Job Overview
My client are a leading designer and manufacturer of packaging for the UK retail market. For the last 4 decades, this business has been at the forefront of innovation, sustainability, and manufacturing processes within their sector.
Responsibilities
* Work alongside Tool Room staff when necessary to support workflow and meet deadlines.
* Take ownership of developing approved concepts into fully manufacturable thermoformed production tools.
* Lead the standardisation of new and existing tool designs, including auxiliary components.
* Research, develop, and improve tooling solutions, materials, and methods.
* Challenge costing matrices prior to designing each tool set to identify efficiency improvements.
* Specify tooling and accessories to external subcontractors as required.
* Troubleshoot new tool commissioning to reduce setup times and minimise downtime.
* Ensure all materials and components for tool manufacture and assembly are ordered and delivered on time.
* Provide the CNC Department with complete tool packs, including checklists, bills of materials, and relevant technical information.
* Review and implement tooling improvements suggested by Production and Planning teams.
* Work collaboratively with management and staff to improve teamwork, communication, and achievement of company goals.
Qualifications
* 3‑5 years of experience in a similar role within the manufacturing sector, preferably in thermoforming or injection moulding environments.
* Qualifications in either a vocational or engineering‑focused discipline.
* Strong knowledge of CNC processes, tooling materials and production.
* Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively across multiple departments.
* Leadership capabilities with a commitment to continuous improvement and leading a small team.
Benefits
My client are offering an excellent salary and benefits package.
If you are interested in this role, please apply below or contact Kris Feaviour at Jaxdene Solutions.
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