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With over 50 years of expertise in tooling, precision plastic injection moulding, and product development engineering, this company provides a complete end-to-end manufacturing service. As part of their continued growth and expansion, they are now seeking an experienced Injection Mould Tooling Engineer. In this key role, you will be instrumental in supporting customers with the development of new products as well as the modification and improvement of existing ones. Salary: 40,000 - 50,000, depending on experience As a Tooling Engineer your duties will include: Supporting the Tool Room with technical queries related to tooling. Collaborating closely with overseas toolmakers to achieve robust, efficient, and reliable tool designs. Developing and reviewing GAs from overseas suppliers (including China) to ensure compliance with company standards and requirements. Advising internal and external Design Departments on optimal tooling solutions. Conducting assessments of mould flow analysis for both new and existing components to support process development. Preparing customer 3D models for tooling by marking up files and, where necessary, re-modelling. Producing accurate quotations based on customer modification files. To be successful in the role of Tooling Engineer, you should demonstrate: Proven experience within the plastic injection moulding industry, with involvement across all stages of new tooling projects. Strong technical knowledge of injection moulding tooling and its processes, along with proven ability to prepare accurate costings, quotations, and estimates. Previous experience collaborating with overseas toolmakers to achieve effective tooling solutions. A solid understanding of tool design principles, with the ability to confidently interpret and work from engineering drawings. Based in the UK and operating worldwide with sites across Europe and the Far East, the company invites you to be part of their success - apply today! ASC Connections Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. We are committed to equal opportunity and diversity.

Tooling Engineer Location: Sittingbourne Hours: Rotating shifts, Monday to Friday We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Tooling Engineer to join a busy manufacturing environment. You'll be responsible for the maintenance, repair, and manufacture of tooling and injection moulds, ensuring equipment operates efficiently and reliably. Key Responsibilities: Perform routine and reactive maintenance on tooling and injection moulds. Diagnose tooling faults and carry out appropriate repairs. Manufacture and maintain tools, jigs, fixtures, and components using machining techniques such as turning, milling, surface grinding, and spark erosion. Read and interpret engineering drawings to ensure tools are fit for purpose. Maintain accurate records of maintenance and repair activities. Ensure all work is carried out safely, using appropriate PPE, and maintain high standards of housekeeping. Communicate effectively with management regarding any tooling issues or maintenance requirements. Skills & Experience: Qualified toolmaker/engineer/technician or completed apprenticeship. Strong background in machining: turning, milling, grinding, spark erosion. Technical knowledge of injection moulding processes. Ability to diagnose and resolve tooling-related production issues. Good communication skills, both written and verbal. IT literate. Desirable: hydraulics/pneumatics knowledge, hot runner systems, overhead crane, or forklift/pedestrian stacker experience. New Appointments Group, Expertly Matching Employers and Jobseekers since 1975. Before submitting your CV, please take a moment to check the layout, spelling, and grammar. If your CV includes graphics or design features, we'd also appreciate a simplified version in Word format. If this role isn't for you, please check out our website for other roles that may be suitable, or send us your CV, we would still like to hear from you! You can find us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment in line with the Equality Act 2010. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. New Appointments Group acts as an Employment Agency for permanent roles and as an Employment Business for temporary roles.