Service Toolmaker

JOB DESCRIPTION

Hadley Group Technology require experienced and motivated Toolmakers (Afternoon Shift) for their sites based in the West Midlands. The role is focused on the servicing, changeover and repair of press tooling (pierce and cut), and will encompass breakdown recovery/emergency repair and occasionally support in the build and assembly of newly manufactured tooling. Our toolroom in Downing Street, Smethwick is responsible for the manufacture of tooling for all global sites of the Hadley Group, and satellite service toolrooms are also stationed in Gaitskell Way, Smethwick and in Oldbury.

THE ROLE

• Accurately read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Accurately read and use all available types of measuring equipment to ensure products are within tolerance and of high quality selecting the most efficient method of manufacture.
• Ensure that all tools serviced or repaired are done so according to the production plan, and are to the highest standards, entering completed service details on to Frontline.
• Report to Supervisor or Manager any replacement parts required when servicing, ensuring that no downtime in production is experienced.
• Ensure that all changeover components are stored neatly, in order and logged.
• When or if required, provide cover for HGT new tool makers ensuring that all tools or parts manufactured are to the highest standards.
• Use of all machines and equipment within HGT to their maximum efficiency, within the constraints of the manufacturers operating instructions, to carry out the machining of components within the required tolerances.
• Assist in the development of new and existing manufacturing processes and procedures to optimise performance.
• Follow company Health, Safety and Environmental policies and procedures, advising management of any improvements required and reporting any safety problems.
• Follow company quality procedures as per the Quality manual.
• Maintain good standard of housekeeping throughout the machine shop. Including using 5S techniques (Sort, Set In Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain).
• Use methods of Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement during commissioning to set the foundation and benchmark for future production improvements.
• Strive to improve current operating methods to reduce cost or increase efficiency, adapting to using new technology when it is available.
• Ensure timely and effective corrective action is taken to resolve any non-conformances. 
• Assist to identify and implement solutions to quality problems or issues.
• Report any quality problems or issues to management.
• Ensure all equipment is appropriately maintained and report any concerns to management.
• Ensure all equipment is operated safely (no unsafe working practises are to be employed).
• Clean down machines after use and report any defects or concerns to management.
• Accurately read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Accurately read and use all available types of measuring equipment to ensure product is within tolerance and of high quality selecting the most efficient method of manufacture.
• Actively participate and contribute in meetings as appropriate.
• To develop and improve working knowledge through professional development, contributing to the improvement of manufacturing.
• Train other personnel in the use of machining techniques, including your team and apprentices when required.
• Assist in developing and adopt SOP and TPM methods of working, reporting any issues to supervisor of Management. 
• Feedback to designers all errors, modifications, re-work and other appropriate information to alert them to any issues. Provide constructive input to resolving the issue in future at design stage to prevent reoccurrence.
• Ensure that completion of LN hours and work cards is undertaken daily.
• Ensure all personnel (Group employee, sub-contractor, or visitor) demonstrate the highest standards of health and safety when travelling through or working within designated geographical area of operation.
• Change shift when required to do so as deemed necessary by Supervision or Management.
• Carry out any other duties within the capabilities of the job holder which may arise.

THE CANDIDATE

• A strong robust engineering background, preferably within the cold roll forming industry.
• Relevant experience of project management in a production environment.
• Ability to use all machines within an engineering environment.
• Ability to use all measuring equipment required to manufacture components to required standards and tolerances.
• Ability to communicate honestly with all levels of company personnel, written and verbally.
• Ability to train other personnel effectively.
• Excellent math’s, IT and technical skills

PERSONAL QUALITIES

• Demonstrates commitment to corporate values
• Good work ethic/reliable
• Optimistic and open to change
• Civil, courteous and co-operative to colleagues, clients suppliers
• Maintain standard of dress & personal hygiene acceptable to the company
• Excellent communication skills: active listener, verbal and written
• Energy and Drive for results
• Organised
• Collaborates – builds partnerships
• Interpersonal Savvy
• Acts with honour and integrity
• Health, Safety and Environment focus
• Quality and Continuous improvement mind-set
• Willing/able to travel abroad and to other sites within UK (if applicable)

Hadley Group is a world leader in advanced cold rolled steel technology, with manufacturing facilities in Europe, the Middle East and Southeast Asia. We deliver innovative solutions with applications across sectors as diverse as construction, automotive, industrial and agriculture. Our continuing growth and success is entirely dependent upon our ability to attract, retain and develop the best people, and it is for this reason that we promote continuous personal development for everyone working at the Hadley Group.

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