Toolmaker

Games Workshop; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days holiday per year

Matching contributory pension up to 7.

Job summary

Games Workshop is recruiting a skilled Toolmaker to manufacture injection moulding tools to high quality standards. You\'ll operate a range of toolroom machinery to produce tooling from concept through to final sign-off.

You will read technical drawings, fit and assemble tools, and provide ongoing support to injection moulding operations. The role requires a Level 3 BTEC in Engineering or equivalent and a hands-on approach.

Qualifications

• Level 3 BTEC or equivalent in Engineering or related field.
• Ability to read drawings and interpret specifications.
• Experience with toolroom machinery is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture injection moulding tools from concept to sign-off.
• Fit and assemble new mould tools to specification.
• Maintain, repair and support tooling for production.
• Operate milling, grinding, turning, spark erosion and laser welding equipment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Reading technical drawings

Education

Level 3 BTEC in Engineering

Tools

Milling

Grinding

Turning

Spark erosion

Laser welding

Job description

About The Job

Games Workshop has an exciting opportunity for a skilled Toolmaker to manufacture our injection moulding tools, working to exacting quality standards. This is a busy role where you’ll operate a range of toolroom machinery, including milling, grinding, turning, spark erosion, and laser welding, to produce and develop tooling from concept through to final sign-off. You’ll be responsible for fitting and assembling new injection mould tools, ensuring each component meets specification and performs reliably in a production environment.

You will need at least a level 3 BTEC or equivalent Vocational qualification within Engineering or a transferable field to undertake this key role. You will be maintaining and improving existing tooling by carrying out repairs, modifications, and providing ongoing support to injection moulding operations. You’ll need to confidently read and interpret technical drawings, identify issues, and implement effective solutions to keep production running smoothly. Attention to detail, problem-solving, and a commitment to high standards are essential, as is working in line with the culture and ethics of Games Workshop.

If you are skilled in some, but not all, of the above machining techniques, full training will be given where necessary.

Working at Games Workshop

At Games Workshop we are looking for people who will do their best to understand the needs of the company and to put those needs first when they are at work. Because of this we believe that what you are like, hence the attitude you show to work and the way you choose to behave is even more important than your skills and experience.

The Warhammer World site is based just outside of Nottingham city centre and benefits from a nearby tram stop and free onsite car parking.

In return for your hard work, you will receive 33 days holiday per year (including public holidays), matching contributory pension scheme up to 7.5%, profit share bonus (subject to GW meeting profit targets) and option to join our Share Save scheme. Oh and let’s not forget, a staff discount of between 25% and 50% on our products!

Other Essential Information

• 33 days holiday per year (including public holidays)
• Matching contributory pension scheme up to 7.5%
• Profit share bonus (subject to GW meeting profit targets)
• Option to join our Share Save scheme
• A staff discount of between 25% and 50% on our products!
• Working Hours: 39 per week. Monday -Thursday 07.00 to 15.30, Friday 07.00 to 12.00
• Closing Date: Applications must be received by midnight, UK time, on Sunday 30th August 2026.