Overview
Thomas Dudley Ltd is looking for a skilled Tool Maker to join our Plastics Division, working on precision tooling for plastic injection moulding. This is a hands-on role ideal for a problem solver who takes pride in producing high-quality tooling that keeps production running smoothly. Youll be part of a small, close-knit team, helping maintain, repair, and improve injection moulding tooling, jigs, and fixtures, while supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the division.
What Youll Do
Responsibilities
* Repair, modify, and improve plastic injection moulds, jigs, and fixtures to drawing specifications.
* Complete insert changes and support production teams with tooling requirements.
* Collaborate with tool setters and other colleagues to resolve tooling concerns.
* Operate conventional toolroom machinery including lathes, milling machines, and surface grinders.
* Produce tooling and fixtures to exacting tolerances.
* Provide engineering solutions to enhance moulding and assembly processes.
* Support continuous improvement activities and maintain a tidy, safe toolroom environment.
Qualifications
* Proven toolroom or machine shop experience (essential).
* Skilled in operating conventional machinery; experience with CNC, spark erosion, or CAD/CAM is an advantage.
* Experience with plastic injection moulding tooling desirable.
* Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on precision and quality.
* Ability to work under pressure and meet tight tolerances.
* Proactive team player with a positive outlook, valuing accountability and cross-functional collaboration.
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