Our client is a leading precision engineering business known for producing high-quality, close-tolerance components for a range of industries. With continued investment in technology and people, they are now looking to add a skilled Toolmaker to their expert team.

As a Toolmaker, you will play a key role in the manufacturing and maintenance of tooling used across production. You'll work to exceptional standards of accuracy, supporting engineering, production, and continuous improvement activities.

Key Responsibilities

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Manufacture, repair, and maintain precision tooling, jigs, fixtures and gauges.

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Read and interpret technical drawings, CAD files, and engineering specifications.

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Set up and operate manual and CNC machining equipment to tight tolerances.

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Perform tool fitting, assembly, and testing to ensure accuracy and functionality.

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Work closely with production teams to troubleshoot tooling issues and optimise performance.

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Carry out preventative maintenance and support continuous improvement activities.

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Ensure all work is completed safely and in line with quality standards.

About You

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Time-served Toolmaker or equivalent engineering apprenticeship.

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Strong experience with manual milling, turning, grinding, and surface grinding.

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CNC machining experience (programming or editing knowledge desirable).

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Ability to work from engineering drawings with strong attention to detail.

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Confident problem-solver with a methodical approach.

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Able to work independently and as part of a highly skilled team