Toolmaker
Pinxton – Permanent Position
Up to £17.00 per hour (DOE)
Continental shifts. We are seeking an experienced Toolmaker to join our well‑established client in Pinxton. In this key role, you will be responsible for the manufacture and repair of production tooling.
Key Responsibilities:
* Produce, repair, and refurbish tools and fixtures in line with engineering drawings and specifications.
* Carry out both preventative and reactive maintenance to minimise production downtime.
* Running diagnostics and fault find issues.
* Modify existing tooling to improve performance.
* Operate a range of machinery, including injection moulding, blow moulding and rotational moulding.
* Use precision measuring instruments (micrometers, gauges, CMM tools) to verify dimensional accuracy.
* Maintain a clean, safe, and well‑organised toolroom environment.
Skills & Experience:
* Proven experience as a Toolmaker or similar precision engineering role.
* Strong understanding of machining principles and toolroom practices.
* Ability to interpret detailed engineering drawings and technical specifications.
* Competence with a wide variety of different machinery.
* Excellent problem‑solving skills with a proactive, self‑sufficient approach—especially when working alone on night shifts.
What We Offer:
* Competitive salary.
* Plenty of overtime available paid at a premium.
* Stable long‑term role in a well‑equipped toolroom.
* Supportive team environment with a focus on continuous improvement.
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