Warehouse & Manufacturing

Tool Maker

Tool Maker
Deeside
Monday – Friday 07.30 – 15.48
£22.11 per hour
Temporary Ongoing Contract

The Role

To manufacture, repair, and maintain precision tools, jigs, fixtures, and components used in production and maintenance operations. The role involves working with manual and CNC machinery to ensure high-quality and accurate fabrication and fitting of mechanical parts.

• Interpret engineering drawings and specifications to produce precision components.
• Operate lathes, milling machines, grinders, and other workshop equipment.
• Assemble, fit, and test mechanical components and tooling.
• Perform maintenance and repair of tools and fixtures to ensure optimal performance.
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance and production teams to improve tooling and processes.
• Conduct inspections and quality checks using measuring instruments (micrometres, callipers, gauges).
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment in accordance with health and safety standards.
• Document work performed and maintain accurate records of tooling and maintenance activities.

The Candidate

You will have the following skills, experiences and attributes…

• Proven experience as a Tool Maker or Fitter Turner in a manufacturing or maintenance environment.
• Strong knowledge of machining processes and mechanical fitting.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and CAD files.
• Skilled in the use of manual and CNC machines.
• Familiarity with precision measuring tools and techniques.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering or Toolmaking (preferred).
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Winsearch acts as an employment agency for permanent staff. We recruit for roles based in Engineering & Manufacturing, Food & Drinks, Pharmaceutical, Supply Chain & Procurement and Professional Services.

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Consultant – April Bryan – april.bryan@winsearch.uk

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Our clients and their customers come from diverse backgrounds and so do we. We hire our people from various walks of life, each of whom make our company stronger with their talent, uniqueness, and expertise. This is what makes our company special; if you want to help us grow and take this ethos to our clients, then we cannot wait to collaborate with you!

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