Pattern & Tool Maker — Permanent Role, 4pm–Midnight Shift

Oliver Rae; Lyneham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Oliver Rae in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Pattern Maker / Tool Maker for a permanent position in a foundry/manufacturing environment. The role focuses on repairing, maintaining and preparing pattern equipment for production, and operating traditional workshop machinery to produce and service tooling.

You should be time-served or qualified as Tool Maker, able to read engineering drawings, and work with minimal supervision while supporting manufacturing schedules.

Responsibilities

• Repair, maintain, and prepare pattern equipment for production.
• Ensure all pattern equipment is fit for purpose and ready for the next shift.
• Carry out inspections to identify wear, damage, and defects.
• Manufacture, modify, and repair tooling, patterns, and core boxes as required.
• Operate traditional workshop machinery to produce and maintain tooling.
• Work closely with production teams to minimise downtime and support manufacturing schedules.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment.
• Follow all company quality standards and health and safety procedures.

Job description

Oliver Rae in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Pattern Maker / Tool Maker for a permanent position in a foundry/manufacturing environment. The role focuses on repairing, maintaining and preparing pattern equipment for production, and operating traditional workshop machinery to produce and service tooling.

You should be time-served or qualified as Tool Maker, able to read engineering drawings, and work with minimal supervision while supporting manufacturing schedules.