Job Description
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Toolmaker to join an established, world renown iconic British manufacturer, a trusted name in quality, innovation, and tradition.
As an employer, it blends deep-rooted values with forward-thinking design and engineering — offering a workplace where craftsmanship, creativity, and pride in product truly matter.
Employees become part of a legacy that continues to shape the industry. For those who want to work with purpose, in a business respected worldwide for its authenticity and excellence, this is more than a job — it’s a place to grow, contribute, and be proud of what you help build.
Toolmaker Salary, Hours and Benefits
1. £45,000 dependant on experience
2. 39 hours per week on rotating shifts
- Week 1: Monday to Thursday 6.00am – 2.00pm, Friday 6.00 – 1.00pm
- Week 2: Monday to Thursday 2.00pm – 10.00pm, Friday 1.00pm – 8.00pm
3. 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
4. Company performance bonus
5. Life Assurance
6. Company Sick Pay
7. Company discounts
8. Free on-site parking
Commutable From: Derby, Nottingham, Leicester, Burton upon Trent, Newark
Role Function
The Toolmaker will be a responsible for the manufacture, maintenance and continuous improvement of production press tooling, jigs, fixtures, gauges, and special purpose machinery.
Toolmaker Candidate Requirements
9. Time-served apprentice and NVQ or equivalent in Tool making or Machining
10. Strong background in precision engineering and toolroom operations
11. Skilled in operating Toolroom machinery (lathes, mills, grinders etc)
12. Experience with press tooling, fault diagnosis and tool repair
13. Ability to read technical drawings
14. CNC experience
15. Ability to produce jigs & fixtures
16. TIG welding experience desirable or willing to learn
Toolmaker Responsibilities
17. Manufacture and modify tooling, jigs, fixtures, and special-purpose machinery
18. Interpret and work from engineering drawings to determine the best manufacturing methods
19. Operate a full range of Toolroom machinery (milling, turning, grinding, CNC etc)
20. Assemble and disassemble press tools, check tolerances and ensure functional performance
21. Diagnose faults and carry out effective repairs
Onsite Capabilities
22. The Toolroom gives full control over the servicing and quality of company tooling. Equipped with an impressive range of machinery – HURCO 3 Axis CNC Miller, lathes, pillar drills, Lumsden and surface grinders – they can manufacture complex parts and maintain critical press tooling without relying on external suppliers.
23. In addition to maintaining existing tooling, the Toolroom team also designs and manufactures bespoke tools, jigs, and fixtures, ensuring precision and reliability in every part of production.
Please Note: Candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK.
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