Toolmaker

Optima UK Inc Ltd; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tool manufacturing company in Leicester is seeking an experienced Toolmaker to support a range of projects in their busy toolroom. The role requires 5+ years in toolmaking, a strong focus on quality, and the safe use of machinery. Pay is competitive at up to £18.00 per hour, with overtime at 1.5x. Join a growing team that values precision and quality.

Benefits

Overtime paid at 1.5x

Excellent opportunity for growth

Qualifications

• 5+ years in toolmaking or similar industry.
• Able to read 2D/3D engineering drawings (desirable).
• Forklift licence (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Manual grinding, milling and lathe.
• Assembly/disassembly of mould tools.
• Setting and running CNC Milling machines.

Skills

Toolmaking

Attention to detail

Safe use of toolroom machinery

Hydraulics and Pneumatics knowledge

Confident using measuring equipment

Tools

3D CAD/CAM systems

CNC Milling machines

EDM machines

Job description

Job Role: Toolmaker

Location: Leicester

Shift: Days Mon-Thurs: 8am-5pm, Fri: 8am-4pm

Pay Rate: up to £18.00 per hour

Benefits

Overtime paid at 1.5x. Excellent opportunity to join a growing, well-organised business.

About the Company

We are recruiting on behalf of our client, a specialist in high-precision plastic injection moulds for UK and European industries. The business is growing rapidly, with new facilities and machinery creating opportunities to expand their team.

The Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Toolmaker to support a variety of projects in their busy toolroom.

Requirements

• 5+ years in toolmaking or similar industry.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in quality work.
• Safe use of toolroom machinery.
• Able to read 2D/3D engineering drawings (desirable).
• Hydraulics and Pneumatics knowledge
• Forklift licence (desirable).
• Confident using measuring equipment (verniers, micrometres, gauges, DTIs).

Responsibilities

• Manual grinding, milling and lathe.
• Fitting inserts and tool halves.
• Assembly/disassembly of mould tools.
• Polishing and finishing.
• Drilling cooling channels.
• Use of 3D CAD/ CAM systems
• Setting and running CNC Milling machines
• Running of EDM machines and electrode manufacture

If you are interested in the Toolmaker role, please send your CV or contact us directly to arrange an interview