Toolmaker

Workforce Staffing; Rochdale; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the precision manufacturing sector seeks a skilled Toolmaker for a permanent role in Rochdale. The position involves programming and operating various milling machines, ensuring high-quality production standards. Ideal candidates will bring proven CNC experience and have a strong understanding of engineering drawings. This role offers competitive pay, opportunities for overtime, and a chance to work in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

33 days holiday including overtime

Pension plan

Overtime opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience programming CNC machines.
• Experience with conventional machinery.
• Ability to read engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Programming, setting & operating CNC milling machines.
• Operating conventional milling, turning, and grinding machines.
• Using inspection equipment for quality checks.

Skills

CNC Programming

Milling

Turning

Engineering Drawing Interpretation

Organizational Skills

Education

Engineering Apprenticeship

Job description

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Job Title: Toolmaker

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Rochdale

Salary: £19ph DOE

Schedule: Monday - Thursday 8am till 4pm - Friday 8-3pm

Overtime readily available at x1.5.

Based in Rochdale, our client specializes in the design and manufacture of moulds and dies for the plastics, rubber, and diecasting industries.

Job description

The role of Toolmaker includes the following duties:

• Programming, setting & operating 3/4 axis milling machines, using Haas controls and/or 3-axis milling machines with Siemens controls.
• Setting and operating conventional milling, turning, and grinding machines.
• Deburring.
• Using basic inspection equipment.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have proven experience programming, setting, and operating CNC turning & milling machines.
• Have experience with conventional machinery.
• Be able to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• An engineering apprenticeship is preferred, but experience is the overriding factor.
• Be flexible to work overtime or additional hours depending on workload.
• Work well independently and as part of a team.
• Produce high-quality work to fine tolerances.
• Maintain a professional and self-motivated attitude.
• Have good organizational and time management skills.
• Enjoy 33 days including overtime, pension, and plenty of overtime opportunities.

What next?

If you have the experience, the company welcomes site visits to ensure you are comfortable with the role, environment, and team. To arrange a site visit, contact Antony Brunn at 07881297172 or email [emailprotected]. Immediate starts are available!

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