Tool Maker

Chase Taylor Recruitment Ltd; Tamworth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing recruitment agency in Tamworth is seeking a skilled Toolmaker to support production efficiency in a high-volume GRP Products Manufacturing company. Responsibilities include operating tool room machinery, manufacturing new tools, and troubleshooting production issues. The ideal candidate has experience in toolmaking and a strong commitment to quality and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in toolmaking or precision engineering.
• Proficient in operating and maintaining tool room machinery.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, production-led environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain tool room machinery as required for tool production and repair.
• Manufacture new tools and ancillary parts from technical drawings or by replicating existing components.
• Troubleshoot tooling-related production issues and assist with breakdown recovery.

Skills

Toolmaking experience

Operating tool room machinery

Interpreting technical drawings

Repair and modification of extrusion and mould tools

Problem-solving ability

Attention to detail

Job description

Job Purpose :

Working for a high-volume GRP Products Manufacturing company supplying the construction market your role is to support production efficiency by manufacturing, maintaining, and repairing tooling and associated components to a high standard ensuring all work is completed safely and effectively in line with company quality and safety standards.

Key Accountabilities :

• Operate and maintain tool room machinery as required for tool production and repair.
• Respond quickly and effectively to tooling breakdowns to minimise production disruption.
• Manufacture new tools and ancillary parts from technical drawings or by replicating existing components.
• Carry out repairs and modifications to a wide range of production tooling, including extrusion and moulding tools.
• Provide support to maintenance operations when needed.
• Troubleshoot tooling-related production issues and assist with breakdown recovery.
• Support Die and Calibrator cleaning operations when required.
• Consistently apply high standards of workmanship and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment, reporting any hazards promptly to the Engineering Manager.
• Work within the company’s Health & Safety Charter, ensuring all tasks are conducted safely and responsibly.
• Operate within the department's principles of Time, Ability, and Safety.

Role Requirements :

• Demonstrated experience in toolmaking or precision engineering
• Proficient in operating and maintaining tool room machinery
• Capable of interpreting and working from technical drawings
• Familiarity with the repair and modification of extrusion and mould tools
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, production-led environment
• Understanding of health and safety practices relevant to an engineering workshop

Personal Attributes :

• Practical, hands-on mindset with strong problem-solving ability
• High attention to detail and dedication to quality craftsmanship
• Flexible, collaborative, and calm under pressure
• Health and safety conscious with a proactive approach to workplace improvements