Full Time
£ - £ per hour plus a 33% shift premium depending on qualifications and experience
15/04/2026
Job Title:
Tool Maker (nightshift)
Location:
Rittal- CSM Ltd, Plymouth
Salary:
£ – £ per hour depending on qualifications and experience plus 33% shift premium.
Contract Type:
Permanent, Full-time
This is a full-time position, Sunday-Friday –
Are you ready to take your career to the next level?
At Rittal-CSM, we believe in driving innovation and excellence. Our clients include some of the world’s leading technology companies major players in software, hardware, and cloud computing.
About Us
We specialise in enclosures, climate control systems, power distribution, and IT infrastructure for industrial and IT applications. Our success is built on a diverse and talented workforce.
The Opportunity
as we continue to grow, we are seeking a passionate Tool Maker to join our Toolroom team. In this role, you will contribute to our mission of operational excellence by maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing tooling to ensure production runs efficiently and safely. You’ll collaborate closely with our Operations and Engineering teams, providing technical expertise to support production goals and improve tool reliability.
As a Tool Maker, you will be part of a well‑established team responsible for maintaining production tooling, jigs, and fixtures to ensure high levels of quality and reliability.
Key Responsibilities
1. Apply problem‑solving techniques and continuous improvement principles to maximise tooling availability, improve performance, enhance quality, and reduce waste.
2. Design, fabricate, and commission new jigs and fixtures to support production processes.
3. Prioritise workload effectively to ensure timely responses to breakdowns and completion of planned preventative maintenance (PPM).
4. Perform reactive repairs on press tooling, jigs, fixtures, and machine parts.
5. Support new product introductions, ensuring equipment and processes meet operational requirements.
6. Analyse tooling issues and root causes, developing effective PPM and TPM activities.
7. Record all maintenance activities within the CMMS.
8. Source and procure spare components as required.
9. Support production teams to help ensure daily targets are met.
10. Assist Maintenance Engineers with breakdowns, repairs, PPM, and installation work across other factory equipment when needed.
Qualifications & Experience
We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. While technical qualifications are important, hands‑on experience and strong interpersonal skills are equally valuable.
11. Completed apprenticeship as a Mechanical Fitter, Machinist, or Toolmaker, OR NVQ Level 3 in a relevant engineering discipline / BTEC Level 3 Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent).
12. Knowledge of safe working practices within a machine shop environment.
13. Proven experience in toolmaking.
14. Experience with CNC lathe, CNC milling, and surface grinding.
15. Experience with CAD, 3D modelling, or Autodesk Inventor would be advantageous
16. Tooling design experience is desirable.
17. Experience with wire erosion, spark erosion, and TIG/JIG welding would be advantageous.
What We Value
18. Teamwork: Collaborating effectively across diverse teams.
19. Training: Commitment to continuous learning and development.
20. Communication: Clear and confident communication at all levels.
21. Recognition: Respect for diverse perspectives and contributions.
What’s in it for you?
22. Opportunity to make a real impact
23. Room for innovation and creativity
24. Career growth and development
25. Collaborative, supportive environment
26. Recognition and rewards
Rewards Package
27. £ – £ per hour plus a 33% shift premium depending on qualifications and experience
28. A companywide bonus based on attendance, productivity and quality
29. 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) plus holiday purchasing scheme
30. Life insurance 3 x your salary
31. Pension contributions matched to 5%
32. Access to our Westfield Health provision
33. Access to our Smart Spending platform
How to Apply
If you’re passionate about Tool Making and are ready to make a difference, send your CV and cover letter to
Closing Date: Wednesday 15th April 2026
Interview Date: TBC
Rittal-CSM is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Please Note: As part of our commitment to safeguarding and ensuring the safety of our employees, all prospective employees will be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and a sanction list check. These checks are essential to ensure that all candidates meet our stringent safety and compliance standards.
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship and we can only consider applicants with existing right to work in the UK