Toolmaker

Dynamic Selection Ltd; Long Eaton; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in Long Eaton seeks an experienced Toolmaker to manufacture and maintain precision tooling. Responsibilities include operating Toolroom machinery and fault diagnosing. Candidates should have a strong background in precision engineering, a toolmaking apprenticeship, and the ability to read technical drawings. The role offers a competitive salary of £44,850pa plus benefits, with a 39-hour workweek on a 2-shift pattern.

Benefits

Benefits

Qualifications

• Experience as a toolmaker, preferably with a recognized apprenticeship.
• Must be proficient in precision engineering operations.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture and modify tooling and special-purpose machinery.
• Operate and maintain Toolroom equipment.
• Diagnose faults and perform repairs on tooling.

Skills

Time‑served apprentice

Strong background in precision engineering

Skilled in operating Toolroom machinery

Experience with press tooling

Ability to read technical drawings

CNC experience

Ability to produce jigs & fixtures

Education

NVQ or equivalent in Tool making or Machining

Job description

We are working on behalf of a world leading manufacturer and currently have an exciting opportunity for a Toolmaker based at their site in Long Eaton, Derbyshire.

Main Purpose of the Toolmaker

Reporting to the Toolroom Manager and working as part of the Toolroom team, the Toolmaker is responsible for the manufacture, maintenance and continuous improvement of production press tooling, jigs, fixtures, gauges, and special purpose machinery.

Key Responsibilities of the Toolmaker

• Manufacture and modify tooling, jigs, fixtures, and special‑purpose machinery
• Interpret and work from engineering drawings to determine the best manufacturing methods
• Operate a full range of Toolroom machinery (milling, turning, grinding, CNC etc)
• Assemble and disassemble press tools, check tolerances and ensure functional performance
• Diagnose faults and carry out effective repairs

Skills / Experience

• Time‑served apprentice and NVQ or equivalent in Tool making or Machining
• Strong background in precision engineering and toolroom operations
• Skilled in operating Toolroom machinery (lathes, mills, grinders etc)
• Experience with press tooling, fault diagnosis and tool repair
• Ability to read technical drawings
• CNC experience
• Ability to produce jigs & fixtures

Salary / Benefits

£44,850pa + Benefits

Hours

2 shift pattern - 39 hours per week

6.00am - 2.00pm

2.00pm - 10.00pm

For more information on this position and to discuss this role in confidence, please contact Chris O'Brien at Dynamic Selection