Toolmaker

Active Staff are proud to be representing a growing company in the area who are looking to add a Toolmaker to their manufacturing team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the manufacture, maintenance and improvement of all tooling, jigs and fixtures in line with production and customer requirements.

• Free Parking on site
• Pension
• 20 days holiday +BH
• Early finish Friday

• Manufacture, modify, and refurbish tooling, jigs, fixtures, and components from drawings or specifications
• Improve tooling and processes to enhance quality, productivity, and cost efficiency
• Troubleshoot equipment issues, respond to breakdowns, and minimise downtime
• Implement engineering solutions for non-conformances and continuous improvement initiatives
• Support the introduction of new or revised tooling and production methods
• Liaise with production, engineering, and maintenance teams to ensure effective tooling performance
• Maintain accurate tooling records and manage consumable material requirements
• Support maintenance activities, including hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Contribute to productivity improvements and cost reduction initiatives
• Support standard work development, documentation, and general project activities

• Recognised mechanical engineering apprenticeship
• ONC in mechanical engineering discipline would be advantageous
• Minimum 5 years – engineering business
• Minimum 3 years (post apprenticeship) in a toolmaker (or similar) role
• Able to competently operate milling machine, pillar drill, grinder and centre lathe
• Knowledge of measurement
• Understanding of engineering drawings
• Understanding manufacturing processes