Toolmaker

Thorn Baker Recruitment Ltd; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a skilled Toolmaker for a permanent position based in Nottingham. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in producing precision tooling. This role involves operating CNC machines, collaborating with engineering teams, and troubleshooting equipment issues. Competitive starting pay of £22/hour with immediate start available. If you have a strong attention to detail and are committed to quality and safety, this job is for you.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in toolmaking and production of precision tooling.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Knowledge of tool and die materials and heat treatment processes.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture and repair precision tools for production purposes.
• Operates and maintains CNC millers, turners, grinders, and other toolroom machinery.
• Collaborate with engineers and production personnel to ensure tooling meets specifications.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Problem-solving

Mechanical Aptitude

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Relevant toolmaking qualification

Tools

CNC Millers

CNC Turners

Grinders

Lathes

Job description

Toolmaker vacancy!

Nottingham based!

£22/h starting pay!

Permanent position!

Immediate start!

Overview

We are seeking a skilled Toolmaker to join our team. The Toolmaker will be responsible for producing different types of tooling and will be proficient in operating CNC millers, turners, grinders etc.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture and repair precision tools for production purposes
• Operate and maintain CNC millers, turners, grinders, and other toolroom machinery
• Collaborate with engineers and production personnel to ensure tooling meets specifications
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications to determine the proper set up and operation of the machinery
• Perform preventative maintenance on machinery
• Troubleshoot and diagnose issues with tooling and equipment
• Adhere to safety and quality standards in all work activities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in toolmaking and production of precision tooling
• Relevant toolmaking qualification
• Proficiency in operating CNC millers, turners, grinders, and other toolroom machines
• Experience in TIG welding (DESIRABLE)
• Strong attention to detail and precision in work
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Knowledge of tool and die materials and heat treatment processes
• Strong problem-solving skills and mechanical aptitude
• Commitment to workplace safety and quality standards
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

Day-to-day

• Operating CNC millers, turners, grinders, and lathes to produce and repair tooling
• Collaborating with engineers and production personnel to meet tooling specifications
• Performing preventative maintenance on machines and equipment
• Troubleshooting and diagnosing issues with tooling and equipment
• Adhering to safety and quality standards in all work activities

The shift times are days & afters rotating weekly Monday to Friday (early finish Fridays).Starting pay is £22/h.

If you think this is the right job for you, please apply now!

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