Tooling Specialist: Toolmaker (3-Shift)

Polypipe Group; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in Doncaster is seeking a skilled Toolmaker to ensure tooling productivity and quality standards. Responsibilities include performing maintenance and repairs on intricate tooling, conducting inspections, and working with various machinery. Ideal candidates will have experience with conventional machines and a background in toolmaking. A competitive hourly rate of £19.11 is offered, plus shift allowances. A supportive work culture emphasizes teamwork and continuous improvement.

Benefits

£19.11 per hour plus shift allowance

25 days of annual leave

Matched pension contributions up to 8%

Sharesave scheme

Life assurance

Qualifications

• Must understand and use conventional machines.
• Ability to measure and inspect parts accurately.
• Experience in tool servicing and repairs.

Responsibilities

• Maximize productivity by maintaining all tooling.
• Conduct tool checks and ensure high production standards.
• Repair tools and machinery as needed.

Skills

Understanding of conventional machines

Knowledge of engineering drawings

Metallurgical skills

Experience in preventative maintenance

Ability to work with close tolerances

Education

Apprentice trained toolmaker

Tools

Lathes

Milling machines

Surface grinders

Cylindrical grinders

Job description

A leading manufacturing firm in Doncaster is seeking a skilled Toolmaker to ensure tooling productivity and quality standards. Responsibilities include performing maintenance and repairs on intricate tooling, conducting inspections, and working with various machinery. Ideal candidates will have experience with conventional machines and a background in toolmaking. A competitive hourly rate of £19.11 is offered, plus shift allowances. A supportive work culture emphasizes teamwork and continuous improvement.