Tool Maker

Hudson Shribman; London Borough of Southwark; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days' annual leave

Pension

Early finish Fridays

Overtime paid

Job summary

Hudson Shribman is seeking an experienced CNC Machinist / Toolmaker (procession grinder) to join its South London toolroom. You will manufacture, maintain and refurbish precision tooling and components for specialist industrial applications, reading detailed drawings and working to tight tolerances.

This position suits an apprentice-trained Toolmaker or Precision Grinder with demonstrable CNC and manual grinding skills.

Qualifications

• Must have toolmaking or precision grinding background.
• Proficient in reading detailed engineering drawings.
• Experience with surface, cylindrical and internal grinding.
• Ability to work to tight tolerances and inspect parts using precision equipment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out precision grinding operations on CNC/manual equipment.
• Manufacture, maintain and refurbish tooling and precision components.
• Read drawings and ensure compliance with specifications and deadlines.
• Inspect finished parts with precision measuring equipment.
• Maintain quality, housekeeping and safety standards.
• Work independently and as part of the toolroom team.

Skills

Toolmaker experience

CNC & manual grinding

Reading drawings

Tight tolerances

Attention to detail

Apprentice-trained

Job description

CNC Machinist / Toolmaker (procession grinder) up to c£39k

ABJ6728 Location: South Type: Permanent Onsite

An established UK engineering and manufacturing business is seeking an experienced CNC machinist Toolmaker / Precision Grinder to join its skilled toolroom team. As a precision grinder this is an excellent opportunity to work within a precision manufacturing environment, producing high-quality components to exacting standards for specialist industrial applications.

This role would suit an apprentice-trained Toolmaker, Precision Grinder or Toolroom Engineer, or someone who has gained equivalent experience within a precision engineering environment.

The Role

Working within a well-equipped toolroom, you will be responsible for the manufacture, maintenance and refurbishment of precision tooling and components. You will be expected to work from detailed engineering drawings, achieving fine tolerances while maintaining high standards of quality and productivity.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out precision grinding operations using manual and/or CNC equipment.
• Perform:
• Surface Grinding
• Cylindrical Grinding
• Internal (Bore) Grinding
• Ring Grinding
• Honing
• Manufacture and refurbish tooling and precision-engineered components.
• Interpret engineering drawings and work to tight tolerances.
• Inspect finished components using a range of precision measuring equipment.
• Ensure work is completed to customer specifications and production deadlines.
• Maintain high standards of quality, housekeeping and safety.
• Work independently while also contributing effectively as part of the wider engineering team.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Toolmaker, Toolroom Engineer, Precision Grinder or Manual/CNC Machinist.
• Strong practical experience in multiple grinding disciplines, including surface, cylindrical and internal grinding.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Experience working to fine tolerances within a precision manufacturing environment.
• Competence using inspection and measuring equipment.
• A proactive approach with excellent attention to detail.
• Apprentice training or equivalent hands-on engineering experience.

Package up to 39k depending on experience Perm: 39hr working week with an early finish on Fridays (1:15 pm). Overtime available, paid at:1.3x basic hourly rate (weekdays) 1.5x basic hourly rate (weekends) 25 days' annual leave; Pension