Toolmaker-Machinist

Six Ventures Limited; Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training provided

Job summary

Six Ventures Limited is seeking a skilled Toolmaker to join the Tool Repair Department in a well-equipped workshop. You will maintain, repair, and manufacture high-precision tooling to support production.

The role offers full training, opportunities for growth, and a collaborative environment focused on craftsmanship and innovation.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Toolmaker or precision machinist in a production environment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings accurately.
• Commitment to craftsmanship, quality, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose faults and perform repairs on precision tooling.
• Operate milling machines, lathes and surface grinders to tight tolerances.
• Read and interpret technical drawings accurately.
• Collaborate with production to provide essential tooling support.
• Suggest improvements to tooling design and manufacturing processes.

Skills

Toolmaking experience

Reading drawings

Problem solving

Quality & safety focus

Tools

Milling machines

Lathes

Surface grinders

Measuring equipment

Job description

Toolmaker Precision Engineering | Full Training Provided

We are currently recruiting for a Toolmaker to join the Tool Repair Department of a well-established and innovative engineering company. This department plays a vital role in supporting production by maintaining, repairing, and manufacturing high-precision tooling and machine components.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Toolmaker or precision machinist seeking to grow and develop further in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

What Youll Be Doing:

• Diagnosing faults and performing repairs on a wide variety of precision tooling.
• Operating manual milling machines, lathes, and surface grinders to tight tolerances.
• Reading and interpreting technical drawings accurately.
• Working closely with the production team to provide essential tooling support.
• Suggesting improvements to tooling design and manufacturing processes.

What Were Looking For:

• Proven experience as a Toolmaker or precision machinist in a production environment.
• Strong knowledge of toolroom machinery and practices.
• Good problem-solving skills and the ability to work to deadlines.
• A commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.
• The discipline to work independently as well as part of a supportive team.

Why Apply?

• Opportunity to receive full training and long-term career growth.
• Join a skilled and respected team in a clean, well-equipped workshop.
• Be part of a company committed to craftsmanship, innovation, and support.

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