Tool Setter

Advanced Innergy Solutions Ltd; Skelmersdale; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary annual bonus up to 15%

Life assurance 4x annual salary

Employee assistance programme (24/7 GP

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

CRP Subsea in Skelmersdale seeks a proactive Tool Setter to manage tooling across production cells. You will prepare, install and maintain tooling, ensuring safe and efficient production, with close cooperation with Engineering and Quality teams.

The role requires hands-on, detail-oriented individuals with strong organisational and problem-solving skills to keep downtime to a minimum and uphold safety standards across manufacturing operations.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in tooling, manufacturing, production or engineering environments.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and production schedules.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Hands-on, practical approach with good manual dexterity.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills to identify and resolve production issues.
• Good communication skills and ability to collaborate across departments.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of assigned tasks.
• Strong time management and focus on minimising downtime.
• Solid understanding of Health & Safety in manufacturing environments.
• Calm under pressure with sound decision-making.
• IT skills; ERP experience would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, adjust and maintain precision tooling for production operations.
• Plan and coordinate tooling requirements with production schedules.
• Safely carry out tool changes and machine set-ups to meet specifications.
• Mount, align and secure tooling into production machinery.
• Manage tooling inventory and maintain tool/location records.
• Arrange ordering, shipping and movement of tooling per demand.
• Perform routine maintenance, cleaning, lubrication and replacement of worn tooling components.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Quality to troubleshoot manufacturing issues.
• Ensure activities comply with quality standards, risk assessments and SOPs.
• Support reducing machine downtime through tooling preparation and changeover planning.
• Maintain housekeeping standards in the department.
• Adhere to Health & Safety requirements including PPE usage.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

Time management

Health & Safety awareness

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

CRP Subsea is seeking a proactive and organised Tool Setter to join our manufacturing team in Skelmersdale. Reporting to the Production Manager, you will be responsible for preparing, installing, maintaining and managing production tooling across our manufacturing cells, ensuring production runs safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards.

What will you do as our Tool Setter:

• Prepare, adjust and maintain precision tooling for production operations.
• Plan and coordinate tooling requirements in line with production schedules.
• Safely carry out tool changes and machine set‑ups to ensure products are manufactured to specification.
• Mount, align and secure tooling into production machinery.
• Manage tooling inventory and maintain accurate records of tool locations, part numbers and tool numbers.
• Arrange the ordering, shipping and movement of tooling in line with production demand.
• Perform routine maintenance, cleaning, lubrication and replacement of worn tooling components.
• Work closely with Engineering and Quality teams to troubleshoot and resolve manufacturing issues.
• Ensure all activities are completed in accordance with quality standards, risk assessments and standard operating procedures.
• Support the reduction of machine downtime through effective tooling preparation and changeover planning.
• Maintain excellent housekeeping standards within the department.
• Adhere to all Health & Safety requirements, including the use of PPE and safe operation of equipment.

What we are looking for in our Tool Setter:

• Previous experience in a tooling, manufacturing, production or engineering environment.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work to production schedules.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
• A practical, hands‑on approach with good manual dexterity.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills with the ability to identify and resolve production issues.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues across departments.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of assigned tasks.
• Strong time management skills and a focus on minimising downtime.
• A good understanding of Health & Safety requirements within a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and make sound decisions quickly.
• Competent IT skills; experience of ERP systems would be advantageous.
• A positive attitude and commitment to delivering operational excellence.

What are the benefits of being our Tool Setter:

• Discretionary annual bonus of up to 15% of basic salary
• Life assurance of 4x annual salary
• Comprehensive employee assistance programme including 24/7 GP, unlimited mental health support and legal consultations
• Access to leisure benefits, including a cycle to work scheme