Toolroom Manager

Bolt-On Personnel Ltd; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected UK manufacturing company is seeking a Toolroom Manager in Stevenage. The role involves leading a team of skilled Toolmakers and managing daily operations in a busy toolroom. Ideal candidates should have substantial experience in injection mould toolmaking and leadership, ensuring high standards of quality and delivery. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £50,000 and numerous benefits including holidays and a company pension scheme.

Benefits

23 days holiday + bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Flexible schedule

Modern workshop

On-site parking

Overtime available

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in a toolroom environment.
• Strong background in injection mould toolmaking.
• Experience working with manual and CNC machinery.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee a team of 12 Toolmakers.
• Plan workloads and delegate tasks.
• Ensure high standards of quality and safety.

Skills

Leadership

Injection mould toolmaking

Precision machining

Technical drawing expertise

Problem solving

Tools

CNC machines

Manual mills

Surface grinders

Job description

Overview

Toolroom Manager

Location: Stevenage, Hertfordshire

Salary: Up to £50,000 per annum

Benefits:

• 23 days holiday + bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Flexible schedule and relaxed yet structured working environment
• Excellent team culture with approachable management
• Modern and well-equipped workshop
• On-site parking
• Lots of overtime available

Company Overview

A well-established and highly respected UK-based manufacturer specialising in precision injection mould tooling and moulding solutions is seeking an experienced Toolroom Manager. With over four decades of industry expertise and recent investment in modern machinery and expanded facilities, the company continues to grow its reputation for delivering high-quality, turnkey tooling solutions to a wide client base. Operating from a state-of-the-art site in Stevenage, the business offers excellent working conditions and a collaborative team culture.

Position Overview

We are looking to appoint a hands-on Toolroom Manager to lead a team of 12 highly skilled Toolmakers within a busy, well-equipped toolroom. This role will suit a senior toolmaker or existing manager ready to take ownership of daily operations, drive efficiency, support new project work, and maintain the company’s high standards of quality and delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the daily activities of a team of 12 Toolmakers.
• Plan workloads, delegate tasks, and ensure deadlines are achieved.
• Manage the manufacture, modification, and fitting of injection mould tools.
• Maintain high standards of quality, precision, and toolroom safety.
• Provide technical mentorship and hands-on support as needed.
• Operate a range of manual and CNC machines to support production.
• Coordinate with other departments on project requirements and schedules.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives across tooling processes.
• Ensure the toolroom remains well organised, clean, and productive.

Tooling Equipment & Capabilities

• CNC machining centres
• Wire and spark erosion machinery (EDM)
• Surface and cylindrical grinders
• Manual mills, lathes, and other precision equipment

Required Experience & Skills

• Strong background in injection mould toolmaking with leadership experience.
• Excellent understanding of tooling processes, fitting, and fault-finding.
• Skilled in precision machining using both manual and CNC equipment.
• Comfortable with technical drawings and tight tolerances.
• Previous experience wiring hot runner systems and carrying out modifications.
• Strong communicator with the ability to lead and motivate a small team.
• Quality-focused with a proactive, hands-on approach to problem solving.

Working Hours

41.5 hours per week
Monday–Thursday 08:00–17:00, Friday 08:00–16:00
Overtime available upon request

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