Job Details
At International Automotive Components, it’s what’s inside that really drives us. Operating across 19 countries, we bring over 160 years of automotive expertise to the forefront in crafting beautiful interiors that help to differentiate vehicles in the global marketplace. We believe our employees to be our greatest asset: we welcome employees of all backgrounds, and are proud to provide benefits such as professional development opportunities, a gym scheme, and length of service awards among many others.
We are excited to confirm the below opportunity to join our innovative and conscientious team:
Tool Setter, Injection Moulding
3-shift rotation (1400-2200 / 2200-0600 / 0600-1400)
Overview
• Reporting to the Shift Manager you will ensure that tool changes occur and that processes are started to enable the manufacturing team to produce parts for the customer.
Key Responsibilities
• Work in a safe manner at all times, complying with Health, Safety and Environmental standards, whilst also ensuring hazards/incidents are reported within shift they occur.
• Prepare Tools and Equipment in advance of a Tool Change.
• Set up robot heads and load programmes.
• Sling and Lift Tools using Cranes.
• Setting tools in presses and their start up in line with production requirements.
• Start and Stop Injection Moulding Presses.
• Presentation of 1st off part to Quality Dept for 1st off process.
• Adhering to IAC Quality and work procedures.
• Reporting faults to tool-room / maintenance in accordance with IAC procedures.
• Ensure accurate completion of job packs prior to and at Tool Change.
• Recording deviations.
• Troubleshooting and supporting process improvements as directed by the Process Engineer.
• Responsible for safety checks, housekeeping in and around machine areas, routine maintenance checks where specified – always being aware of the safety of other employees.
• Participate in SMED activities.
• Work to and report KPI targets/results with respect to Tool Change times and OEE data.
• Perform colour changes.
• Any other projects or tasks assigned to you by management team.
Person Specification
Qualifications:
• Hold or be actively pursuing an NVQ Level 2 in Injection Moulding and Tool Setting.
• Overhead Crane License.
• Numerate and literate to minimum O Level / GCSE “C”.
• NVQ Level 3 in Injection Moulding and Tool Setting (Desirable).
Experience:
• Experience with Injection moulding, robots and processes such as gas injection, low pressure injection, foil moulding and in-mould cloth are essential.
• Experience of tool setting in a fast-paced plastic injection moulding environment.
• Experience of tool setting in an automotive environment (Desirable).
Behaviours:
• Influencing and persuasive style with a “Can Do” attitude with propensity to problem solve.
• Ability to manage time effectively and prioritise tasks on shift.
• Team player.
• Organised and analytical thinker (Desirable).
Business/Functional Skills:
• Excellent communication skills at all levels
• Knowledge of machines such as Negri Bossi, Sandretto, Krauss Maffei etc. (Desirable).
What you'll get
You will receive a competitive salary ranging plus company holiday pay.
Working hours are 40 per week. Training will be given to the right candidate with the opportunity to join an expanding site within our organisation.
IAC is an equal opportunities employer and committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst our workforce. Our aim is that our workforce will be truly representative of all sections of society and each employee feels respected and able to give their best. We oppose all forms of unlawful and unfair discrimination. We are committed to creating an environment in which individual differences and the contributions of all our staff are recognised.
Interested?
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If this job isn't quite what you are looking for but you are looking for a new position within Automotive, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.
