Our client in Worcester is looking for looking for a skilled Tool Maker / Bench Fitter to support production through the maintenance, repair, and manufacture of press tooling. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who can work on their own initiative with a good level of skill in finishing, fitting and assembly of press tools who react quickly to breakdowns, and work closely with press setters to minimise downtime. Available is a competitive salary, day shift working hours, early finish on Friday and a bright modern tool, room environment.
Shift: Days Mon – Fri (2.30 finish on a Friday)
Tool Maker / Bench Fitter Key Responsibilities
Maintain, service, and repair press tools to support ongoing production
Clean and degrease tools removed from production for service or breakdown repair
Assemble and dismantle press tools for regrinding or replacement of tooling parts
Assist press setters with tooling adjustments and repairs to keep tools running wherever possible
Manufacture tooling parts during breakdowns to minimise production downtime
Support production with changeover parts during product changes
Locate and supply correct tooling components (screws, dowels, etc.) to ensure correct fitment and prevent damage
Report low stock levels of consumables and any defective equipment
Maintain high standards of housekeeping and workshop safety
Communicate any tooling or component modifications to the Tooling Engineer for documentation updates
Required Qualifications & Experience
City & Guilds Engineering Level 2 (or equivalent)
Mechanical or general engineering-based apprenticeship
Knowledge of progression press tooling
Tool making, tool repair, JIG Tool & Die maintenance
J&S type surface grinders
Milling, turning, drilling, and tapping equipment and hand tools
Ability to read and interpret component and tooling assembly drawings
You will have held roles current or recent to include press tool maker, toolmaker, tool repair technician, assembly technician, bench hand, bench fitter or JT&D fitter
What We Offer
Competitive salary working days
Great benefits package, private pension, 33 days holiday
A hands-on role within a supportive production environment
Opportunity to work closely with production and tooling teams
A key position helping to minimise downtime and improve productivity
If you are a skilled Tool Maker / Bench Fitter seeking a new role APPLY TODAY!
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