Toolroom Technician in Leighton Buzzard

Your mission at LINDAL: In this role you will be responsible for the maintenance, changes to and repair of plastic injection mould tools. Operating toolroom machinery, interpreting technical drawings, and assembling tooling. Attend breakdowns, identify faults and problem solve issues and address with minimal downtime to aid production. Estimate length of time required to complete a job. Ensure all work is undertaken to a high-quality standard while adhering to company policies. Ensure company targets are met in respect of H&S, quality and efficiency. Carry out Planned Preventative Maintenance on mould tools. Carry out scheduled tool version changes. Be actively involved in improvement activities to support the achievement of departmental and company objectives.

Your profile: The Toolroom Technician should have knowledge of mechanical assembly, close tolerance work, measurement and the build process of injection moulding tools. A methodical approach with a high attention to detail is essential. Understanding of service scheduling, engineering drawings, and manufacturing processes is required. Ability to work in a diverse and dynamic environment, planning and prioritising activities, along with good communication and interpersonal skills is necessary. The ability to work well with all levels of management and support staff, as well as the ability to multi-task, is important.

Desirable: CNC, CAD/CAM experience and experience with Microsoft applications.

Skills & Abilities: Time management skills, analytical skills, ability to establish and develop relationships with internal and external sources, ability to remain calm in stressful situations, able to meet multiple deadlines, and self-motivation.

Working Conditions & Physical Demands: Manufacturing environment. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. We are looking to extend our toolroom operations from 07:00 – 18:00. Start and finishing times will differ according to business needs. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Why us? We offer an environment where all employees have the opportunity to develop, supported by the entire management team. Additional benefits include: Pension, flexible holidays with 25 days Annual Leave, End of Year Shut Down Week, Health Cash Plans, EAP Wellbeing and Healthy Living programme, Financial and Legal Wellbeing programme, access to exclusive deals and discounts on products or services.

Your contact: Kris Nagiah HRBP

Information about the site: LINDAL Valve Co. Ltd. is located in a market town in Bedfordshire with good access to the M1 and A5 and public transport. We are a specialist in the design, development, manufacture and supply of aerosol dispensing packaging solutions tailored to meet a broad spectrum of customer needs and market applications. Our product offering includes a comprehensive range of valves, actuators, barrier packs and associated accessories that address the technical and aesthetic dispensing requirements, enabling customers to differentiate and excel in an increasingly competitive marketplace.