Here at Halmer Recruit, we are currently recruiting for our busy client in Woking on a perm placement.
Summary of the role...
- The purpose of this role is to support the Press & Fabrication Manager in all aspects of tooling, machine/equipment breakdown, and special projects, including the facilities' upkeep and maintenance. The ideal candidate will be largely positioned in the Tool Room where they will be operating manual and semi-CNC controlled machines, Having a keen eye for detail, you will be expected to plan your work efficiently to meet the needs of your internal customers (Press Shop, Fabrication, Assembly, R&D, Facilities) and manage external contractors to achieve key dates whilst maintaining the highest quality of workmanship. Being mechanically biased, with experience gained from a tool-making environment, including a sound understanding of Power Press machine processing, is key.
Main duties include but aren't limited to the following...
- Maintain safe working practices and observe Health & Safety regulations in accordance with Company Policy & current legislation at all times.
- Ensure that the department maintains a high standard of Housekeeping (cleanliness of workspace and related areas) throughout.
- Review daily Tool Room & Facilities plan/targets, highlighting critical paths and/or concerns to Line Manager.
- Maintain current tooling and ancillary spares to support production and R&D activities.
- Management of contractors where larger tooling jobs are outsourced - Includes Raising RFQ's and maintaining the External Works database, supporting good record keeping whilst progressing the current state of active works.
- Use of ERP ordering system to order small tools, materials, PPE, etc.
- 1st line response to all Machine and Equipment breakdowns, following escalation process to resolve issue promptly.
- Manage Service Contractors and Statutory Inspections on site, responding to open actions/non-conformances, etc.
- Maintain Logbook/Records for Machine/Equipment servicing and repairs, highlighting any future/planned necessary works supporting Quarterly and Annual Department Budget planning. 10. Support and maintain continuous improvements including 5S activities onsite to a high standard.
- Supporting the Engineering Team with adhoc projects, including occasional small batch production of complex components to high quality standards.
- The first response to all Facilities-related breakdowns/callouts, etc. following the escalation process to resolve issue in a timely manner
The ideal candidate will have the following...
- Tool Maker 10+ years preferred.
- Time Served Apprentice, with tool room and fitting experience.
- Experience in the service and general repair of press tooling - Punch and Die.
- Experience of fault finding and quality improvements in a production environment.
- Good all-round engineering abilities.
- Safe working knowledge of general tool room equipment.
- Proficient in the use of all related tools/equipment - Surface grinders, Mill, lathe, semi, CNC Mill, etc.
- Use of engineering measuring instruments - Vernier, Micrometre, etc.
- Understanding/experience of pneumatics, hydraulics and electrics would be an advantage.
- Good understanding of manufacturing & assembly processes.
- Knowledge of the materials, machinery and equipment related to metal fabrication/manufacturing.
- Understand design principles of light metal work and be able to read, verify and interpret engineering/production drawings, material specifications and technical standards.
- An understanding of Lean Manufacturing Techniques and reporting KPI’s.
- Experienced in working to tight deadlines.
- Good written and verbal communication skills, including IT Literacy.
- Ability to coach and mentor team members.
- Establish professional working relations with all internal customers and external contractors.
- Self-motivated with a high level of urgency.
Hours, days & pay...
- Monday to Friday.
- 07:45am until 16:30 pm (Half hour lunch break)
- Fridays early finish of 11:45am.
- Negotiable salary.