At a Glance
- Tasks: Keep our machine shop running smoothly by managing tools and ensuring optimal stock levels.
- Company: Join Cosworth, a leader in engineering excellence and innovation.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, a supportive team, and opportunities for growth.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with a focus on health, safety, and continuous improvement.
- Why this job: Be a vital part of our production process and make a real difference.
- Qualifications: Knowledge of machine tooling and basic computer skills required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
As a Tool Stores Technician at Cosworth, you will play a key role in keeping our machine shop running efficiently and ensuring the shop floor has the tools it needs to perform at its best. You will monitor tooling usage through our internal system, work with suppliers and purchasing to manage costs, and coordinate repairs or replacements as required. The role also involves assembling and inspecting tooling for production, maintaining accurate records, and collaborating with engineering teams to support tooling performance and continuous improvement.
The Role:
- Oversee the machine shop tool stores.
- Monitor tool & consumable usage to maintain optimum stock levels for production on our tool management system (TDM).
- Liaise with purchasing & tooling suppliers to reduce tooling costs and obtain alternative options.
- Work with Production Engineering & Design to offer performance solutions for tooling issues.
- Organise replacement and regrind of tooling & monitor cost savings.
- Assemble tools for Shop Floor Machine Tools as per job pack.
- Measure tool assemblies accurately & update any changes required.
- Raise purchase requisitions using SAP for tools & consumables.
- Consider the health and safety, environmental and energy impact of all activities.
- Support the Company’s compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018 by following company policy and best practice.
Candidate Profile:
- In depth knowledge of machine tooling, backends & cutting technology.
- Knowledge of tool assembly & measuring equipment such as Zoller.
- Basic numerical and computer skills, including previous use of SAP.
- Ability to carry out tool geometry inspection.
- Committed and enthusiastic to promote forward thinking & change.
- Manual milling and turning experience preferred.
Working Hours: Monday to Thursday: 07:00 to 16:00, Friday: 07:00 to 15:00
Tool Stores Technician in Northampton employer: Cosworth Group Holdings Limited
Cosworth Group Holdings Limited is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Northampton that fosters innovation and collaboration within the automotive and precision engineering sectors. Employees benefit from comprehensive training and development opportunities, ensuring continuous growth and career advancement, while being part of a passionate team dedicated to excellence in manufacturing processes.
Contact Details:
Cosworth Group Holdings Limited Recruitment Team
