Toolmaker

First Base; Stonehouse; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Stroud is seeking a Press Toolmaker for a full-time permanent position. You will be responsible for manufacturing and repairing tooling, operating various tool-room equipment, and interpreting engineering drawings. The role offers a competitive salary between £36,000 and £38,000 per annum, along with benefits such as a company pension scheme and 33 days of holiday per year.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Sick pay in line with company policy

33 days holiday per year

Qualifications

• Background in press-working with a strong understanding of processes and techniques used within the industry.
• Fully experienced in press toolmaking.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture of in-house designed tooling.
• Repair and modification of existing tooling.
• Operation of a wide range of tool-room equipment.

Skills

Press working

Toolmaking

Independent working

Communication skills

Tools

Haas lathes

Colchester lathe

XYZ mill

Jones & Shipman grinder

Wire & Spark Eroder

Job description

Overview

Position: Press Toolmaker – Location: Stroud – Hours: Full time, permanent – Salary: £36,000 - £38,000 per annum

Responsibilities

• Manufacture of in-house designed tooling
• Repair and modification of existing tooling
• Operation of a wide range of tool-room equipment, including Haas lathes and mills, Colchester lathe, XYZ mill, Jones & Shipman grinder, and Wire & Spark Eroder
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings, working to fine tolerances

Qualifications

• Background in press-working with a strong understanding of processes and techniques used within the industry
• Fully experienced in press toolmaking
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Motivated self-starter with strong communication skills

Benefits

• Competitive salary of £36,000 - £38,000 per annum
• Company pension scheme
• Sick pay in line with company policy
• 33 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)