Toolmaker

Are you trained on manual milling & turning machinery? Are you looking for a role that will allow you to share your experience & teach upcoming engineers? If so, the following role may be for you! A respected manufacturer based in Mildenhall, Suffolk, is expanding its team to meet increasing demand and is seeking a skilled Toolmaker to join their workshop. This hands-on role involves the creation, upkeep, and enhancement of production tooling within a well-equipped and supportive environment. What's the pay & hours? This is a full-time, permanent position offering a salary of £35,000 to £45,000 (OTE) per annum, depending on experience. Standard working hours are Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 17:00. Toolmaker Duties: Manufacture, modify, repair, and maintain production tooling and fixtures Work with traditional toolroom and workshop machinery Support production by troubleshooting tooling issues and implementing improvements Assist with tooling trials, testing, and fault finding Carry out preventative maintenance to ensure tooling reliability and longevity Maintain accurate documentation relating to tooling and maintenance activities Work within ISO quality and regulatory standards Attend occasional UK/international travel for project-related work Participate in relevant training courses to support ongoing development Ideally, You'll Have: Proven experience working as a Toolmaker or within a toolroom environment Experience using toolroom/workshop-based machinery A qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Toolmaking, or equivalent hands-on experience A proactive, self-motivated attitude and strong teamwork skills Confidence with written and verbal communication, including MS Office What Are The Benefits? Hands-on training and mentoring A stable, long-term role within a growing engineering business A strong focus on practical workshop-based engineering Career growth opportunities as part of a forward-thinking engineering team If you think the above role sounds like interest, APPLY TODAY! #SUFFOLKPERM