Tooling Technician / Toolmaker

Company Overview

TENTE is a worldwide producer of casters and wheels headquartered in Cologne, Germany, with branches in numerous countries. Serving sectors such as Healthcare, Lifestyle, Industry, and Heavy Duty, they deliver reliable mobility products revered for their robustness, functionality, and quality. The company prides itself on decades of engineering knowledge, inventive design, and internal production techniques, distributing goods to customers in over 100 nations under the mission "Better Mobility. Better Life."

Position Overview

Our expanding Ballymote manufacturing site in County Sligo is seeking a new member to join the toolroom on a full-time, permanent basis. The position operates Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 4:30 PM.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct preventative maintenance and repairs on injection molds, hot & cold runner systems, as well as jigs and fixtures.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot tooling issues efficiently on the production floor to reduce downtime.
• Operate toolroom machinery such as manual and CNC lathes, manual and CNC mills, manual sink EDM, CNC wire EDM, surface and radial grinders, welders, and assorted power tools.
• Modify and fabricate replacement tool components following 2D engineering drawings and 3D CAD data.
• Perform inspections using manual instruments like calipers, micrometers, dial gauges, with knowledge of CMM inspection considered advantageous.
• Maintain detailed records of all tool histories, maintenance logs, and modifications utilizing Excel and similar database tools.

Candidate Profile and Requirements

• Completed apprenticeship as a toolmaker, fitter, or machinist.
• Demonstrated problem-solving abilities and proactive "can do" mindset.
• Fluency in English highly preferred to thrive in this dynamic environment.
• Full legal authorization to work in Ireland is mandatory; applications without valid documentation will not be considered.

Benefits and Additional Information

• Competitive salary reflective of experience.
• Annual leave entitlement of 26 days.
• Participation in a contributory pension plan with life assurance coverage.