Job Title: Senior Toolmaker

All the relevant skills, qualifications and experience that a successful applicant will need are listed in the following description. Location: Worcester Pay Range/details: Circa £43,000 Contract Type: Permanent

We have an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Toolmaker to join a well-established and growing manufacturing business. This role sits within the Tool Room and plays a key part in supporting production through the design, manufacture, maintenance, and improvement of tooling.

The successful candidate will bring strong technical expertise, a proactive mindset, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively to meet production and quality targets.

Key Responsibilities – Senior Toolmaker

• Design and manufacture jigs, fixtures, tools, electrodes, and prototype tooling. • Produce and optimise CNC programs using CAD/CAM software and toolpath generation. • Operate toolroom machinery including CNC, EDM, milling, turning, and grinding equipment. • Carry out maintenance, repair, and modification of plastic injection mould tools. • Lead complex tooling breakdown and repair activities, particularly using EDM machinery. • Prioritise and manage workload to meet production deadlines and quality standards. • Assemble, fit, and align tooling components to precise tolerances. • Inspect finished components using precision measuring equipment to ensure compliance. • Implement tooling design changes to support engineering and production improvements. • Develop and maintain standard operating procedures and ensure compliance. • Identify and drive continuous improvement initiatives within the toolroom. • Provide technical support to internal departments and assist with project work. • Support the Toolroom Supervisor when required, including covering absence. • Monitor toolroom consumables, raw materials, and coordinate external services. • Maintain a clean, safe working environment in line with Health & Safety regulations.

Qualifications & Requirements – Senior Toolmaker

• Time-served Toolmaker or equivalent experience. • Proven experience in toolmaking within a manufacturing environment. • Strong experience in injection mould tool repair and modification. • Skilled in bench fitting and precision assembly. • Experience with CNC machining, EDM, milling, turning, and grinding. • Knowledge of CAD/CAM systems and CNC programming. • Strong understanding of health and safety in a toolroom environment. • Ability to manage workload and work to tight deadlines. • Strong problem-solving and fault-finding skills. • Good communication skills and ability to work across departments. xehkeey • Experience supporting or mentoring others is desirable.

What we can offer – Senior Toolmaker

• Competitive salary (DOE) • 25 days holiday + bank holidays • Pension scheme • Opportunities for training and development • Stable and supportive working environment

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