Press Tooling Engineer

The Rewards and Benefits on Offer:Immediate start availableCompetitive salary and benefits packageCollaborative and supportive work environmentFree onsite parkingFuel/travel coverGenerous holiday allowanceWorking Hours:3x Shift Pattern (days, backs, nights)MTrecs New Opportunity:MTrec Technical are proudly representing our prestigious engineering client in their 2026 recruitment initiative with the recruitment of a permanent Press Tooling Engineer to strengthen their team. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual who is looking to expand their knowledge and skills within an industry leading employer.If you have experience as a Press Toolmaker, Die Maintenance Technician/Engineer or similar, apply now for an immediate responseThe Job Youll Do:Lead the repair and maintenance of all assembly and press tooling equipment, ensuring work is completed efficiently and within required timescales.Diagnose faults accurately and carry out timely repairs to maximise equipment uptime and machine availability.Execute planned and preventative maintenance activities to minimise breakdowns and enhance equipment performance, reliability, and longevity.Drive geometry improvement initiatives through strong technical expertise and problem-solving capabilities.Ensure compliance with quality standards, requirements, and all relevant Quality Management System (QMS) processes.Support and promote the intervention process and escalation procedures to ensure effective issue resolution.Maintain full compliance with legal, regulatory, and safety requirements, including PUWER regulations, power press regulations, and lifting and slinging procedures.Assist with the procurement, control, and management of spare parts, tooling, and maintenance resources.Accurately record and maintain RPO and MTTR data, documenting completed work and hours through electronic reporting systems.Contribute to the development of Engineering Apprentices through mentoring, coaching, and the sharing of technical knowledge and skills.Maintain high standards of housekeeping and cleanliness within own work area and associated operational areas.Work in accordance with company policies, procedures, and the Code of Conduct.Lead planned maintenance programmes and continuous improvement activities to enhance equipment efficiency, reliability, and operational performance.About You:Recognised apprenticeship in Die Maintenance, Toolmaking or similarONC or equivalent level qualificationExperience working within a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing settingProactive and autonomous in workload managementAble to communicate well at all levelsAnalytical, methodical and structured approach to fault findingAble to follow instructions, maintaining composure in pressurised situationsAble to prioritise fluctuations in workload, asking for support when neededCross-functionally/collaboratively driven to support achievement of shared goals and objectives.TPBN1_UKTJ