Job Description
Elevation Recruitment Group's skilled shop floor team are currently recruiting the role of a Press Toolmaker to join a global industrial manufacturer based in Sheffield.
Position: Press Toolmaker
Location: Sheffield
Salary: Negotiable
Shift Pattern: Monday - Thursday 06:15 - 16:30
This Press Toolmaker role requires someone who is flexible and enthusiastic to complement the existing team.
Roles and Responsibilities:
* Manufacture new tooling as needed in accordance to issued drawings
* Conduct repairs and maintenance on multistage progression tools
* Perform preventative maintenance on tooling, covering all machining and bench fitting tasks such as grinding, turning and milling
* Utilise precision measuring equipment to maintain tooling to product parts to drawing tolerance
* Conduct thorough testing on tooling prior to release
* Monitor power presses during operation to identify and address problems, report requirements for spares/replacements.
* Assess the lifespan of press tools and arrange replacement parts or fabrication of new parts as required
* Replace pilots, probe pins, springs, designing and making special fixtures to fit to tools
* Adhere strictly to Health and Safety Regulations at all times
Skills and Experience:
* Self-motivated with a drive for excellence
* Exceptional attention to detail
* Strong coordination abilities
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Proficient in working both independently and collaboratively within a team
* Effective problem-solving skills