Job Description

Job Title: Toolmaker

Salary: 35,000 - 37,528 per annum dependant on experience

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Excellent benefit package

About us:

Vernacare are passionate about delivering sustainable solutions in the area of Infection Prevention, Clinical Waste Management and Surgical Solutions. As pioneers for healthcare environments, we have a proven history of developing products that have helped to improve the lives of patients, residents, and healthcare professionals globally. Due to growth, we are expanding our team.

About you:

We are looking for a skilled and dedicated Toolmaker to join our manufacturing team. The Toolmaker will be responsible for repairing, modifying, and maintaining existing production tooling, as well as manufacturing jigs, fixtures, and new plastic injection mould tooling. The ideal candidate will ensure that all tools required for production are available when needed, contributing to the efficiency and effectiveness of our operations.

What's in it for you:

Company pension. Cycle to work scheme. EAP Free flu jabs. Life insurance. On-site parking. Referral programme. Sick pay. Company uniform.

Role specifications:

Planned Preventative Maintenance

Conduct regular maintenance and servicing of plastic injection mould tooling to ensure optimal performance and longevity.

Improvement of Tooling

Identify and implement improvements to existing tools to enhance production efficiency and quality.

Manufacturing Spare Parts

To manufacture spare parts, both to drawing and through means of using own initiative, by taking measurements of existing parts and making new ones to the same standard.

Safety Checks & Inspections

Perform safety checks and inspections on all Toolroom machinery to ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations.

Breakdown Resolution

Quickly and effectively resolve and repair breakdowns to minimize production downtime and maintain workflow.

Safety Compliance

Work safely at all times, following company procedures and best practices to ensure a safe working environment.

Resource Safeguarding

Safeguard company resources by maintaining tools and equipment in good condition and reporting any issues promptly.

Communication

Communicate effectively with production teams and other stakeholders to ensure alignment on tooling requirements and production schedules.

Collaboration with External Contractors

Work with external contractors as necessary to support tooling projects and maintenance activities.

Toolroom Stock Procurement

Assist with procuring Toolroom stock, ensuring that necessary materials and supplies are available for ongoing projects.

Maintenance Record Keeping

Keep maintenance records up to date, documenting all servicing, repairs, and modifications performed on tooling.

Teamwork and Initiative

Work independently and as part of a team, demonstrating initiative and problem-solving skills while adhering to a shift pattern.

Key Skills and qualifications:

Proven experience as a Toolmaker or in a similar role within a manufacturing environment. Strong knowledge of plastic injection mould tooling and maintenance practices. Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure. Strong communication skills for effective collaboration with team members and stakeholders. Familiarity with safety regulations and best practices in a manufacturing setting.

Desirable

Experience with injection moulding.

CNC Milling experience

Autodesk Inventor

Education:

Essential

ONC in Mechanical Engineering

NVQ level 3.

City and guilds 228

Strong Engineering background.

Desirable

HNC in Mechanical Engineering

Shifts are as below

Working hours are 6am-2pm =Early, 8.30am-4.30pm=Days, 2pm-10pm=Afternoon, and the pattern is DDEDA on a five-week pattern. No nights. Bank holidays off. Weekends off.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 35,000.00-37,528.00 per year

Benefits:

Bereavement leave Company pension Cycle to work scheme Free parking Life insurance On-site parking Referral programme Sick pay
Work Location: In person