Toolmaker

Masstemps; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Masstemps is recruiting an experienced Toolmaker to join a busy manufacturing company near the West Bromwich area. You will manufacture, repair and modify precision tooling, jigs, fixtures, dies and press tools to drawings and specifications.

The role involves setting and operating conventional and CNC machines, reading drawings, selecting tools and methods, and ensuring tight tolerances. You will work with engineers to deliver bespoke tooling on time while maintaining safety and quality

Qualifications

• Toolmaker with experience in engineering/toolroom environments.
• Ability to read and interpret detailed engineering drawings to tight tolerances.
• Proficient in milling, turning, drilling and grinding.
• Experience using micrometers, verniers and gauges for inspection.
• CNC machining or wire erosion experience is advantageous.
• Time-served or apprentice-trained with a relevant engineering qualification.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture, assemble and repair tooling, jigs, fixtures, dies and press tools to drawings and specifications.
• Set and operate conventional and CNC machines including milling machines, lathes, grinders and machining centres.
• Work on multi-stage tooling and precision components with tight tolerances and high accuracy.
• Read and interpret drawings, select tools, speeds, feeds and machining methods.
• Carry out fitting, bench work and assembly for accurate fits and finishes.
• Inspect components using precision measuring equipment and rectify issues to meet specs.

Skills

Toolmaking

Reading drawings

Tolerances

Precision measuring

Problem solving

Education

Engineering apprenticeship

Tools

Milling

Turning

Drilling

Grinding

CNC milling

CNC turning

Wire erosion

Job description

Masstemps is currently recruiting for an experienced Toolmaker to join a well-established and busy manufacturing company based near the West Bromwich area.

THE ROLE

• Manufacture, assemble and repair precision tooling, jigs, fixtures, dies and press tools to engineering drawings and specifications.
• Set and operate conventional and CNC machine tools including milling machines, lathes, grinders and machining centres.
• Work on multi-stage tooling and precision components, maintaining tight tolerances and high standards of accuracy.
• Use CNC wire erosion and other specialist machining processes where required.
• Read and interpret detailed engineering drawings, tolerances and technical specifications.
• Select appropriate cutting tools, speeds, feeds and machining methods for different materials and components.
• Carry out fitting, bench work, hand finishing and assembly of tooling to achieve accurate fits and finishes.
• Inspect components using verniers, micrometers, gauges and other precision measuring equipment.
• Identify and rectify machining or fitting issues to ensure tooling meets required specifications.
• Carry out modifications, maintenance and repairs to existing tooling as required.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised working environment while following company health and safety procedures.
• Work closely with engineers and other workshop staff to complete bespoke tooling and precision engineering projects within required deadlines.

ABOUT YOU

• Previous experience working as a Toolmaker within a engineering or toolroom environment.
• Strong experience manufacturing, repairing and modifying press tools, dies, jigs and fixtures.
• Ability to read and interpret detailed engineering drawings and work accurately to tight tolerances.
• Competent with manual machining processes including milling, turning, drilling and grinding.
• Experience using precision measuring equipment such as micrometers, verniers and gauges.
• CNC machining and/or wire erosion experience would be advantageous.
• Strong fitting, assembly, fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Ideally time-served or apprentice-trained with a relevant engineering qualification.
• Good attention to detail and ability to work independently or as part of a small engineering team.

HOURS OF WORK

Monday – Thursday - 06:00am - 14.00pm

Friday - 06:00am - 12:00pm

(39 hours per week)

Pay Rate

£12.71ph