Toolmaker / Bench Hand

Probe UK; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Birmingham is seeking an experienced Toolmaker Bench Hand. The role involves repairing and maintaining press tools, troubleshooting issues, and mentoring apprentices. Candidates should be apprentice trained and possess a quality-focused mindset. This position offers structured training and outstanding career prospects in a friendly team environment.

Benefits

Salary: £32,000 - £36,000

Lunchtime finish Friday

Death in Service

Structured training offered

Outstanding career prospects

Qualifications

• Experience in high-volume, precision press toolmaking ideally but all experience will be considered.
• Proactive, quality-focused mindset.
• Ability to read engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain press tools to exacting tolerances.
• Strip, rebuild, and regrind tools for maintenance & repair.
• Troubleshoot tool issues using proven problem-solving techniques.

Skills

Precision work

Problem-solving

Mentoring

Education

Apprentice trained

Job description

Overview

Are you a hands-on Toolmaker Bench Hand who loves precision work? Do you have a knack for shaping, bending, and bringing metal to life? We\'re looking for an experienced Toolmaker Bench Hand to join our friendly, skilled team. Whether you\'re a seasoned pro or a freshly qualified apprentice, if you have the right attitude and a passion for precision, we\'ll give you the platform to thrive in our fast-paced, high-volume environment. Commutable from Birmingham, Halesowen, Sutton Coldfield, Walsall, Moseley, Yardley, Aston, Brownhills, Smethwick, Dudley, Stourbridge, Wednesbury, Bilston, Minworth and Harbourne.

Benefits

• Salary: £32,000 - £36,000
• Days
• Lunchtime finish Friday
• Death in Service
• Vast variety of work
• Queens Award winning Business
• Structured training offered
• Outstanding career prospects
• Friendly loyal team

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain press tools to exacting tolerances
• Strip, rebuild, and regrind tools for maintenance & repair
• Troubleshoot tool issues using proven problem-solving techniques
• Manage tool try-outs and support tool setters on shift
• Mentor trainees and apprentices
• Champion safety, PPE use, and 5S improvements

Qualifications

• Apprentice trained
• Experience in high-volume, precision press toolmaking ideally but all experience will be considered
• Proactive, quality-focused mindset
• Ability to read engineering drawings
• All skill levels welcome - from newly qualified to veteran toolmaker

Note: This is a great opportunity to join a friendly, down to earth, busy manufacturing company. If you\'re ready to build a career in a role where precision meets opportunity, apply now. Please note: Candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK. This description is provided for recruitment purposes.