Precision Tooling Machinist — CNC/Manual Milling & Dies

Masstemps; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Masstemps is recruiting an experienced Toolroom Machinist to join a busy manufacturing operation near the Birmingham area. You will perform milling, turning, drilling, tapping, reaming and grinding to tight tolerances, manufacture and repair press tools and tooling, and inspect components using precision gauges.

You will set up and operate conventional and CNC milling and turning machines, read engineering drawings, and contribute to tooling improvements while adhering to health and safety

Qualifications

• Experience in toolroom roles including precise machining.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings with tight tolerances.
• Experience with both manual and CNC milling/turning and tooling maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate conventional and CNC milling/turning machinery.
• Machining to engineering drawings with tight tolerances.
• Manufacture, modify, repair and maintain press tools, dies, jigs and fixtures.
• Inspect components using precision measuring equipment.
• Follow drawings, CAD data, instructions and safety procedures.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance tooling performance.

Skills

Manual milling

CNC turning

Engineering drawings

Precision inspection

Bench fitting

Education

Engineering apprenticeship

NVQ/City & Guilds

Tools

Wire EDM

Spark erosion

Surface grinding

Job description

Masstemps is recruiting an experienced Toolroom Machinist to join a busy manufacturing operation near the Birmingham area. You will perform milling, turning, drilling, tapping, reaming and grinding to tight tolerances, manufacture and repair press tools and tooling, and inspect components using precision gauges.

You will set up and operate conventional and CNC milling and turning machines, read engineering drawings, and contribute to tooling improvements while adhering to health and safety