Injection and Blow Mould Toolmaker
| Posting date: | 16 June 2025 |
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| Salary: | £35,000 to £40,000 per year, pro rata |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 16 July 2025 |
| Location: | Leicester, Leicestershire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | AV International Solutions |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Our client is looking for:-
Department: Toolroom
Reports To: Toolroom Manager
Type: Full-Time / Permanent
Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 DOE
Key Responsibilities
• Manufacture and assemble precision blow mould and injection mould tooling.
• Conduct maintenance, repairs, and refurbishment of tools to minimise downtime.
• Interpret technical drawings, 3D CAD models, and tool specifications.
• Set up and operate manual and CNC machines (mills, lathes and grinders).
• Ensure work meets tight tolerances using precision measuring equipment.
• Assist with tooling development, modifications, and improvement projects.
• Collaborate with production, design, and quality teams to resolve tooling challenges.
• Maintain documentation of tooling maintenance schedules and activities.
• Ensure adherence to all safety protocols and quality standards.
• Maintain a high standard of cleanliness within the toolroom
Skills & Experience Required
• Time-served Toolmaker with a recognised apprenticeship or equivalent.
• Proven experience with either blow mould or injection mould toolmaking from start to finish.
• Experience with conversational programming language e.g. Heidenhain
• Skilled in operating and programming manual and CNC workshop machinery.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and CAD data.
• Excellent fault-finding, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
• High level of precision and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
Desirable Skills
• Experience with hot runner systems and multi-cavity tooling.
• Knowledge of CAD/CAM software such as SolidWorks or Edgecam.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing practices or continuous improvement.
• Understanding of tool design principles.
• Experience with Blow Mould Tooling
What We Offer
• Competitive salary
• 36 days of annual leave including Bank Holidays
• 5% company pension contribution
• Long-term stability with a well-established family business.
• Opportunities for upskilling and professional development.
Department: Toolroom
Reports To: Toolroom Manager
Type: Full-Time / Permanent
Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 DOE
Key Responsibilities
• Manufacture and assemble precision blow mould and injection mould tooling.
• Conduct maintenance, repairs, and refurbishment of tools to minimise downtime.
• Interpret technical drawings, 3D CAD models, and tool specifications.
• Set up and operate manual and CNC machines (mills, lathes and grinders).
• Ensure work meets tight tolerances using precision measuring equipment.
• Assist with tooling development, modifications, and improvement projects.
• Collaborate with production, design, and quality teams to resolve tooling challenges.
• Maintain documentation of tooling maintenance schedules and activities.
• Ensure adherence to all safety protocols and quality standards.
• Maintain a high standard of cleanliness within the toolroom
Skills & Experience Required
• Time-served Toolmaker with a recognised apprenticeship or equivalent.
• Proven experience with either blow mould or injection mould toolmaking from start to finish.
• Experience with conversational programming language e.g. Heidenhain
• Skilled in operating and programming manual and CNC workshop machinery.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and CAD data.
• Excellent fault-finding, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
• High level of precision and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
Desirable Skills
• Experience with hot runner systems and multi-cavity tooling.
• Knowledge of CAD/CAM software such as SolidWorks or Edgecam.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing practices or continuous improvement.
• Understanding of tool design principles.
• Experience with Blow Mould Tooling
What We Offer
• Competitive salary
• 36 days of annual leave including Bank Holidays
• 5% company pension contribution
• Long-term stability with a well-established family business.
• Opportunities for upskilling and professional development.