Toolmaker

  • Nifco
  • Feb 05, 2026
Full time Manufacturing

Job Description

Purpose:

To repair, maintain and develop production Mould Tools.

Main Duties:

  • Support Safety Checks and Improvement activities as required.
  • Carry out preventative maintenance according to schedule and documented procedure.
  • Carry out repairs with the objective of preventing re-occurrence and improving tool robustness.
  • Maintain tool work records and complete necessary Toolroom documentation.
  • Support the improvement and maintenance of 5S standards.
  • Carry out root cause analysis when appropriate to ensure robustness of corrective actions and repairs.
  • Must have extensive mould tool experience and traditional bench-fitting skills.
  • Repair and maintenance of hot runner systems.
  • The role involves working a shift system, you must be willing to work shifts.
  • Any other duties as requested by the business.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

Essential:

  • Must be a time served Toolmaker.
  • City & Guilds Toolmaker and/or ONC Mechanical Engineering.
  • Capability to work under own supervision.
  • Strong background in injection mould tool manufacture & maintenance.
  • Cross functional department working.

Desirable:

  • Experienced automotive or similar high volume industry.

Working Hours

  • 3 shift rotating pattern.
  • Monday to Thursday 6am-2pm / 2pm-10pm / 10pm-6am
  • Fridays 6am-1pm /1pm-8pm / 8pm-3am