Toolmaker

Toolroom Operative
Location: West Bromwich, West Midlands
Hours: 37 hours per week (Days)

• Monday to Thursday: 7:30am – 4:00pm (30-minute lunch break)
  
  
• Friday: 7:30am – 12:30pm
  Salary: £33,566 per annum + Overtime + Bonus Scheme + Excellent Benefits
  
  

Toolroom Operative – West BromwichWe are currently recruiting for an experienced Toolroom Operative to join a well-established and growing manufacturing business based in West Bromwich, West Midlands.

Key Responsibilities

• Manufacture new tooling components and carry out repairs and maintenance activities.
  
  
• Operate Toolroom machinery and equipment to a high standard.
  
  
• Conduct fault finding and breakdown support to minimise production downtime.
  
  
• Support tooling try-outs and ensure project deadlines are achieved.
  
  
• Work with CNC and manual machining equipment including:
  
  
  • Surface grinding
    
    
  • Milling
    
    
  • Turning
    
    
  • Fixturing
    
    
  • Wire EDM
    
    
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and work to specified tolerances.
  
  
• Operate a Forklift Truck and Overhead Crane (training provided where required).
  
  
• Liaise with suppliers and contractors when additional support is needed.
  
  
• Maintain high standards of health and safety, housekeeping, and compliance.
  
  
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and business performance targets.
  
  

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience within a Toolroom environment.
  
  
• Strong background in press and shear tool manufacture, maintenance, and fault finding.
  
  
• Experience with both CNC and conventional machining methods.
  
  
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings.
  
  
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality.
  
  
• Self-motivated with strong organisational and time-management skills.
  
  
• Ability to prioritise workload and work effectively under pressure.
  
  
• Good communication skills and a positive, proactive attitude.
  
  
• Computer literate and capable of maintaining accurate records.
  
  
• Willingness to learn new machining methods and technologies.
  
  
• Eligibility to work in the UK is essential. Sponsorship is not available for this position.
  
  

Package & Benefits

• Basic salary of £33,566 per annum
  
  
• Overtime opportunities available
  
  
• Company bonus scheme
  
  
• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
  
  
• Company pension scheme
  
  
• Life assurance
  
  
• Health cash plan
  
  
• Discounted gym membership
  
  
• Cycle to Work scheme
  
  
• Employee Assistance Programme
  
  
• Additional employee benefits
  
  

Apply NowIf you are an experienced Toolmaker, Toolroom Operative, Toolroom Engineer, CNC Toolmaker, Maintenance Toolmaker, Press Toolmaker, or Toolroom Technician looking for your next challenge within a successful manufacturing environment, we would like to hear from you.

Submit your CV today for immediate consideration.