Toolroom Operator

Kinetic Plc; Wallsend; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinetic Plc in Wallsend is seeking an organised Toolroom Operator to manage tooling, ensure traceability, and support production. The role sits under the Technical department with focus on data accuracy and tool availability to minimise delays.

Initially a long-term temporary position with a view to permanent for the right candidate, the role requires attention to detail and experience with stock control and digital tracking systems.

Qualifications

• Experience in tooling control, stores management or technical inventory in engineering/manufacturing.
• Strong organisational skills with experience handling physical stock and digital tracking.
• Keen eye for detail and ability to visually inspect mechanical parts for wear/defects.
• Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies (5S, Visual Management) preferred.
• Willingness to support operations across two Newcastle sites.

Responsibilities

• Receive, log, and issue tooling; maintain accurate inventory in digital and physical systems.
• Assist with implementing a digital tooling control system using barcoding, databases or tracking software.
• Inspect roller units, preform heads and postformers to confirm specifications.
• Track tool usage and wear; provide data to Technical Engineers for analysis and improvement.
• Coordinate with procurement for repairs, deliveries and consumables stock to minimise delays.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Tooling control

Stores management

Cross-functional collaboration

Flexibility across two sites

Digital tracking systems

Tools

Excel

ERP

Barcoding databases

Job description

Toolroom Operator

Long-Term Temp to Perm

Based in Wallsend

2 shift 6am-2pm / 2pm-10pm

Hourly Rate £14.97

Our client is a well-established manufacturer within Wallsend. Driven by continuous improvement and technical excellence, they are currently seeking an organised, detail-oriented Tool Room Operator to join their team.

This role is initially offered on a long-term temporary basis, with a distinct view to transition into a permanent contract for the right candidate.

The Role:

To manage and control all tooling required for production, ensuring correct storage, traceability, and availability. This role sits under the Technical department and supports process improvement by providing accurate tooling data, reducing delays, and extending tool life.

Key Responsibilities:

• Receive, log, and issue all new and existing tooling. Maintain an accurate digital and physical inventory system, ensuring everything is stored securely in a labelled, controlled environment.
• Help implement and champion a new digital tooling control system (utilising barcoding, databases, or tracking software).
• Clean, inspect, and verify roller units, preform heads, and postformers prior to production use to guarantee they meet strict specifications.
• Track tool usage and wear (hours run, meters produced). Provide Technical Engineers with analytical data on tool failures, suggest 5S storage layout improvements, and assist with tooling trials.
• Minimise production delays by ensuring the correct tools are fully prepared ahead of changeovers. Coordinate with the procurement team for repairs, deliveries, and consumables stock.

Skills and experience:

• Proven experience in a tooling control, stores management, or technical inventory role within an engineering/manufacturing environment.
• Strong organisational skills with experience handling physical stock alongside digital tracking systems (Excel, ERP, or barcoding databases).
• A keen eye for detail-ability to visually inspect mechanical parts and identify wear or defects.
• Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies (like 5S or Visual Management) is highly desirable.
• Flexibility to support operations across two local Newcastle sites.