Toolmaker

TOOLMAKER

The Role

As a Toolmaker, you will be responsible for the design, manufacture, maintenance and repair of tooling, gauges and fixtures, working to customer requirements, engineering drawings and tight tolerances. You will provide technical support to Engineering, Manufacturing and Operations, while working as part of a skilled Toolroom team.

Benefits

Salary: £33,285 - £51,751 per annum, depending on experience/level
Hours: 39 hours per week - Days: Monday-Thursday: 7:00am-4:00pm & Friday: 7:00am-12:00pm
Location: Sheffield S9
Contract: Permanent Key Responsibilities

Operate and programme CNC milling machines, lathes and surface grinders
Undertake CAD/CAM and manual design work
Manufacture and repair tooling, gauges and fixtures
Carry out bench fitting and die repairs
Work with spark erosion and wire erosion
Inspect components and work to tight tolerances
Read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications
Troubleshoot engineering and manufacturing issues
Support improvements to manufacturing methods and processes
Work closely with Engineering and Production teams
Maintain accurate documentation and KPI information
Work safely and maintain high standards of quality and housekeepingDesirable Experience

Spark EDM
5-axis DMG machining
Die repairsAbout You

Apprentice trained or equivalent practical experience
Experienced in CNC setting, operating and programming
Competent in reading engineering drawings
Experienced with CAD/CAM
Comfortable working to tight tolerances
Able to work independently with minimal supervision
A strong problem solver with a structured approach
Flexible and willing to multi-task
Able to work effectively as part of a teamInterested?

Apply today with your CV, and a member of the Pro-Found Recruitment team will be in touch to discuss the opportunity
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed