Highly Skilled Injection Mould Toolmaker
**RDMS (MTOOL)** – Leading UK Manufacturer of High-Precision Plastic Injection Mould Tools
**Location:** North West England (Oldham area – please refer to our website for details)
**Salary:** Basic wage £40,000 – £45,000 per annum (depending on experience and qualifications)
**Overtime:** Paid at 1.5x rate
**Holiday:** 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
**Additional Benefits:** Company pension scheme, scope for career progression in a growing, established business, and the opportunity to work on high-quality, precision tooling projects
About Us
MTOOL (part of RDMS) is a well-established leader in the UK toolmaking industry, specialising in the design and manufacture of high-precision **plastic injection**, compression, and transfer mould tools since 1998. We serve demanding sectors including automotive, domestic, and electronics, with a strong reputation for quality, reliability, and customer focus. We're committed to continuous improvement and investment in our team and facilities.
**The Role**
We are seeking a highly skilled, time-served **Injection Mould Toolmaker** to join our experienced toolroom team. This is a hands-on position where you will play a key role in maintaining, repairing, modifying, and building precision injection mould tools to the highest standards.
**Key Responsibilities:**
- Manufacture, assemble, fit, and trial new and modified injection mould tools
- Diagnose faults, repair, and maintain existing production tooling
- Perform modifications and improvements to optimise tool performance
- Use a range of toolroom machinery including CNC machines, lathes, milling machines, grinders, EDM, and polishing equipment
- Read and interpret engineering drawings, CAD models, and technical specifications
- Conduct precision measurement and quality checks using micrometers, gauges, and other metrology equipment
- Collaborate with design, production, and project teams to ensure tools meet customer requirements
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in the toolroom
**About You**
- Time-served apprenticeship or equivalent qualification in toolmaking
- Proven experience as an Injection Mould Toolmaker (plastic injection moulding essential)
- Strong skills in tool repair, modification, fitting, spotting, polishing, and bench work
- Competent in operating manual and CNC machinery
- Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Reliable, proactive, and committed to delivering high-quality work
If you're a skilled toolmaker looking for a stable, rewarding role with excellent earning potential through overtime, great benefits, and genuine opportunities for progression in a respected company, we want to hear from you
**How to Apply**
Please send your CV and a brief covering note outlining your relevant experience to:
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For more information about MTOOL, visit:
*RDMS (MTOOL) is an equal opportunities employer.*