TOOLMAKER - PLASTICS

Probe Technical Recruitment; Grantham; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A market-leading manufacturing firm in Grantham is seeking an experienced Toolmaker. The role involves repairing and servicing moulding machine tools efficiently while maintaining high standards of workmanship. Candidates must have UK qualifications, proven experience in Injection Moulding, and familiarity with toolmaking equipment. This position offers a salary of £40,000 and flexible working hours. A commitment to sustainable practices and reducing packaging waste is central to the company's mission.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Sick pay based on length of service

Qualifications

• Time served toolmaker with UK qualifications.
• Proven experience in Injection Moulding or Plastics.
• Ability to operate various toolmaking equipment.

Responsibilities

• Repair and service moulding machine tools efficiently.
• Build, repair and maintain tooling to fine tolerances.
• Liaise with staff to resolve tooling issues.

Skills

Time served toolmaker

Injection Mould/Plastics experience

Electrical experience

Toolmaking equipment operation

CNC machining centre experience

Understanding of pneumatics and hydraulics

Ability to understand technical drawings

Computer literacy

Education

Apprenticeship / Qualifications from the UK

Job description

Job Description

We’re working with a market‑leading manufacturer and supply chain partner specializing in reusable plastic container systems — a growing segment at the heart of sustainable logistics and circular economy initiatives.

The company operates across the UK and international markets, supplying reusable packaging solutions to some of the world’s most recognizable retailers and food producers. It combines innovative product design with a strong operational footprint and a commitment to reducing single‑use packaging waste.

Toolmaker Hours, Pay and Benefits

• Salary £40,000 (including shift allowance)
• Working hours: two options – 10:00 am – 6:00 pm Monday to Friday or 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm Monday to Friday
• 25 days holiday, plus statutory holidays
• Sick pay based on length of service, up to 24 weeks

Toolmaker Role Purpose

The Toolmaker will repair and service the moulding machine tools, and related equipment, in a timely and efficient manner.

Commutable From

Leicester, Corby, Peterborough, and Grantham.

Candidate Requirements

• Time served toolmaker – for insurance purposes, Apprenticeship / Qualifications must be from the UK
• Proven Injection Mould/Plastics experience
• Electrical experience is an advantage but not a necessity
• Experience operating toolmaking equipment (e.g., grinders, lathes, machining)
• CNC machining centre experience an advantage
• Basic understanding of pneumatics and hydraulics
• Ability to understand technical drawings
• Computer literate

Toolmaker Key Responsibilities

• Build, repair and maintain tooling
• Work to fine tolerances
• Prove tooling and troubleshoot until running acceptably – target to enable the tools to run “right first‑time” in a production environment
• Understand technical drawings
• Liaise with operational staff to understand tooling related issues
• Maintain machinery on site
• General tool‑making tasks
• Be flexible in a “breakdown” scenario

Important Note

Candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK.

If you believe that your skills and experience match what we are looking for, please call me or APPLY and I will be in touch.