Machine Tool Setter

Alliance Personnel are seeking a skilled Tool Setter to join one of their clients based in Birmingham The ideal candidate will possess a strong mechanical knowledge and experience with various hand tools and tooling processes. Job Overview: Working as part of the Production Team, the Machine Tool Setter will be responsible for a range of tasks including tool changes on mechanical presses. The Tool Setter will also ensure that all materials and other relevant requirements are available for press operators in a timely and efficient manner Job Duties: * Responsibility for mounting, aligning and securing tools in the production press, making the relevant technical and mechanical adjustments as needed. * Regular measurement of work pieces – in conjunction with Quality Control - to determine accuracy of machine operation using calipers, micrometer height gauges, templates, or other relevant instruments. * Detailed observation of machine operation to detect work piece defects or machine malfunctions. * Responsibility for operation of forklift (Training provided if no licnese) * Responsibility for removal of tools from machines when production run is finished * Responsibility for inspection of first and last piece from latest production run with the assistance of Quality Control. Job Requirements: * Previous tool setting experience is highly-desirable. * The successful applicant will have to be mechanically-minded with a strong interest in engineering. * Must be able to demonstrate experience in working to the highest possible level of quality and efficiency standards. * Must be proactive in approach to work and have an ability to clearly and calmly resolve problems. * Must possess excellent communication skills to work as part of a cross-functional team with Production Team, Quality Control, and Tool-Room. * Must be able to record and manage detailed quality control records that will be inspected by Management, Customers and Auditors on a regular basis. * Ability to check accuracy and quality of finished parts. * A forklift licence is preferred but not essential. Working hours Monday to Friday 7:30am - 4:30pm Salary: DOE Temp to Perm