Toolmaker

Are you a Toolmaker
? My client, a leading manufacturer of precision metal pressings, is looking for a Toolmaker with experience in multi-stage progression tools, 5S, and domestic or contract shops.

Mon – Thurs 13:30pm – 22:00 & Friday 12:00pm – 18:00pm. Permanent.

• Manufacture, fit, trial, debug, and modify press tooling by interpreting engineering drawings and specifications.
• Carry out preventative and reactive maintenance, including stripping, inspecting, repairing, and rebuilding tooling, jigs, and gauges.
• Diagnose machine and tooling issues, attend breakdowns, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions to minimise downtime.
• Operate a range of workshop machinery, hand tools, CAD software, and precision measuring equipment to produce and verify tooling components.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards while supporting productivity improvements, reporting requirements, and efficient manufacturing operations.

• Proven experience working in domestic or contract toolmaking/manufacturing environments.
• Strong expertise in multi-stage progression tools, including maintenance, repair, and optimisation.
• Skilled in a wide range of machining processes, including milling, turning, drilling, and surface grinding.
• Experience with CNC and EDM machining, supported by knowledge of Visi CAD software.
• Good understanding of 5S principles and health & safety requirements within a manufacturing environment.