Toolmaker / Press Tool Technician (Manual Machining Focus)

Toolmaker / Press Tool Technician (Manual Machining Focus)

A highly skilled and detail-oriented Toolmaker is required, specialising in the manufacture, maintenance, and adjustment of precision press tools using manual machining techniques.

Responsible for producing and refining high-quality press tools, ensuring they meet exacting tolerances and perform reliably in production environments. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who takes pride in precision engineering to micron-level tolerances and problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities

Manufacture, assemble, and fit press tools using manual milling, turning, surface grinding, and honing

Work to precision engineering standards down to microns, ensuring exceptional accuracy and finish

Diagnose and adjust tooling to ensure optimal performance and longevity

Interpret engineering drawings and work to tight tolerances

Carry out tool repairs, modifications, and fine adjustments

Collaborate with production teams to resolve tooling issues

Requirements

Proven experience as a Toolmaker, Press Tool Technician, or Precision Machinist

Strong background in manual machining (non-CNC focus)

Skilled in surface grinding and honing processes

Ability to read and interpret technical drawings

Experience working to micron-level tolerances

High attention to detail and commitment to quality

Problem-solving mindset and ability to work independently

The Ideal Candidate

Takes pride in precision engineering and craftsmanship

Patient, methodical, and highly focused

Enjoys hands-on engineering work and fine adjustments

Reliable and committed to producing high-quality results

Competitive salary (based on experience)

Stable, long-term position

Supportive and skilled engineering environment

Remuneration

Good basic salary

Overtime 1.5

37 hour working week

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Company life, Pension

Job Type: Full-time
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed