept tidy and within health and safety guidelines
For more information on this job role, please get in touch with Jon Romans at Acorn, or submit your CV and a member of the team will be in touch.
Acorn Recruitment acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.