Tool Maker

Adecco; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a skilled Toolmaker for a temp-to-perm position in Stourbridge. The successful candidate will work in a hands-on environment, maintaining and repairing press tools. Essential qualifications include previous experience and the ability to interpret technical drawings. This role offers long-term career potential with a reliable and punctual work ethic being vital.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Toolmaker or Bench‑Hand required.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings essential.
• Experience with progression tooling or tungsten carbide desirable.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain press tools for optimal performance.
• Diagnose and resolve tooling issues using problem-solving techniques.
• Support production teams with tool try‑outs and troubleshooting.

Skills

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Relevant engineering qualification

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Job Title: Toolmaker

Location: Stourbridge

Job Type: Temporary to Permanent

Salary: £12.21 - £14.00 per hour (depending on experience)

Working Hours: Monday to Friday

Job Overview

We are currently seeking a skilled Toolmaker to join a well-established engineering team in Stourbridge. This is a temp-to-perm opportunity offering long-term career potential for the right candidate. The role involves working with press tools and precision components in a hands‑on workshop environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Repair, maintain, and modify press tools to ensure optimal performance
• Strip down, rebuild, and regrind tooling as required
• Diagnose and resolve tooling issues using problem‑solving techniques
• Support production teams with tool try‑outs and troubleshooting
• Maintain high standards of safety and housekeeping in the toolroom
• Work independently and collaboratively to meet production deadlines

Requirements

Essential:

• Previous experience as a Toolmaker or Bench‑Hand
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
• Strong attention to detail and manual dexterity
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic

Desirable:

• Experience with progression tooling or tungsten carbide
• Apprenticeship or relevant engineering qualification
• Familiarity with CAD software

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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