Toolmaker

Interaction Recruitment PLC; Whittlesey; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Ongoing training and development

Modern manufacturing environment

Long-term job security

Overtime available

Job summary

Interaction Technical are recruiting on behalf of a well-established manufacturing business in the injection moulding sector. The Toolmaker will manufacture new mould tools, set and operate CNC milling/turning machines, and carry out machining and maintenance to ensure production efficiency.

Based in Whittlesey, Cambridgeshire, the role offers a permanent, full-time position with a dayshift pattern, a competitive salary (£36,400–£37,440 per year), pension, and ongoing training in a modern

Qualifications

• Apprentice-trained Toolmaker or equivalent engineering qualification.
• Experience in an injection mould toolroom environment.
• Experience setting and operating CNC milling and/or turning machinery.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Experience using precision measuring equipment including micrometers, verniers and gauges.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a busy manufacturing environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture new injection mould tools, inserts, jigs, fixtures and precision components from engineering drawings and CAD data.
• Set and operate CNC milling and turning machines to produce precision tooling components.
• Carry out manual machining operations including milling, grinding, drilling and turning.
• Perform planned preventative maintenance on injection mould tools.
• Strip, inspect, clean, repair and rebuild mould tooling.
• Diagnose tooling faults and carry out repairs to minimise production downtime.
• Polish mould cavities and cores to required finish standards.
• Replace worn or damaged tool components and maintain tooling records.
• Support production teams with tooling breakdowns and technical issues.
• Assist with tool trials, mould validation and new product introductions.
• Maintain accurate maintenance and tooling documentation.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities focused on tool performance, reliability and longevity.
• Ensure all work is completed in compliance with health and safety procedures.

Skills

CNC Milling

CNC Turning

Engineering Drawings

Measuring Tools

Education

Toolmaker Apprenticeship

HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD/CAM Software

Job description

Toolmaker (Injection Moulding)

Salary: £36,400 - £37,440 per annum (£17.50 - £18.00 per hour)
Location: Whittlesey, Cambridgeshire
Hours: Monday to Friday, 07:00 - 16:30
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

The Client

Interaction Technical are recruiting on behalf of a well-established manufacturing business within the injection moulding sector. Due to continued growth and investment in their Toolroom department, they are looking to recruit an experienced CNC Fitter & Toolmaker to support the manufacture, maintenance and repair of injection mould tooling.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Toolmaker with CNC machining experience to join a stable and growing organisation, playing a vital role in maintaining production efficiency, product quality and tooling performance.

The Package

• £36,400 - £37,440 basic salary
• Monday to Friday dayshift
• Overtime available
• Company pension
• Ongoing training and development
• Modern manufacturing environment
• Long-term job security
• Opportunity to work on specialist injection mould tooling

The Duties

• Manufacture new injection mould tools, inserts, jigs, fixtures and precision components from engineering drawings and CAD data.
• Set and operate CNC milling and turning machines to produce precision tooling components.
• Carry out manual machining operations including milling, grinding, drilling and turning.
• Perform planned preventative maintenance on injection mould tools.
• Strip, inspect, clean, repair and rebuild mould tooling.
• Diagnose tooling faults and carry out repairs to minimise production downtime.
• Polish mould cavities and cores to required finish standards.
• Replace worn or damaged tool components and maintain tooling records.
• Support production teams with tooling breakdowns and technical issues.
• Assist with tool trials, mould validation and new product introductions.
• Maintain accurate maintenance and tooling documentation.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities focused on tool performance, reliability and longevity.
• Ensure all work is completed in compliance with health and safety procedures.

The Requirements

• Apprentice-trained Toolmaker or equivalent engineering qualification.
• Previous experience working within an injection moulding toolroom environment.
• Experience setting and operating CNC milling and/or turning machinery.
• Strong knowledge of injection mould tool construction, maintenance and repair.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Experience using precision measuring equipment including micrometers, verniers and gauges.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a busy manufacturing environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and quality standards.

Desirable Experience

• CAD/CAM software experience.
• Knowledge of hot runner systems and valve gate tooling.
• Experience with EDM, wire erosion or spark erosion machinery.
• Understanding of plastic injection moulding processes.
• Experience with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
• HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering.
• CNC programming experience or qualifications.

About You

The successful candidate will be a highly skilled Toolmaker who enjoys working on complex tooling projects and solving technical challenges. You will have a methodical approach to work, excellent attention to detail and the ability to support production through effective maintenance, repair and development of injection mould tooling. This role would suit candidates from Toolmaking, CNC Machining, Injection Moulding, Precision Engineering or Manufacturing backgrounds.