Tool Maker

Location:

Haydock, Merseyside

Salary: £40,000-£45,000 per annum, dependent on experience

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Shifts - Continetal (4 on 4 off)

We are looking to recruit an experienced Tool Maker with strong CNC/CAM programming experience to join our engineering and tooling team in Haydock.

This is a hands-on role within a manufacturing environment, focused on the manufacture, modification, maintenance and repair of thermoforming tools and high-precision components.

We are particularly interested in candidates with experience using Fusion 360 and/or SolidCAM, alongside practical CNC machining skills. The successful candidate will play an important role in supporting production, improving tooling performance and maintaining high standards of quality and efficiency.

• Manufacture, modify and repair thermoforming tools and precision engineering components.
• Program, set up and operate CNC machinery to achieve tight tolerances.
• Use CAM software, ideally Fusion 360 and/or SolidCAM, to generate and edit CNC programmes.
• Operate CNC and manual milling machines, lathes and surface grinding equipment.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and CAD models.
• Carry out tooling maintenance, fault-finding and repairs to minimise production downtime.
• Support tooling development, trials and continuous improvement activities.
• Maintain stock levels of tooling consumables, including cutters, taps and drills.
• Work closely with engineering and production teams to meet manufacturing requirements.
• Maintain high standards of safety, accuracy and workmanship.

• Proven experience as a Tool Maker within a manufacturing or precision engineering environment.
• Strong CNC programming and machining experience.
• Experience with CAM software, preferably Fusion 360 and/or SolidCAM.
• Knowledge of CNC controls such as Fanuc, Heidenhain or similar.
• Practical experience with milling, turning and surface grinding.
• Ability to interpret technical engineering drawings and CAD models.
• Experience manufacturing, maintaining and repairing production tooling.
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail and a proactive approach.
• Ability to work independently and effectively within a team.
• Time-served apprenticeship or equivalent engineering qualification preferred.

We are looking for a technically capable, hands-on Tool Maker who can take ownership of tooling projects from programming and machining through to maintenance and repair.

Candidates should be comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, managing competing priorities and supporting production requirements. Flexibility and availability for overtime are essential to meet business needs.

• Competitive salary of £40,000-£45,000 per annum, depending on experience.
• Full-time, permanent employment.
• Overtime opportunities.
• Pension scheme.
• On-site parking.
• Supportive team environment.
• Training, skills development and opportunities for career progression.