Toolmaker Specialist
4 weeks ago
Ripley, Derbyshire, United Kingdom
Billy Associates LTD
Full time
Job Title: Toolmaker Specialist
Job Summary: We are seeking a skilled Toolmaker Specialist to join our team at Billy Associates LTD. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating precision tools and dies for our manufacturing production process.
Main Responsibilities:
- Read engineering drawings to produce parts required using lathes, drills, milling machines, and grinding machines.
- Conduct test runs with completed tools or dies to ensure that parts meet specifications; adjust as necessary.
- Fabricate and assemble parts to make, repair, or modify dies, jigs, gauges, and tools, using machine tools and hand tools.
- Set up and operate conventional, CNC, or NC machine tools to cut, bore, grind, or otherwise shape parts to given tolerances and specifications.
- Inspect finished dies and calibrators for correct fittings, surface finish, contour conformity, and defects.
Key Skills and Knowledge:
- Ability to problem solve.
- Basic numeracy, literacy, and ICT skills.
- Good communication and listening skills.
- Good attention to detail and hand to eye co-ordination.
- Ability to use precise measuring instruments.
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes, especially the uPVC industry.
About Us: Billy Associates LTD is a leading manufacturer of precision tools and dies. We are committed to providing our customers with high-quality products and excellent service.