Tool Maker

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Yelverton; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

An engineering firm in Plymouth is seeking a skilled Tool Maker. The role involves designing and fabricating jigs, performing maintenance, and ensuring quality standards are met. Applicants must have at least 3 years of relevant experience and strong skills in mechanical fitting and machining. The position offers competitive pay along with benefits including a bonus scheme and private healthcare.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual bonus scheme

33 days holiday

Life insurance 3 x salary

Private health care

Opportunity for growth

Exposure to cutting-edge technology

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar role.
• Strong technical skills in mechanical fitting, machining, and tool making.
• Proficiency in CNC machinery and tools.

Responsibilities

• Design and fabricate new jigs and tooling.
• Perform repairs and maintenance on existing jigs and machine parts.
• Work closely with the production team to ensure tooling quality.

Skills

Mechanical fitting

Machining

Tool making

CNC lathe

CNC mill

Surface grinding

CAD

Wire eroder

Tig/jig welding

Job description

Tool Maker

Plymouth | £37,479 - £42,841 per annum | Night shifts | Sunday - Thursday | 11pm - 7am |

Are you looking for a challenging and dynamic role in the field of engineering? Do you have expertise in mechanical fitting, machining, and tool making? If so, this may be the opportunity for you! Acorn by Synergie is searching for a skilled Tool Maker to join the team of a client company, based in Plymouth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Utilise your experience and knowledge of mechanical fitting, machining, and tool making to design and fabricate new jigs and tooling.
• Perform repairs and maintenance on existing jigs, fixtures, and machine parts.
• Use your expertise in CNC lathe, CNC mill, surface grinding, CAD, wire eroder, and tig/jig welding to carry out various tasks.
• Work closely with the production team to ensure that all tooling and fixtures are in top condition and meet production standards.
• Assist with the development of new processes and continuously improve existing ones to enhance efficiency and productivity.
• Monitor the overall quality of work and identify any issues that may arise.

Requirements:

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in the engineering industry.
• Strong technical skills in mechanical fitting, machining, and tool making.
• Proficiency in the use of CNC lathe, CNC mill, surface grinding, CAD, wire eroder, and tig/jig welding.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Detail-oriented and able to prioritise tasks.

Job Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Annual bonus scheme.
• 33 days holiday (inc B/H).
• Life Insurance 3 x salary.
• Private health care.
• Opportunity for growth and career development.
• Exposure to cutting-edge technology and processes.

If you have a strong background in mechanical fitting, machining, and tool making and are looking for a new challenge in the engineering industry, please submit your application today, or call the Barnstaple team!

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.