Toolmaker

Swish; Tamworth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Tamworth is looking for a Toolmaker to support production efficiency. The role involves operating tool room machinery, manufacturing tools from technical drawings, and repairing production tooling. Ideal candidates should have experience in toolmaking, be proficient in machinery operations, and understand health and safety practices. This position offers a full-time role with a focus on craftsmanship and producing high-quality work within a safe environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in toolmaking or precision engineering.
• Proficient in operating and maintaining tool room machinery.
• Capable of interpreting and working from technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain tool room machinery as required.
• Respond quickly to tooling breakdowns to minimize production disruption.
• Manufacture new tools from technical drawings.

Skills

Toolmaking or precision engineering experience

Operating and maintaining tool room machinery

Interpreting technical drawings

Repairing extrusion and mould tools

Understanding health and safety practices

Job description

Hours of Work

Monday - Friday days - 40 hours per week.

Job Purpose

Reporting directly to the Engineering Manager, your role is to support production efficiency by manufacturing, maintaining, and repairing tooling and associated components to a high standard, ensuring all work is completed safely and effectively in line with company quality and safety standards.

Key Accountabilities

• Operate and maintain tool room machinery as required.
• Respond quickly and effectively to tooling breakdowns to minimise production disruption.
• Manufacture new tools and ancillary parts from technical drawings or by replicating existing components.
• Carry out repairs and modifications to a wide range of production tooling, including extrusion and moulding tools.
• Provide support to maintenance operations when needed.
• Troubleshoot tooling-related production issues and assist with breakdown recovery.
• Carrying out generic tasks, which require machinery experience.
• Consistently apply high standards of workmanship and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment, reporting any hazards promptly to the Engineering Manager.
• Work within the company’s Health & Safety Charter, ensuring all tasks are conducted safely and responsibly.
• Operate within the department's principles of Time, Ability, and Safety.

Role Requirements

• Demonstrated experience in toolmaking or precision engineering.
• Proficient in operating and maintaining tool room machinery.
• Capable of interpreting and working from technical drawings.
• Familiarity with the repair and modification of extrusion and mould tools.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, production‑led environment.
• Understanding of health and safety practices relevant to an engineering workshop.

Personal Attributes

• Practical, hands‑on mindset with strong problem‑solving ability.
• High attention to detail and dedication to quality craftsmanship.
• Flexible, collaborative, and calm under pressure.
• Health and safety conscious with a proactive approach to workplace improvements.
• Reliable and able to manage competing priorities effectively.