Tool Maker

Toolmaker 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.

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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