CNC Toolmaker - Injection Moulding, Day Shift, Training

Interaction Recruitment PLC; 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 are recruiting on behalf of a well-established manufacturing business in the injection moulding sector. The Toolmaker will manufacture new mould tools, set and operate CNC milling/turning machines, and carry out machining and maintenance to ensure production efficiency.

Based in Whittlesey, Cambridgeshire, the role offers a permanent, full-time position with a dayshift pattern, a competitive salary (£36,400–£37,440 per year), pension, and ongoing training in a modern

Qualifications

• Apprentice-trained Toolmaker or equivalent engineering qualification.
• Experience in an injection mould toolroom environment.
• Experience setting and operating CNC milling and/or turning machinery.
• 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

CNC Milling

CNC Turning

Engineering Drawings

Measuring Tools

Education

Toolmaker Apprenticeship

HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD/CAM Software

Job description

Interaction Technical are recruiting on behalf of a well-established manufacturing business in the injection moulding sector. The Toolmaker will manufacture new mould tools, set and operate CNC milling/turning machines, and carry out machining and maintenance to ensure production efficiency.

Based in Whittlesey, Cambridgeshire, the role offers a permanent, full-time position with a dayshift pattern, a competitive salary (£36,400–£37,440 per year), pension, and ongoing training in a modern