Toolmaker

Our client is a family-run manufacturer with 80 years of experience producing specialist hinges and bespoke metal components for industries including aerospace, military, rail and agriculture.

They are seeking an experienced Press Toolmaker to join their close-knit team, taking responsibility for tooling, quality control and production support.

• Design and manufacture piercing and forming tools, punches, dies, jigs and fixtures.
• Maintain and repair tooling to minimise production downtime.
• Operate universal mills, centre lathes and surface grinders.
• Read engineering drawings and work to specified tolerances.
• Diagnose machinery faults and support production planning.
• Inspect components, maintain quality records and implement improvements.
• Develop tooling solutions and document manufacturing processes.

• Recognised toolmaking apprenticeship.
• Proven experience in press toolmaking.
• Competent in conventional machining and engineering drawing interpretation.
• Strong fault-finding, problem-solving and quality inspection skills.
• Knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics is advantageous.
• Self-motivated, organised and able to work independently or within a small team.

• Salary of £60,000+, negotiable depending on experience.
• Monday to Thursday, 8am 5pm;
  Friday, 8am 1pm.
• 28 days' holiday, inclusive of bank holidays, rising to 34 days after two years.
• Permanent employment with varied bespoke engineering projects.
• A supportive, family-run business where your skills make a real difference.

Candidates who require sponsorship now or in the future will not be considered for this position.