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Tool Maker

Jonathan Lee Recruitment
Posted 2 days ago, valid for a month
Location

Telford, Shropshire TF1 1RP, England

Salary

£28,000 - £33,600 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • A leading manufacturing company is seeking a skilled Tool Maker to join their dynamic team, offering a salary range of £43,000 to £50,200 per annum depending on the shift.
  • Candidates must have completed a relevant time-served apprenticeship and possess exceptional hand tool skills along with the ability to read engineering drawings.
  • The role involves maintaining and preparing tooling, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring production readiness while adhering to strict maintenance processes.
  • Experience with Toolroom equipment and proficiency in using milling machines, lathes, and other machinery is required.
  • This position offers competitive benefits including a pension and 33 days of holiday, and is aimed at individuals with a passion for excellence and a desire for professional growth.

Exciting Opportunity for a Skilled Tool Maker

Are you a passionate Tool Maker looking for an opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in a dynamic environment? This company, a leader in the manufacturing sector, is seeking a highly skilled individual to join their team and contribute to their ongoing success. With a commitment to innovation and excellence, this role offers the perfect platform for professional growth and development.

Shifts available include Double Days £43K and Permanent Nights £50,200 Monday -Friday.

What You Will Do:

  • Prepare and maintain existing tooling to meet precise requirements.
  • Identify and rectify day-to-day tooling issues, implementing corrective actions as needed.
  • Ensure all production tooling is cleaned, safe, and production-ready, adhering to strict preventative maintenance processes.
  • Support the coordination of engineering changes and assist in maintaining spare parts inventory.
  • Design, make tools/templates for prototype parts, and verify conformance of machined/repaired tools to specifications.
  • Provide feedback and record work undertaken to continually improve tool performance.

What You Will Bring:

  • Completion of a relevant time-served apprenticeship.
  • Exceptional hand tool skills and the ability to read and understand engineering drawings.
  • Experience with Toolroom equipment, including overhead cranes, and inspection equipment.
  • Proficiency in using milling machines, lathes, surface grinders, and bench grinders.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.

You may have worked in similar roles such as tool repair technician, tooling engineer, manual machinist

Company Contribution & Industry Information:

As a Tool Maker in this esteemed company, you will play a pivotal role in maintaining the high-quality standards of tooling that directly contribute to the company's success in the manufacturing industry. This role is not just a job; it's an opportunity to be part of a team that values innovation, precision, and a commitment to excellence.

Location:

This position is based in the vibrant and historical heart of the UK's manufacturing sector, offering not just a rewarding career but also a chance to experience the rich cultural and social life of the area.

In Return

  • Salary of £43 - £50,200/annum
  • Competitive Pension and 33 days holiday
  • Working for a growing company offering technical development

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you are a Tool Maker with a passion for excellence and a desire to contribute to a leading company in the manufacturing sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to take the next step in your career and join a team where your skills will be valued and your professional growth fostered.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.