Toolmaker

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Summary: Seeking a skilled Toolmaker for precision engineering, problem-solving, and collaborative work in manufacturing, focusing on tooling manufacture, maintenance, and continuous improvement. Highlights: 1. Opportunity to work with modern machining equipment and tooling systems 2. Diverse, hands-on work across tooling manufacture, maintenance, and improvement 3. Collaborative team environment with ongoing learning and development Profile Polymers Ltd (PPL) is 100% New Zealand owned and operated and its located right here in the Waikato. PPL manufacture and supply a wide range of extruded profiles from both flexible and rigid plastic and injection moulded components. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled tradesperson who enjoys precision engineering, problem solving, and working collaboratively within a manufacturing environment. You will be responsible for: Tooling Manufacture & Maintenance • Manufacture, assemble, maintain, repair, and modify extrusion, injection moulding tools and tooling components to engineering CAD models, drawings and specifications. • Carry out preventative maintenance and breakdown repairs on tooling to support production uptime. • Diagnose tooling faults and implement effective corrective actions. • Design and manufacture jigs and fixtures to improve machining efficiency on standardized tooling. • Support tooling and equipment improvements to enhance safety, quality, performance, and tool life. • Liaise with external suppliers to manage consumables, tooling and materials. Machining & Fitting • Programme CNC milling machines and wire cut EDM machines, tracking machine times and optimising programmes. • Operate manual and CNC machines (e.g. lathe, milling machine, surface grinder, wire cutter, EDM as applicable) safely and effectively. • Carry out precision fitting, polishing, and finishing operations to achieve required tolerances and surface finishes. • Read and interpret technical drawings, CAD models, and specifications. Continuous Improvement • Contribute ideas and practical solutions for tooling, equipment, process, and product improvement. • Support trialing and commissioning of new or modified tools. • Work collaboratively with Engineering, Production, and Quality teams to resolve tooling and equipment issues. Health, Safety & Housekeeping • Work in accordance with all company Health, Safety, and Environmental requirements. • Identify hazards and actively contribute to a safe toolroom and production environment. • Clean and maintain machines and keep a well-managed and organized workspace and tooling area. Documentation & Systems • Accurately complete tooling records, maintenance logs, and job documentation as required. • Follow standard work instructions, procedures, and quality requirements. The Successful candidate must have the following: • Trade qualification in Toolmaking or equivalent industry experience • Proven experience building and maintaining injection moulding tools • Strong machining, fitting, and fault-finding capabilities • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation • Strong focus on safety, quality, and attention to detail • Ability to work effectively within a team environment What We Offer: • Stable, full-time position within a supportive technical team • 45 hour weeks with overtime available • Onsite parking • Access to Southern Cross Health Insurance • Diverse and hands-on work across tooling manufacture, maintenance, and improvement projects • Opportunity to work with modern machining equipment and tooling systems • Collaborative team environment with ongoing learning and development opportunities • Opportunity to contribute to continuous improvement and innovation initiatives If you are an experienced Toolmaker looking for your next opportunity within a dynamic manufacturing environment, we would love to hear from you.