Job Overview
Tecni-Form is seeking a practical, hands-on Tooling Engineer to take responsibility for maintaining, repairing and improving our rotational mould tools and PU RIM tools.
This is a key workshop-based role for an experienced individual who can work on their own initiative, identify tooling issues quickly, and ensure production tooling remains in a safe, reliable and serviceable condition.
If you are a skilled, hands-on engineer with experience in welding, aluminium welding, fabrication and manual machine tools, and you are looking for a role where you can make a real impact, we would like to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
- Inspect, maintain, repair and refurbish rotational mould tools and PU RIM tools
- Carry out welding repairs, including aluminium welding
- Undertake fabrication, fitting and rework of tooling, fixtures and associated components
- Use manual machine tools such as lathes, mills, pillar drills and grinders to modify and repair tooling
- Diagnose tooling issues including wear, distortion, damage, leaks, alignment problems and surface defects
- Complete preventative maintenance to reduce downtime and extend tool life
- Support tooling trials, problem-solving and production start-ups where required
- Maintain tooling in a condition that supports consistent quality, safe operation and efficient production
- Record repairs, maintenance activity and tooling condition in a clear and organised manner
- Maintain good housekeeping standards and work in line with site health and safety requirements
Skills and Experience Required
- Previous experience in a tooling, fabrication, maintenance or toolroom engineering role
- Strong practical experience of welding, with the ability to carry out aluminium welding
- Proven fabrication and bench fitting skills
- Competence using manual machine tools
- Ability to read and work from engineering drawings
- A methodical, self-motivated approach with strong attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively
- A proactive attitude towards maintenance, quality and continuous improvement
Desirable Experience
- Experience working with rotational mould tooling
- Experience with PU RIM tooling
- Experience in a manufacturing environment where tooling uptime is critical
- Familiarity with tool refurbishment, modification and practical problem-solving on legacy tooling
Personal Attributes
- Hands-on and practical
- Reliable and accountable
- Calm under pressure
- Quality-focused
- Takes pride in maintaining high engineering standards
Why Join Tecni-Form
This is an excellent opportunity to join a specialist manufacturing business where tooling quality is central to production performance. The successful candidate will play an important role in supporting reliability, quality and operational efficiency through skilled, practical engineering work.
How to Apply
Please send your CV to [email protected] or call 01785 286476 for more information.
Pay: Up to £50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Canteen
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
Work Location: In person
