Apprentice Toolmaker

In this role, you will have the opportunity to develop and refine your skills in manufacturing and assembly of plastic injection and elastomer moulds, press-tools, and other tooling components. You will work with a variety of machining and bench fitting techniques, including manual and CNC machines such as mills, lathes, and grinders.

• Develop and demonstrate the ability to set and operate CNC and manual/hybrid lathes, grinders, and mills, with a focus on working independently.
• Attend a technical college one day per week to develop engineering and academic abilities and achieve accreditation in relevant courses.
• Complete all coursework and practical workpieces to a good standard and in a timely manner as required by the college.
• Develop the ability to assemble, disassemble, and inspect a range of mould and press tools.
• Familiarize yourself with and develop hand tool skills relevant to an engineering environment.
• Learn and develop problem-solving abilities related to the repair, maintenance, and modification of existing tooling.
• Comply with all corporate and local site Health & Safety, Environmental, and Quality policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Understand and comply with appropriate process control plans.
• Understand and comply with all machine instructions and ensure proper use of equipment and assets.
• Understand and comply with process work instructions, maintenance, and safety schedules.
• Develop skills to read and understand engineering drawings and develop knowledge of design principles.
• Act in accordance with the Company's Code of Conduct and Guiding Principles.
• Carry out HSE and Workplace Inspections.
• Report and where appropriate resolve near-miss accidents, incidents, or HSE irregularities and prevent future occurrences.
• Ensure that your work area(s) are always kept clean and tidy.
• Ensure your PPE is used and maintained correctly.
• Be receptive to improvement opportunities and show a learning mindset in order to actively develop processes to increase automation and utilization of equipment.
• Support and contribute to Lean Sigma programs and activities.
• Support the business in meeting all quality, delivery, and cost objectives.
• Report issues, problems, or irregularities within your area of control and escalate matters where required via the LDMS escalation process.
• Ensure any Company-linked courses or training are completed on time and to the standard expected by the educational supplier and Company.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Required: A formal engineering, technical design, maths, or physics qualification at college level, or significant relevant experience and knowledge in an engineering environment.
• Desirable: NVQ/BTEC Level 2 or 3 in an engineering discipline.

• Required: Knowledge of engineering machinery, mills, and lathes; knowledge of manual and CNC control systems; strong aptitude for mathematics and technical processes; experience and knowledge of mechanical systems, including use of basic hand tools; able to provide own transportation to attend college and other training requirements; experienced and conversant PC user.
• Desirable: Experience in using engineering machinery; experience in technical drawing disciplines, 3D modelling, or engineering software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar; knowledge of mould and press tools and their applications; knowledge of ferrous and non-ferrous materials and their properties.