Toolmaker Machinist

Contek Recruitment Solutions Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks annual leave

10% performance bonus

Permanent, full-time

40-hour working week

Modern machining environment

Job summary

Contek Recruitment Solutions Ltd is seeking an experienced Senior Toolmaker / CNC Machinist in Birmingham to join a growing precision engineering team. You will take ownership of jobs from programming through to finished inspection, producing high-precision tooling and fixtures to tight tolerances.

The role requires strong Fanuc programming capability, a background in precision tooling, and a disciplined, detail-oriented approach with a commitment to quality and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Time-served Toolmaker or experienced CNC Machinist.
• Strong Fanuc programming experience is essential.
• Experience producing high-accuracy tooling or fixtures.
• Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings and micron tolerances.

Responsibilities

• Programming, setting and operating CNC machinery using Fanuc controls.
• Manufacturing precision tooling, fixtures and specialist components.
• Producing components from engineering drawings to tight tolerances.
• Using Fusion 360 for machining strategies and model manipulation.
• Editing and optimising CNC programs where required.
• Maintaining the highest quality standards throughout production.
• Solving machining and manufacturing challenges independently.
• Working closely with colleagues to deliver projects on time.

Skills

Fanuc programming

CNC Machining

Problem solving

Detail oriented

Self-motivated

Micron tolerances

Interpreting drawings

Tools

Fusion 360

EZCAM Mill Pro

Job description

Contek Recruitment are representing their client, a well-established and growing precision engineering manufacturer based in Birmingham, who are looking to recruit an experienced Senior Toolmaker / CNC Machinist to join their highly skilled team.

Following continued investment and an increase in long-term customer demand, this is an excellent opportunity to join a modern precision engineering business supplying high-specification tooling and fixtures into demanding manufacturing sectors.

This position would suit a highly skilled Toolmaker or CNC Machinist who enjoys working on complex, one-off and small batch precision components, taking ownership of jobs from programming through to finished inspection.

The Role

Working within a clean, well-equipped machine shop, you will be responsible for manufacturing precision tooling, fixtures and bespoke machined components to extremely tight tolerances. You will play a key role in producing high-quality work while supporting continuous improvement across the workshop.

• Programming, setting and operating CNC machinery using Fanuc controls.
• Manufacturing precision tooling, fixtures and specialist components.
• Producing components from engineering drawings to tight tolerances.
• Using Fusion 360 for machining strategies and model manipulation.
• Editing and optimising CNC programs where required.
• Maintaining the highest quality standards throughout production.
• Solving machining and manufacturing challenges independently.
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives within the workshop.
• Working closely with colleagues to deliver projects on time.

Candidate Requirements

• Time-served Toolmaker or experienced CNC Machinist.
• Strong Fanuc programming experience is essential.
• Previous experience within precision engineering.
• Experience producing high-accuracy tooling or fixtures.
• Fusion 360 experience is highly desirable.
• Experience with EZCAM Mill Pro would be advantageous, although full training can be provided.
• Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings.
• Experience working to micron-level tolerances.
• Methodical approach with excellent attention to detail.
• Self-motivated with strong problem-solving ability.

What's on Offer

• Excellent salary (dependent upon experience).
• 10% performance-related bonus.
• 5 weeks annual leave plus statutory bank holidays.
• Permanent, full-time position.
• 40-hour working week.
• Working hours: 7:30am – 3:30pm, Monday to Friday (including a 15-minute paid lunch break).
• Modern machining environment with continued investment in equipment.
• Long-term career stability within a growing precision engineering business.
• Opportunity to work on technically challenging, high-value engineering projects.

If you are an experienced Toolmaker or CNC Machinist looking to join a forward-thinking precision engineering company where your technical ability will be valued and rewarded, Contek Recruitment would be keen to hear from you.