Precision Toolmaker Bench Hand - Fast-Paced, Mentored Growth

Probe UK; Nechells; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in the UK is seeking a hands-on Toolmaker Bench Hand to join their skilled team in Nechells. The role requires precision work in repairing and maintaining press tools, with responsibilities including troubleshooting tool issues and mentoring apprentices. Candidates with various experience levels are welcome, provided they have a proactive mindset and can read engineering drawings. This position offers structured training and outstanding career prospects in a friendly and supportive environment.

Benefits

Salary: £36,000

Lunchtime finish Friday

Death in Service

Vast variety of work

Queens Award winning Business

Structured training offered

Outstanding career prospects

Friendly loyal team

Qualifications

• Experience in high-volume, precision press toolmaking is ideal but all experience will be considered.
• Quality-focused mindset with a proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain press tools to exacting tolerances.
• Strip, rebuild, and regrind tools for maintenance & repair.
• Troubleshoot tool issues using proven problem-solving techniques.
• Manage tool try-outs and support tool setters on shift.
• Mentor trainees and apprentices.
• Champion safety, PPE use, and 5S improvements.

Skills

Precision work

Ability to read engineering drawings

Proactive mindset

Education

Apprentice trained

Job description

A leading manufacturer in the UK is seeking a hands-on Toolmaker Bench Hand to join their skilled team in Nechells. The role requires precision work in repairing and maintaining press tools, with responsibilities including troubleshooting tool issues and mentoring apprentices. Candidates with various experience levels are welcome, provided they have a proactive mindset and can read engineering drawings. This position offers structured training and outstanding career prospects in a friendly and supportive environment.