Lufthansa Technik are a global leading provider of maintenance, repair, and overhaul services for the civil aviation industry.
This Toolmaker position is on a permanent basis and has become available due to continued growth and expansion. In this role, you will be responsible for the design, fabrication, maintenance, and repair of precision tools, jigs, and fixtures used in the manufacturing and assembly of aerospace components. Operate both manual and CNC machine tools, including milling machines, lathes, and grinders, as well as hand tools.
Responsible for the manufacture, service and repair of tools, assembly jigs and fixtures during the development of new products and support of existing products.
To give advice on tooling design and manufacture for tools used in Assembly, Machining, Plating and NDT operations.
Collaborate with Engineering, Production, and other team members to develop and improve tooling solutions.
Maintenance and repair of existing production tools.
Liaise with Engineering and Production personnel, to help the Engineering design team on tool design and assist in reviewing/ checking processes.
Tool room experience preferable but good all rounded experience within a workshop environment essential preferably in the aerospace industry.
A good working knowledge of mathematics and workshop practice to at least City and Guilds Engineering standard.
Strong knowledge of machining techniques, materials, and tools.
Working knowledge of welding i.e Gas, Mig Tig, and Stick Welding but not essential.
Disciplines in the use of CNC machinery, Lathes, Grinding, Milling, and other tool room machinery.
Proven ability to interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and other specifications to ensure tools are manufactured to requirements Ability to work from engineering drawings from various sources (Internal / OEM / External companies).
Working experience of manufacture of sheet metal fabrication.
Competitive Salary Package
Discretionary Bonus Scheme
Discounted Flight Benefits
Reduced Gym memberships Retail and Hotel Discounts
Seasonal Company Events