Job Title: Toolroom Manager
Location: Stevenage, Hertfordshire
Salary: £45,000 – £50,000 per annum (DOE)
Benefits:
23 days holiday + bank holidays
Company pension scheme
Flexible schedule within a relaxed yet structured working environment
Supportive team culture with approachable management
Modern, well-equipped workshop
On-site parking
Ample overtime available
Company Overview
A well-established and highly respected UK manufacturer specialising in precision injection mould tooling and moulding solutions is seeking an experienced Toolroom Manager to join their growing team.
With more than four decades of industry expertise and significant recent investment in advanced machinery and expanded facilities, the company continues to enhance its reputation for delivering exceptional turnkey tooling solutions to a diverse customer base. Operating from a state-of-the-art site in Stevenage, the business provides excellent working conditions, modern equipment, and a collaborative environment where skilled professionals can thrive.
Position Overview
The company is looking to appoint a hands-on Toolroom Manager to lead a team of 14 highly skilled Toolmakers within a busy, well-equipped toolroom.
This is an ideal opportunity for a senior toolmaker or existing manager who is ready to take ownership of day-to-day operations, drive productivity, support new project work, and uphold the company’s strong commitment to precision, quality, and on-time delivery.
Key Responsibilities
Lead, manage, and support the daily activities of a team of 12 Toolmakers
Plan workloads, allocate tasks, and ensure production deadlines are consistently met
Oversee the manufacture, modification, and fitting of high-quality injection mould tools
Maintain exceptional standards of accuracy, quality, and toolroom safety
Provide hands-on technical guidance, training, and mentorship where required
Operate a broad range of manual and CNC machinery to support ongoing production
Liaise closely with other departments to coordinate project requirements and schedules
Drive continuous improvement initiatives across tooling processes and practices
Ensure the toolroom remains organised, efficient, and compliant with safety standards
Tooling Equipment & Capabilities
CNC machining centres
Wire and spark erosion machinery (EDM)
Surface and cylindrical grinders
Manual milling machines, lathes, and precision workshop equipment
Required Experience & Skills
Strong background in injection mould toolmaking with proven leadership experience
In-depth understanding of tooling processes, fitting, and fault-finding
Skilled in precision machining using both manual and CNC machinery
Confident reading and interpreting technical drawings and working to tight tolerances
Experience wiring hot runner systems and carrying out tool modifications
Strong communication skills with the ability to motivate and lead a small team
Quality-focused, proactive, and 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.
If you are interested in this role, please apply below with your most recent CV.
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