Extrusion Tooling Setter

We are currently seeking a skilled and hands-on Extrusion Tooling Setter to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with an engineering mindset who enjoys practical, detail-focused work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The Role

As an Extrusion Tooling Setter, you will be responsible for preparing, maintaining, and setting extrusion tooling to ensure the efficient and high-quality production of extruded profiles. You will play a key role in maximising tooling performance, minimising downtime, and supporting production operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and remove tooling systems on extrusion lines safely and accurately
• Support production teams in resolving tooling-related issues
• Clean and maintain tooling during and after production runs to ensure efficiency
• Dismantle, inspect and reassemble extrusion tools including dies and calibration equipment
• Measure and document tooling dimensions to tight tolerances (0.01mm) using precision instruments
• Carry out minor repairs and rectification of tooling damage
• Maintain accurate inspection and maintenance records
• Ensure tooling is assembled correctly using appropriate torque settings and fixings

Tooling & Maintenance Duties

• Clean, polish and maintain dies to ensure optimal flow and performance
• Steam clean and maintain calibration systems and vacuum chambers
• Check water flow systems and remove any blockages or debris
• Replace worn or damaged components such as seals, fittings and fasteners
• Maintain cleaning equipment including sonic tanks and steam cleaners

General Duties

• Maintain a safe, clean and organised work environment (5S standards)
• Store and manage tooling correctly with proper identification
• Carry out routine cleaning of tanks and equipment between runs
• Monitor stock levels of parts and consumables, reporting shortages
• Use a variety of hand tools, power tools, and workshop machinery

About You

We are looking for someone who is practical, detail-oriented, and passionate about engineering.

Ideal candidates will have:

• A basic engineering qualification (NVQ, Diploma, Apprenticeship or similar)
• Hands-on experience in a manufacturing or toolroom environment (desirable)
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
• Experience using measuring equipment and working to tight tolerances
• A proactive approach with a keen eye for detail

Practical hobbies such as DIY, mechanics, or model making are also highly valued, as they demonstrate your passion for hands-on work.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Salary
• Pension
• 31 days holiday, increasing with service, plus have your birthday off
• Paid time off annually to volunteer
• Comprehensive health & well-being benefits including cycle to work scheme, heavily discounted gym memberships and free access to mental health first aiders
• Heavily discounted group discount scheme on all products
• Group Perks and freebies on days out, cinema, theatre, eating in and out, mobiles phones, food shopping and most major high street retailers
• Opportunity to work with a forward-thinking and supportive team.
• Career development and continuous learning opportunities.

Our Company is committed to monitoring & aligning its Policies with up-to-date Government guidance on reducing the spread of respiratory infections in the workplace. Through the Company’s value of “Succeed Together” we are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. We recruit the ‘best person for the job’ regardless of any protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010 creating an inclusive working environment and culture for our employees.