Tooling Technician


Job description

Our client, the UK’s most advanced composites manufacturer based in Lisburn is seeking a Tooling Technician. Assist in the manufacture of tools, training of Moulders, R&D projects, CI projects and other work as guided by the supervisor.

Responsibilities

  • To carry out hand-lay moulding / polishing / spraying duties as and when required.
  • Assist with the manufacture of tools as and when required, specifically to review the master patterns, read engineering drawings. prepare the master patterns, construct and/or split flanges, construct the mould etc.
  • Carry out all other aspects involved in the manufacture of a tool from master preparation.
  • Liaise with Unit Manager / Supervisor regarding the quantities of product required.
  • Ensure that safe working practice is always followed.
  • Working within the tolerance setting range specified in training and process specifications.
  • Liaise with Quality Engineers to ensure that quality requirements are fully complied with.
  • Liaise with Design Engineers to ensure MPS and BOMs are constructively critiqued.
  • Report faults to maintenance to minimise down time.
  • Ensure that good housekeeping, Health, and Safety and working standards are observed in and around the working areas.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

  • Ability to construct a tool from initial master preparation to mould completion.
  • Fully trained hand-lay moulder / polisher (5 plus years’ experience).
  • Ability to prioritise work effectively.
  • Interpersonal skills able to work with people at all levels.
  • Ability to undertake product trials / review current processes / methodologies in a logical manner.
  • Able to work independently without close supervision.
  • Ability to use own initiative.
  • Ability to work in team environment effectively and across departments.

Further Information

If you are calling regarding this position, please contact our Lisburn Office on 028 9260 5155 between working hours of 8:00am to 5:00pm and ask for Collette.

Application Information

Please forward your CV to collette.wilson@industrialtemps.com or go to: www.industrialtemps.com/job/tooling-technician-j125902?source=bing.com

Vacancy ID
1793244
Job Sector
Manufacturing
Area
Co Antrim
Location
Lisburn
Salary
£14 - £17 per hour depending on experience
No. vacancies
2
Contract Type
Temporary
Weekly hours
30
Published date
23/10/2026
Closing date
03/12/2026
Worktime
Days, to be confirmed

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