Manual Machinist / Toolmaker

Bennett and Game Careers; Atherstone; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in the UK is seeking a skilled Manual Machinist / Toolmaker to join their team. The successful candidate will be responsible for manufacturing new press tools, maintaining existing tooling, and operating various manual machine tools. This role requires a time-served apprenticeship in Toolmaking or Precision Engineering, along with proven experience in manual machining and a strong knowledge of press tool construction. This opportunity comes with a competitive salary of £19 - £20 per hour depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Time-served apprenticeship or equivalent qualification in Toolmaking / Precision Engineering preferred.
• Proven experience in manual machining and toolroom environments.
• Strong knowledge of press tool construction, including blanking, forming, and progression tooling.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture new press tools, jigs, and fixtures to engineering drawings.
• Maintain, repair, and refurbish existing tooling for production efficiency.
• Operate manual machine tools including lathes and milling machines.
• Fit, assemble, and test tooling components in production conditions.
• Ensure tooling is produced to the highest quality standards.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.

Skills

Manual machining experience

Toolroom environment

Press tool construction knowledge

Education

Time-served apprenticeship or equivalent qualification in Toolmaking / Precision Engineering

Job description

Position: Manual Machinist / Toolmaker

Location: Warwickshire

Salary: £19 - £20 per hour (DOE)

Manual Machinist required to join a leading manufacturer specialising in high-quality metal pressings and resistance welded assemblies for a range of industries.

Manual Machinist / Toolmaker Job Overview

• Manufacture new press tools, jigs, and fixtures to engineering drawings and specifications.
• Maintain, repair, and refurbish existing tooling to ensure production efficiency and product quality.
• Operate manual machine tools including lathes, milling machines, surface grinders, and cylindrical grinders.
• Fit, assemble, and test tooling components to ensure correct operation in production conditions.
• Ensure tooling is produced and maintained to the highest quality standards within specified tolerances.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised work area in accordance with company policies.

Manual Machinist / Toolmaker Job Requirements

• Time-served apprenticeship or equivalent qualification in Toolmaking / Precision Engineering would be preferred
• Proven experience in manual machining and toolroom environments.
• Strong knowledge of press tool construction, including blanking, forming, and progression tooling.

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