CNC Fitter & Toolmaker: Injection Mould Tooling Expert

Interaction Recruitment Group; Whittlesey; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Ongoing training and development

Modern manufacturing environment

Long-term job security

Overtime available

Job summary

Interaction Technical is seeking a highly skilled CNC Fitter & Toolmaker to support the manufacture, maintenance and repair of injection mould tooling in Whittlesey, Cambridgeshire. The role is permanent, with dayshift hours 07:00–16:30, Monday to Friday.

You will manufacture tools, set and operate CNC milling/turning machines, perform precision machining and measurement, and contribute to continuous improvement while upholding health and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Apprentice-trained Toolmaker or equivalent engineering qualification.
• Previous experience working within an injection moulding toolroom environment.
• Experience setting and operating CNC milling and/or turning machinery.
• Strong knowledge of injection mould tool construction, maintenance and repair.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Experience using precision measuring equipment including micrometers, verniers and gauges.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a busy manufacturing environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture new injection mould tools, inserts, jigs, fixtures and precision components from engineering drawings and CAD data.
• Set and operate CNC milling and turning machines to produce precision tooling components.
• Carry out manual machining operations including milling, grinding, drilling and turning.
• Perform planned preventative maintenance on injection mould tools.
• Strip, inspect, clean, repair and rebuild mould tooling.
• Diagnose tooling faults and carry out repairs to minimise production downtime.
• Polish mould cavities and cores to required finish standards.
• Replace worn or damaged tool components and maintain tooling records.
• Support production teams with tooling breakdowns and technical issues.
• Assist with tool trials, mould validation and new product introductions.
• Maintain accurate maintenance and tooling documentation.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities focused on tool performance, reliability and longevity.
• Ensure all work is completed in compliance with health and safety procedures.

Skills

Apprentice-trained

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Independent working

Education

Engineering qualification

Tools

CNC milling

CNC turning

Precision measuring

CAD/CAM (Desirable)

Job description

Interaction Technical is seeking a highly skilled CNC Fitter & Toolmaker to support the manufacture, maintenance and repair of injection mould tooling in Whittlesey, Cambridgeshire. The role is permanent, with dayshift hours 07:00–16:30, Monday to Friday.

You will manufacture tools, set and operate CNC milling/turning machines, perform precision machining and measurement, and contribute to continuous improvement while upholding health and safety standards.