tooling technician.

Tooling Technician

Are you a proactive and detail-oriented Tooling Technician ready to join a leading global team?

Caterpillar Skinningrove operates a 24/7 facility, and we are looking for an experienced professional to support our production team and ensure operational excellence in all tooling requirements.

The Role

Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, you will be the expert responsible for the full life-cycle of production tooling-from manufacture and maintenance to continuous improvement. This is a hands-on role requiring a bias for action and a constant focus on health and safety.

Pay: £18.27/hour day shift and 33% shift premium for Night shift

Hours: 2 days, 2 nights, 4 on 4 off

Key Responsibilities

• Manufacture and precisely fit production tooling to tight tolerances.
• Responsible for the repair, maintenance and improvement of tools
• Action machine tool changes during production.
• Use and perform daily maintenance on all tool room equipment, including surface grinders and hydraulic presses.
• Provide expertise for troubleshooting and assistance on other technical issues.
• Identify and implement areas for continuous improvement, focusing on cost and velocity.
• Manage specific projects and effectively record planned tooling activities.
• Ensure all deliverables meet quality and compliance standards.
• Maintain detailed records of service/repair work, tooling failure logs, and shift handovers.
• Perform general site maintenance as required, including working at heights using safety equipment and PPE.

What You'll Bring (Required)

• Qualifications: NVQ Level 2 in Mechanical Engineering or a similar field, or qualified by experience.

• Experience & Skills:
• Proven experience in tool making, including the use of relevant hand tools and machinery.
• Strong understanding of machining processes and principles.
• Ability to accurately read engineering drawings.
• Proficiency in using measuring equipment like verniers and micro meters.
• Experience using lifting equipment and CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System).

• Characteristics:
• A proactive approach with a bias for action.
• Health and Safety minded at all times.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Proven problem-solving capabilities and logical thinking.

Desired Experience/Knowledge/Skills

• Hydraulic and mechanical experience.
• Truck driving licence (reach, counter balance, Jib).
• Knowledge and proficient use of IT systems.

Apply today to gain a foot in the door and further your career within an industry world leader.

"We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age".

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