Toolmaker

Randstad Inhouse Services; North East; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Toolmaker to join their client in Peterlee. The role involves using CNC equipment and manual tools, reading engineering drawings, and maintaining high standards of work. Candidates should have strong toolmaking skills and a machining background. This opportunity offers competitive hourly rates and various shift patterns. The position is ongoing with no end date, making it a stable option for applicants.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Paid holidays

Monthly performance bonuses

Qualifications

• HNC Qualified and/or time served within a toolmaker skill set.
• Strong machining background.
• Experience in heavy fabrication.

Responsibilities

• Reading and understanding Engineering Drawings.
• Using CNC and manual tooling.
• Installation of new and modified Jigs and Fixtures.

Skills

Toolmaking skills

Machining background

CNC Programming

Fabrication and Welding

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Education

HNC Qualified

Tools

Leica Coordinate measuring equipment

CNC (Siemens control systems)

Vertical Machining Centres

Lathe turning centres

Job description

Overview

Role: Toolmaker

Placement: Caterpillar Articulated Trucks, Peterlee

Rate: Up to £37.60 per hour plus regular overtime rates and monthly bonuses

Benefits

• Easily accessible via public transport
• Free on-site parking/bike-sheds
• Free tea and coffee
• Paid holiday (inc. public holidays)
• 1 additional holiday every 2 years added to allowance for service (max 5)
• Monthly performance lead bonus including attendance bonus to boost your earnings
• Regular performance review schemes so you\'ll know when you\'re doing a great job
• Full induction and ongoing training
• Potential to be made permanent with our client

Pay, hours and shifts

Hours: 36.5 hours per week

• Day shift: £18.80 per hour
• Afternoon shift: £22.56 per hour
• Night shift: £25.38 per hour
• Overtime (Mon–Sat): £28.20 per hour
• Overtime (Sun): £37.60 per hour

Shifts

• Days: Monday - Thursday, 08:00 - 16:00; Friday 08:00 - 12:30
• Back shift: Monday - Thursday, 16:00 - 00:00; Friday, 12:30 - 17:00
• Night shift: Monday - Thursday, 00:00 - 08:00; Friday, 17:00 - 21:30

About you

• HNC Qualified and/or time served within a toolmaker skill set
• A strong machining background
• Possess competent Toolmaking skills in: Lathes, Milling Machines, CNC Programming and Fabrication and Welding
• Must be self-motivated, flexible, and able to work in a team environment
• Experience in Fabrication 'Assembly Tack' Weld Fixture Manufacture
• Experience using Leica Coordinate measuring equipment
• Experience in "Heavy Fabrication"
• Understanding of hydraulic components and systems

Job duties / Responsibilities

• The reading and understanding of Engineering Drawings and design processes
• The use of CNC (Siemens control systems) and manual tooling such as Vertical Machining Centres and Lathe turning centres
• Installation of all new and modified Jigs and Fixtures
• Maintain robust 5S Standards in all aspects of the role
• Support all operational teams during breakdowns and changes to equipment or processes
• Maintenance, Inspection & Calibration of a wide range of equipment including Fabrication, Assembly \"Tack/Weld\" Fixtures & Manipulators
• Flexibility in working a three-shift pattern (Dayshift, Backshift, Nightshift)

Application process

Candidates may be asked to attend the facility for a meet and greet as part of the application process.

This is an ongoing temporary role with no end date.

Please be aware that PPE is mandatory on the factory floor. This will include ear defenders, overalls and safety boots and will be supplied to you.

Due to the volume of applications we receive, if you haven\'t heard back from us within 2 weeks please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.