Toolmaker / Conventional Machinist

Mazco Recruitment; Mansfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established engineering business in Mansfield is seeking an experienced Toolmaker / Conventional Machinist for a day shift position. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manual machining, precision work, and the ability to read engineering drawings. The role involves manufacturing and repairing tooling in a clean, well-equipped environment with opportunities for overtime. Competitive pay up to £20.00 per hour based on experience.

Benefits

Overtime available

Stable, long-term opportunity

Clean, well-equipped toolroom environment

Qualifications

• Experience in manual turning, milling, drilling, and fitting.
• Ability to read technical drawings confidently.
• CNC experience is beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture, modify, and repair jigs, fixtures, and tooling.
• Support production with tooling breakdowns and improvements.
• Provide general toolroom and workshop support.

Skills

Manual machining

Precision work

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Time-served Toolmaker / Fitter & Turner or equivalent experience

Tools

Manual lathes

Milling machines

Job description

Mazco Recruitment are working with a well-established engineering business in Mansfield who are looking to recruit an experienced Toolmaker / Conventional Machinist on a day shift basis.

This is a hands-on toolroom role, ideal for someone who enjoys manual machining, precision work, and problem-solving, rather than production button-pushing.

The Role

• Manufacture, modify, and repair jigs, fixtures, and tooling
• Manual turning, milling, drilling, and fitting
• Work from engineering drawings and tight tolerances
• Support production with tooling breakdowns and improvements
• General toolroom and workshop support

The Ideal Candidate

• Time-served Toolmaker / Fitter & Turner or equivalent experience
• Strong background in manual lathes and milling machines
• Able to work confidently from technical drawings
• High attention to detail and quality
• Reliable, practical, and workshop-focused

CNC experience is beneficial but not essential.

What's on Offer

• Up to £20.00 per hour (dependent on experience)
• Day shift - Monday to Friday
• Overtime available (where required)
• Stable, long-term opportunity with a reputable employer
• Clean, well-equipped toolroom environment