Toolmaker & Bench Hand: Precision Tooling & Grinding

GMP Recruitment Ltd; Worcester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected engineering company in Worcester is seeking an experienced Toolmaker/Bench Hand for a full-time, permanent position. The role primarily involves tooling and grinding, requiring at least 2 years of relevant experience and a City & Guilds Level 2 qualification. Successful candidates will work independently, maintaining operations and minimizing production downtime. A competitive hourly rate is offered, along with the potential for an immediate start.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in tooling and grinding.
• Completed a press tooling-based apprenticeship preferred.
• Ability to work independently and solve tooling problems.

Responsibilities

• Clean and degrease press tools for servicing.
• Assemble and dismantle press tools for regrinding.
• Assist with tooling adjustments to keep tools running efficiently.
• Locate and supply necessary parts to avoid production downtime.
• Manufacture tooling parts during breakdowns to minimize downtime.
• Support production during changeovers.
• Maintain general housekeeping for a safe working environment.
• Inform tooling engineer of modifications for documentation.
• Work independently on tooling tasks without supervision.

Skills

Progression press tooling

Surface grinding

Milling

Turning

Drilling

Tapping

Reading assembly drawings

Education

City & Guilds Engineering Level 2 or equivalent

Job description

A respected engineering company in Worcester is seeking an experienced Toolmaker/Bench Hand for a full-time, permanent position. The role primarily involves tooling and grinding, requiring at least 2 years of relevant experience and a City & Guilds Level 2 qualification. Successful candidates will work independently, maintaining operations and minimizing production downtime. A competitive hourly rate is offered, along with the potential for an immediate start.