Tool Maker

Toolmaker

Do not pass up this chance, apply quickly if your experience and skills match what is in the following description.
Location: Mildenhall, Suffolk (Onsite)
Salary: £30,000£40,000
Type: Full-time, Permanent (42.5 hours per week, MondayFriday)
A specialist manufacturing business supplying advanced training solutions to military and law enforcement organisations is seeking a skilled Toolmaker to join its Tool Repair department. This role supports production by maintaining, repairing, and manufacturing precision tooling to tight tolerances.
The Role
You will diagnose faults, repair tooling, and manufacture components using manual milling machines, lathes, and surface grinders. Working closely with production teams, youll ensure tooling performance supports efficient and high-quality output. Full training and development will be provided for the right individual.
Key Responsibilities
Diagnose and repair precision tooling and machine components

Operate manual milling machines, lathes, and surface grinders to drawing tolerances

Read and interpret technical drawings

Collaborate with production to resolve tooling issues

Suggest improvements to tooling and processes

Maintain high standards of quality and safety

Requirements
Proven experience as a Toolmaker or precision machinist in a production environment

Strong knowledge of toolroom equipment and practices

Ability to work to tight tolerances xwzovoh and deadlines

Strong problem-solving skills

Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team

Time-served apprenticeship or equivalent qualification in toolmaking or mechanical engineering

Whats on Offer
£30k£40k salary

Onsite role in Mildenhall

Stable, full-time position within a specialist manufacturing environment

Ongoing training and long-term development opportunities