Tool Setter Assistant

KHR - Recruitment Specialists; Paddock Wood; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and support

Career progression opportunities

Friendly work environment

Job summary

A specialist manufacturing company in Paddock Wood is seeking a Tool Setter Assistant to support the Tool Setter and ensure efficient production of high-quality components. The role involves operating machines, monitoring performance, and maintaining a safe working environment. Ideal candidates will have basic manufacturing knowledge and be ready to learn further skills. Opportunities for training and career progression are offered in a structured, friendly team setting.

Qualifications

• Willingness to undertake further training as a Forklift Truck operator and Overhead Crane operator.

Responsibilities

• Prepare tools and equipment for production runs.
• Operate machines according to production schedules.
• Provide support to the Tool Setter.
• Ensure safe and correct storage and handling of tools.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Monitor machine performance and adjust settings as needed.
• Record production data and report any issues.
• Follow health and safety procedures.

Skills

Basic understanding of manufacturing processes

Hands-on experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment

Good communication and teamwork skills

Job description

Overview

Join a well-established specialist manufacturing company. Opportunity for training, support, and career progression in a structured environment. Collaborate with a hardworking and friendly team committed to delivering high-quality products.

Company Overview

Our client is a well-established company offering a dependable and adaptable service to customers from various industries. With a strong commitment to quality and rigorous quality control measures, they provide a comprehensive range of services from the initial concept to the final product. The company takes pride in their hardworking, structured, and friendly work environment.

Position Overview

As a Tool Setter Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting the Tool Setter and ensuring the efficient production of high-quality components. This position involves operating and monitoring machines while maintaining a safe and clean working environment and adhering to the company’s quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare tools and equipment for production runs
• Operate machines according to production schedules
• Provide support to the Tool Setter
• Ensure safe and correct storage and handling of tools
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment
• Monitor machine performance and, once trained, adjust settings as needed
• Record production data and report any deviations or issues
• Follow health and safety procedures and wear appropriate PPE

Requirements

• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes
• Hands-on experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment
• Ability to follow instructions and work under supervision
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Willingness to undertake further training (Forklift Truck operator & Overhead Crane operator)

Benefits

• Training, support, and career progression opportunities
• Structured and friendly work environment
• Opportunity to work with a hardworking team committed to delivering high-quality products
• Alongside a supportive benefits package, you’ll be immersed in a structured and friendly work environment, collaborating with a dedicated team committed to delivering exceptional results

KH Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. KHR - Recruitment Specialists is a trading name of KH Recruitment Ltd.