Toolroom Support Operative

Salary: £30,000–£32,000 + 13.5% shift allowance (up to £36,320)

Location:

Telford

Working hours:

Double Days (rotating shift pattern)

Looking to turn your engineering knowledge into real‑world skills? This is your opportunity.

We are looking for a Toolroom Support Operative to join a busy, fast‑paced manufacturing environment. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with an engineering background or qualification who is keen to develop practical skills in tooling, machining and maintenance. Working alongside experienced Toolmakers, you will play a key role in ensuring production tooling is maintained, prepared and ready for use.

This role offers a clear progression pathway into a fully skilled Toolroom/Die Maintenance Technician.

• Competitive salary with shift allowance enhancing earnings
• Structured development and training
• Opportunity to progress into a skilled technical role
• Opportunity to work within a globally recognized automotive manufacturer
• Structured development and progression opportunities
• Exposure to advanced manufacturing technologies and automation
• Supportive, forward‑thinking working environment

• Support the maintenance, repair and preparation of production tooling
• Assist Toolmakers with planned and reactive maintenance activities
• Carry out tool cleaning and preventative maintenance tasks
• Assist with machining operations (lathe, milling, grinding)
• Support tool assembly, alignment checks and testing
• Perform basic inspection using gauges and measuring equipment
• Help identify tooling issues and support problem resolution
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping (5S) and safety compliance
• Work closely with production and quality teams

• Engineering apprenticeship or qualification (NVQ, BTEC or similar)
• Strong interest in engineering, manufacturing or toolmaking
• Good mechanical aptitude and problem‑solving skills
• Willingness to learn and develop new technical skills
• Ability to follow instructions and work safely
• Strong attention to detail and organisation

• Experience in a toolroom, workshop or manufacturing environment
• Basic machining knowledge (lathe, milling, grinding)
• Ability to read engineering drawings
• Experience using hand tools or workshop equipment