Toolmaker

Hilman & Co.; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international engineering manufacturer is seeking an experienced Toolmaker for a full-time, permanent position. The role involves manufacturing and maintaining tooling and fixtures, supporting maintenance tasks, and ensuring compliance with health & safety standards. Ideal candidates will have a mechanical apprenticeship and proven experience in tool manufacture.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in tool and fixture manufacture using CNC and conventional methods.
• Flexible, team-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture and maintain press tools, jigs, fixtures, and ancillary equipment.
• Support breakdown response and planned maintenance tasks.
• Work closely with design and engineering teams on tooling improvements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Time management

Education

Mechanical Apprenticeship (minimum ONC/NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)

Job description

£34000 - £38000

Gloucestershire

Full-time, Permanent

An established, leading international engineering manufacturer is seeking an experienced Toolmaker to support the production, maintenance, and development of tooling and fixtures used in manufacturing and assembly operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Manufacture and maintain press tools, jigs, fixtures, and ancillary equipment.
• Support breakdown response and planned maintenance tasks.
• Work closely with design and engineering teams on tooling improvements.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety and quality standards.
• Assist with training and supervision of apprentices or junior staff as needed.
  
  

Essential Requirements

• Mechanical Apprenticeship (minimum ONC/NVQ Level 3 or equivalent).
• Proven experience in tool and fixture manufacture using both CNC and conventional methods.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Flexible, team-focused approach with good time management.
  
  

Desirable

• Awareness of lean/continuous improvement tools (e.g. Six Sigma, 5Y).
• Ability to deputise for Team Leader when required.