Toolmaker

Probe UK; Nechells; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in the UK is seeking a hands-on Toolmaker Bench Hand to join their skilled team in Nechells. The role requires precision work in repairing and maintaining press tools, with responsibilities including troubleshooting tool issues and mentoring apprentices. Candidates with various experience levels are welcome, provided they have a proactive mindset and can read engineering drawings. This position offers structured training and outstanding career prospects in a friendly and supportive environment.

Benefits

Salary: £36,000

Lunchtime finish Friday

Death in Service

Vast variety of work

Queens Award winning Business

Structured training offered

Outstanding career prospects

Friendly loyal team

Qualifications

• Experience in high-volume, precision press toolmaking is ideal but all experience will be considered.
• Quality-focused mindset with a proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain press tools to exacting tolerances.
• Strip, rebuild, and regrind tools for maintenance & repair.
• Troubleshoot tool issues using proven problem-solving techniques.
• Manage tool try-outs and support tool setters on shift.
• Mentor trainees and apprentices.
• Champion safety, PPE use, and 5S improvements.

Skills

Precision work

Ability to read engineering drawings

Proactive mindset

Education

Apprentice trained

Job description

Toolmaker Bench Hand

Are you a hands‑on Toolmaker Bench Hand who loves precision work? Do you have a knack for shaping, bending, and bringing metal to life? We’re looking for an experienced Toolmaker Bench Hand to join our friendly, skilled team. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a freshly qualified apprentice, if you have the right attitude and a passion for precision, we’ll give you the platform to thrive in our fast‑paced, high‑volume environment.

Commutable from Birmingham, Halesowen, Sutton Coldfield, Walsall, Moseley, Yardley, Aston, Brownhills, Smethwick, Dudley, Stourbridge, Wednesbury, Bilston, Minworth and Harbourne.

Key Benefits

• Salary: £36,000
• Lunchtime finish Friday
• Death in Service
• Vast variety of work
• Queens Award winning Business
• Structured training offered
• Outstanding career prospects
• Friendly loyal team

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain press tools to exacting tolerances
• Strip, rebuild, and regrind tools for maintenance & repair
• Troubleshoot tool issues using proven problem‑solving techniques
• Manage tool try‑outs and support tool setters on shift
• Mentor trainees and apprentices
• Champion safety, PPE use, and 5S improvements

Requirements

• Apprentice trained
• Experience in high‑volume, precision press toolmaking ideally but all experience will be considered
• Proactive, quality‑focused mindset
• Ability to read engineering drawings
• All skill levels welcome — from newly qualified to veteran toolmaker

If you’re ready to build a career in a role where precision meets opportunity, apply now. Please note: Candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK.