Toolmaker. £41,000 per annum

Job Title: Plastic Injection Mould Toolmaker. Department: Toolroom. Location: Near Mansfield. Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM (37.5-hour week). Salary: £21 per hour, just under £41k annually. The job. To maintain and repair all tooling to its optimum condition and support production and all other departments across the factory. About the Company We are full-service plastic packaging suppliers providing premium-quality solutions for fast-moving consumer goods. Our capabilities include: * Package Development: Innovative plastic design with a focus on research and development. * Mold Design/Manufacturing: State-of-the-art packaging concepts developed by our skilled engineering team. * Moulding/Assembly: Advanced hot runner technology and high-performing blow moulding presses for efficient production. We offer a wide range of stock packages, including jar caps, various jars, and propel/repel sticks, to meet diverse packaging needs. Key results area. * Ensure all tooling is maintained and repaired to a high standard and released to production in first-class condition. * Identify areas of improvement and implement necessary changes within the P.P.M system. * Ensure all activities are carried out cost-effectively. * Undertake any activity deemed to be within the Toolmaker's ability. * Maintain good levels of housekeeping. * Pass on training to new starters and apprentices. Requirements for the job. Work Experiences/Knowledge: * A good understanding of all Health & Safety systems and practices, i.e., COSHH, Abrasive Wheel, Manual Handling, etc. * An understanding of plastic injection mould process, tooling, and valve gate hot runner systems. * Knowledge of all Toolroom machinery and its capabilities, both conventional and CNC. * Ability to spark erode. * Computer literate. * Good understanding of the Toolroom's role within the company. Personal Qualities/Competencies: * Flexibility and reliability are pre-requisites for this role. * A positive 'can do' attitude. * Ability to 'think out of the box' and propose new ideas where applicable. * Ability to work to verbal and written instructions. * Ability to work individually or within a team. Benefits * Pension * Annual bonus scheme * Gym membership if you live locally, cash contribution if you don't * Cycle to work scheme