Toolmaker

Airport Placements; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a skilled Toolmaker to join an innovative aluminium die-casting business in Doncaster. The role involves assisting in the modification or construction of tooling, CNC machining, and maintaining the Kanban system. Ideal candidates should have a strong background in toolmaking and the ability to accurately read technical drawings. This is a full-time position, with flexible shifts from 6 am to 4 pm, Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Strong background in toolmaking including CNC machining and bench fitting.
• Experience of Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) on tooling.
• Ability to read technical drawings accurately.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the modification or construction of tooling, jigs, and attachments.
• Manufacture new tooling according to issued drawings.
• Test tooling prior to release.
• PPM on existing tooling.
• Read drawings and propose possible improvements.
• Maintain the Kanban system and ensure stock of supplies.
• Oversee the CNC shift and provide assistance where needed.

Skills

Toolmaking

CNC machining

Bench fitting

Technical drawing interpretation

Job description

Overview

Our client, an innovative aluminium die-casting business, is seeking a skilled Toolmaker to join their team. As a Toolmaker, you will play a crucial role in assisting with the modification or construction of tooling, jigs, and attachments to maintain or enhance production processes.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the modification or construction of tooling, jigs, and attachments
• Manufacture new tooling according to issued drawings
• Test tooling prior to release
• PPM on existing tooling
• Read drawings and propose possible improvements
• Maintain the Kanban system and ensure stock of supplies
• Oversee the CNC shift and provide assistance where needed

Requirements

• A strong background in toolmaking including CNC machining and bench fitting
• Experience of PPM on tooling
• Ability to read technical drawings accurately

If you have a strong background in toolmaking, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced engineering environment, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Hours: Flexible shift 6am-2pm/8am-4pm, Monday to Friday