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:
Tooling and Process Technician
Main purpose of the job
Responsible for the maintenance and improvement of all tooling and fixtures in line with production and customer requirements to support business objectives. Support new tooling for new product introductions to ensure the robustness of product builds.
Main missions and results
• Carry out tooling and fixtures Planned Maintenance in line with the schedule and document results.
• Carry out routine PM and cleaning schedules using correct methods and specialised cleaning equipment.
• Attend breakdowns and be responsible in identification of faults with tooling and identify if must be removed from machine for repair.
• Identify tooling or process issues and complete minor repairs/adjustments.
• Identify defects and problem solve with minimal downtime to aid production.
• Identify and escalate any activity that has the potential to cause harm or damage.
• Identify tooling critical spares requirements, organise the stores and log usage.
• Test and confirm tool sensors and pneumatic systems before returning tool to production.
• Operate lifting equipment/FLT to manipulate tools safely.
• Support new project tooling from commissioning stages through to start of production.
• Complete minor modifications of tooling to support trials during commissioning stage
• Assist in tooling buyoffs and trials.
• Record all relevant data including history, analysis, defects etc. in relation to tooling on relevant database.
• Complete Tool changes in line with Tool change procedure and update documents.
• Ensure Start-up & Shutdown procedures for machines are followed and recorded.
• Ensure Correct Recipe is loaded and first off produced for quality approval.
• Complete SMED activities to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Carry out checks to settings from parameter sheet ensuring programme matches what is on sheet.
• Ensure all data relevant to process & or machine downtime is captured & recorded correctly.
• Ensure all changes to process are documented and validated.
• Be actively involved in improvement activities to support the achievement of departmental and company objectives.
• Identify continuous improvements to reduce costs, scrap and lost time.
• Undertake special projects as required.
Preferred skills and experience
• Must have experience with tool build and repair.
• Experience of process and machine start up and setup.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills of technical issues.
• Able to produce clear, concise and accurate written and verbal communications (in English) at all levels.
• Effective listening skills and ability to clarify and confirm technical support requirements.
• Is self-confident, proficient and competent and can work well under pressure and with minimum supervision.
• Able to work in an engineering team environment and participate in all team activities, with a willingness to share experience and skills and promote the development of team members.
What you'll get
You will receive a competitive salary plus company holiday pay.
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.