Job Title: Toolmaker
This is a permanent role based in County Westmeath.
The company offers a wide variety of mouldings and technologies, ranging from complex multi-cavity, multi-shot components to finished and packed devices and assemblies.
With world-class expertise in project management, from tool build to global component sourcing and finished part approval, the business is committed to delivering exceptional customer service and engineering excellence.
Operating from a modern manufacturing facility in Ireland, the company supports customers across Europe and globally.
* Perform scheduled tool maintenance pre- and post-production, as well as support reactive maintenance during production.
* Carry out incoming verification on tool spares procured.
* Review and maintain plastic injection tools, jigs, and fixtures as required.
* Fully dismantle, clean, polish, inspect for wear, report findings, and reassemble tools.
* Maintain accurate records of tool maintenance activities.
* Perform root cause investigations as needed and support corrective actions to address quality and process issues.
* Participate in validation of new products and equipment when required.
Requirements:
* Fully qualified Toolmaker.
* Experience with hot runner and valve gate systems, including wiring.
* Strong background in repair and maintenance of injection moulding tools.
* Proven problem-solving skills.
* Hands-on experience with plastic injection moulding, over-moulding, and 2-shot moulding processes.
* Skill requirements include self-motivation, conscientiousness, and ability to work independently.
* A strong team player, able to collaborate and work effectively to meet continuous deadlines.