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Job Title: Tooling Engineer / Setter
Location: Calne
Days: Monday to Friday, 08:30 - 17:00
Duration: Temporary - 4 months
Pay rate: £14.80 - £20 p/h DOE

We are recruiting on behalf of a leading manufacturer of innovative window, door, and building solutions, dedicated to creating comfortable, energy-efficient, and sustainable living spaces. They are seeking a proactive and experienced Tooling Engineer / Setter to support their extrusion operations in Calne for the next 3-4 months.

The Role:
You will be responsible for daily tool maintenance and supervising two other setters, ensuring that extrusion dies are stripped, cleaned, serviced, and reassembled with precision. Your work will be essential in minimising downtime and ensuring production runs efficiently.

Key Responsibilities:

Strip, clean, service, and reassemble complex extrusion dies
Inspect newly set die configurations and approve handover to production
Identify tooling issues and liaise with machinists and vendors to implement cost-effective solutions
Communicate issues clearly to planning, production, and other departments to ensure timely resolution
Take a hands-on approach to troubleshooting and resolving tooling problems
Work independently when required and as part of a multi-functional teamSkills & Experience Required:

ONC (Level 3) in Mechanical Engineering or a similar discipline
Minimum 5 years' experience using lathes, milling machines, and other tool-making/repair equipment
Strong knowledge of materials and die-making processes
Experience with polymers and profile extrusion is a bonus
Skilled in using a wide range of tools and handling equipment
CAD/CAM experience desirable
High attention to safety, quality, and detail
Computer literate (MS Office: Word, Excel, etc.)Why Join Them:
This is a fantastic opportunity to work for a company that combines high-quality engineering with a commitment to sustainability and innovation. You will gain hands-on experience in a dynamic production environment, contributing to products that make a real difference in sustainable building solutions

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