Toolmaker

Reed Specialist Recruitment; Hythe; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a skilled Toolmaker to join their team in Kent. In this full-time role, you will be responsible for repairing and modifying tooling, ensuring high quality and functionality. The ideal candidate will have experience in a toolroom, be able to read engineering drawings, and have strong problem-solving skills. Benefits include competitive pay and a contributory pension scheme.

Benefits

Competitive rates of pay

Company contributory pension scheme

Death in service benefit after 12 months

Free parking

Supportive management team

Relocation package considered

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a toolroom environment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Proficient in the use of typical toolroom equipment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Self-motivated with a friendly and flexible approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Repair and modify tooling to ensure functionality for design and production needs.
• Utilise experience and knowledge for continuous improvement of tooling.
• Ensure that all work meets customer demands for high-quality components.
• Work collaboratively in a toolroom environment.

Skills

Toolroom experience

Reading engineering drawings

Operating toolroom equipment

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Flexible approach

Job description

Toolmaker

Job Type: Full-time
Location: Kent
Salary: Competitive rates of pay

We are seeking a skilled Toolmaker to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for the repair and modification of tooling, ensuring all work is of high quality and meets the functional needs of both design and production. This position is ideal for someone who is self‑motivated, enjoys working with people, and has a friendly and flexible approach.

Day-to-day of the role

• Repair and modify tooling to ensure functionality for design and production needs.
• Utilise experience and knowledge gained from past problems and tool repairs to assist in the continuous improvement of tooling.
• Ensure that all work schedules and completed work meet customer demands and contribute to the delivery of high‑quality components.
• Work collaboratively in a toolroom environment, maintaining effective communication and teamwork.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a toolroom environment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Proficient in the use of typical toolroom equipment.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.
• Self‑motivated with a friendly and flexible approach to work.

Benefits

• Competitive rates of pay.
• Company contributory pension scheme.
• Death in service benefit after 12 months.
• Free parking.
• Supportive and approachable management team.
• Relocation package considered where appropriate.

To apply for the Toolmaker position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.