Tool Room Operative

Next Level Talent Group; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £26,000 – £34,000.

33 days holiday (including statutory)

Company pension scheme

Life assurance, health cash plan

Job summary

Next Level Talent Group is recruiting a Tool Room Operative near Birmingham to join an experienced team. The role involves operating toolroom equipment, forklifts and overhead cranes to support production, while ensuring on-time trials and minimal downtime.

You will read engineering drawings, handle tight tolerances, and contribute to continuous improvement. The position runs Monday–Thursday 7:30–16:00 and Friday 7:30–12:30, with an attractive salary and benefits package.

Qualifications

• Experience in press and shear tool manufacture, maintenance and fault finding.
• Able to read and interpret engineering drawings and work to tolerances.
• Self-motivated, well-organised and professional.
• Eligible to work in the UK (no sponsorship).

Responsibilities

• Operate Toolroom equipment to a high standard.
• Operate a forklift truck and overhead crane to assist with daily duties, while enabling tooling to be delivered to production; training will be provided.
• Ensure manufacturing is covered in a timely manner so that try-out dates are met.
• Ensure breakdowns are covered in a timely manner so production downtime is kept to a minimum.
• Aim for a "right first time" approach to all work carried out.
• Liaise with contractors/suppliers where required and, when additional support is needed, agree timescales and costs.
• Maintain awareness and ensure full compliance with H&S legislation, housekeeping standards and company rules and procedures.
• Follow verbal and written instructions and work to set out procedures.
• Seek continuous improvement related to the business KPIs and, as part of the team, contribute to improved performance and overall improvement of the business.

Skills

Toolmaking experience

CNC & manual machining

Reading engineering drawings

Time management

Communication skills

UK work eligibility

Tools

Forklift operation

Overhead crane operation

Job description

Overview

Our client has a global presence and state‑of‑the‑art facilities located near Birmingham. They are looking to hire a Tool Room Operative to join an existing team.

Person Specification

• Experience in all aspects of press and shear tool manufacture, maintenance and fault finding.
• Experience with CNC and manual machine work including surface grinding, milling, turning, fixturing and wire EDM.
• Able to read and understand engineering drawings and work to specified tolerances.
• Well organised, multi-skilled, self‑motivated and professional.
• Good time‑keeping and attendance.
• Responsible for achieving own key objectives, as well as the objectives of the team.
• Able to prioritise workload and meet tight deadlines under pressure.
• Computer literate and able to communicate and record information effectively.
• Attention to detail; accuracy is paramount.
• Able to communicate at all levels and have a "can do" attitude.
• Willing to progress skillset on new equipment and machining methods.
• Must be eligible and able to prove you can work in the UK, as the company does not hold a sponsorship licence.

Responsibilities

• Operate Toolroom equipment to a high standard.
• Operate a forklift truck and overhead crane to assist with daily duties, while enabling tooling to be delivered to production; training will be provided.
• Ensure manufacturing is covered in a timely manner so that try‑out dates are met.
• Ensure breakdowns are covered in a timely manner so production downtime is kept to a minimum.
• Aim for a "right first time" approach to all work carried out.
• Liaise with contractors/suppliers where required and, when additional support is needed, agree timescales and costs.
• Maintain awareness and ensure full compliance with H&S legislation, housekeeping standards and company rules and procedures.
• Follow verbal and written instructions and work to set out procedures.
• Seek continuous improvement related to the business KPIs and, as part of the team, contribute to improved performance and overall improvement of the business.

Hours of Work

Monday to Thursday: 7:30am to 4:00pm with a half‑hour lunch break each day. Friday: 7:30am to 12:30pm with no lunch break. Total 37 hours per week.

Benefits

• Salary £26,000 – £34,000.
• 33 days holiday (including statutory days).
• Company pension scheme.
• Life assurance, health cash plan.
• Discounted gym membership.
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme.
• And more.