Optimas is currently searching for an experienced Toolmaker for the production and repair of cold forging tool sets.
This position reports to the Tooling & Design Manager.
Main responsibilities:
1. Manufacture and fitting of production tooling to very tight tolerances.
2. Use and daily maintenance of all tool room equipment, including conventional lathes, milling machines, surface and cylindrical grinders, and hydraulic presses.
3. Possible use of CNC, VMC, EDMs, and bar-feed lathes, including setting, programming, and operating.
4. Self-certification of work in accordance with the Quality and Continual Improvement commitments.
5. Assist management and staff in identifying and implementing measures to improve productivity, quality, and working methods as part of the continual improvement and TQM programs.
6. Maintain high production rates with consistently high accuracy and quality in line with company requirements.
7. Work with minimal supervision within the overall team structure.
8. Understand work requirements and duties thoroughly, and communicate training needs to undertake duties effectively.
Ideal candidate competencies:
* Strategic vision
* Building organizational capacity
* Collaboration and influence
* Customer value and market focus
Skills and qualifications:
* Accurate machining on lathes, surface, and cylindrical grinders, and milling machines.
* Ability to read engineering drawings to BS 308 standards.
* Preferred: OND or ONC in Engineering (Mechanical/Production/Manufacturing) or equivalent.
* Preferred: Recognized apprenticeship in the relevant field.
* Preferred: NVQ Level 2 or higher in a relevant discipline.
Variation of duties:
* This job description covers primary responsibilities but may be adjusted as necessary, including adding or removing functions, as part of overall responsibilities.
This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute significantly to a global organization within a challenging and fast-paced environment.
Optimas OE Solutions is committed to equal employment opportunities (EEO) and prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. We comply with applicable laws governing non-discrimination in employment across all locations.
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