Toolroom Engineer

Position 1 Recruitment; Beccles; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Pension (3%)

Life insurance

Income protection

Company sick pay

Long service rewards

Flu jabs

Physiotherapy access

Mental health support

Cycle to Work scheme

Gym discounts

Free parking

Refer-a-friend

Training & development

Job summary

Position 1 Recruitment is seeking a skilled Toolroom Engineer (CNC/Machining) in Beccles to join our client's team. This permanent role focuses on precision tooling, advanced machinery, and a fast-paced production environment centered on sustainable packaging.

You will manufacture, maintain and repair tooling, support production, and drive continuous improvement. Eligible candidates hold NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering, experience with milling/turning, and CNC exposure (Hurco/Fanuc

Qualifications

• Milling and turning experience in toolmaking or production tooling.
• Hands-on engineering or technical environment background.
• CNC machining experience with Hurco/Fanuc is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture new tooling using milling and turning equipment.
• Maintain, repair, and modify tooling for optimal performance.
• Provide engineering support to production when tooling issues arise.
• Operate CNC machinery (Hurco and Fanuc desirable).
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, quality and environmental standards.
• Maintain a clean, safe, organized work area with good housekeeping.
• Identify opportunities for continuous tooling/process improvement.
• Work independently and take accountability for tasks.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues and production teams.
• Collaborate with the Toolroom Manager to reduce downtime.
• Adapt to changing priorities as required by production demands.

Skills

Milling

Turning

CNC machining experience

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Hurco

Fanuc

Job description

Toolroom Engineer / Permanent position / Beccles / Salary £37,405 per annum.

Position 1 Recruitment is seeking a skilled Toolroom Engineer (CNC/Machining) to join our client's team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to develop their career while working with precision tooling, advanced machinery, and a fast-paced production environment focused on sustainable packaging.

This is a full-time, permanent role working Monday to Thursday 07:00 am - 16:00 pm; Friday 07:00 am - 13:00 pm.

What's included:

• Time off: 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays, Christmas shutdown, early finish on Christmas Eve, paid breaks, and holiday buy/sell option.
• Benefits: Pension (3%), life insurance, income protection, company sick pay, long service rewards.
• Health & wellbeing: Flu jabs, physiotherapy access, mental health support, Cycle to Work scheme, gym discounts.
• Extras: Free drinks, monthly snacks, seasonal treats (Easter eggs, Christmas hampers, surprise chocolate).
• Support & perks: Paid medical appointment time, overtime, social events, family fun days, Caxton Club access.
• Other: Free parking, refer-a-friend scheme, training & development opportunities.

As a Toolroom Engineer, you will be responsible for manufacturing, maintaining, and repairing precision tooling used in production. You will provide engineering support to manufacturing areas, ensuring tools and equipment operate efficiently, safely, and to high quality standards.

You will work closely with production teams and the Toolroom Manager to support continuous improvement and minimise downtime across the site.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manufacture new tooling using a range of machine tools and equipment (including milling and turning)
• Maintain, repair, and modify existing tooling to ensure optimal performance
• Provide engineering support to production areas when tooling or equipment issues arise
• Operate CNC machinery (Hurco and Fanuc experience desirable)
• Ensure all work complies with health, safety, quality, and environmental standards
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised work environment following good housekeeping standards
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in tooling and processes
• Work independently to complete tasks and take accountability for work completed
• Communicate effectively with colleagues, supervisors, and production teams
• Work as part of a team to meet production and engineering objectives
• Adapt to changing priorities as required by production demands

You will hold:

• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
• Experience in a hands‑on engineering or technical environment
• Milling and turning skills
• CNC machining experience (Hurco/Fanuc experience is a plus)

The company does not provide Sponsorship for this opportunity