Tool Maker

Line Up; London Borough of Hillingdon; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading production engineering client near Heathrow Airport is seeking an experienced Tool Maker. This role involves designing, fabricating, and maintaining precision tools for aerospace components. The successful candidate will possess strong machining skills and workshop experience, with a competitive salary and benefits package offered.

Qualifications

• Engineering Apprenticeship preferred but not essential.
• Workshop experience, preferably in aerospace, is essential.
• Knowledge of materials and tools.

Responsibilities

• Operate manual and CNC machine tools.
• Manufacture, service, and repair tools, jigs, and fixtures.
• Assist in tooling design and collaborate with engineering teams.

Skills

Machining skills

Mathematics knowledge

Blueprint interpretation

Workshop practices

Education

GCSE level or equivalent

Tools

CNC machine tools

Manual machine tools

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I am seeking an experienced Tool Maker to join my renowned production engineering client based just north of Heathrow Airport, West London.

The Tool Maker is responsible for the design, fabrication, maintenance, and repair of precision tools, jigs, and fixtures used in the manufacturing and assembly of aerospace components.

Role Details

• Position: Tool Maker
• Location: Hayes, Middlesex
• Shift: Monday - Friday. Full-time permanent.
• Salary: Up To 43,075 plus attractive benefits package

Candidate Requirements

• Applicants must already hold the right to live & work in the UK without restrictions. No sponsorships can be provided now or in the future.
• Engineering Apprenticeship preferred but not essential.
• Educated to at least GCSE level or equivalent.
• Workshop experience, preferably in aerospace, is essential.
• Knowledge of mathematics and workshop practices to at least City and Guilds Engineering standard.
• Strong machining skills and understanding of materials and tools.
• Ability to interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Experience with sheet metal fabrication and knowledge of various materials.

Main Responsibilities

1. Operate manual and CNC machine tools, including milling machines, lathes, grinders, and hand tools.
2. Use precision measuring instruments.
3. Manufacture, service, and repair tools, jigs, and fixtures.
4. Assist in tooling design and collaborate with engineering teams.
5. Maintain and troubleshoot existing tools.
6. Support manufacturing of tooling for assembly and testing.

If you meet the requirements and are interested, please apply immediately. Due to application volume, unsuccessful candidates may not be contacted. If you do not hear within 14 days, consider your application unsuccessful.

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