Toolmaker

Toolmaker

Location: West Bromwich, West Midlands

Company: Established manufacturing business producing specialist metal components and assembly solutions to a range of industries.

Salary: £16.00 - £17.00 per hour

Package

• 39 hours per week: 7.30am to 4.30pm Monday to Thursday & 7.30am to 12.30pm Friday
• £17 per hour
• Company pension scheme
• 20 days holiday plus bank holidays

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain press tools ranging from 45-ton to 400-ton single operation and progression tools, including welding jigs and fixtures
• Troubleshoot, problem solve, and support production issues on tools during press operation
• Carry out and oversee tool and jig modifications to support production requirements
• Operate standard toolroom equipment safely and professionally in line with Health & Safety procedures
• Complete and maintain relevant tool maintenance documentation and records
• Work independently using own initiative while supporting and communicating effectively with the wider toolroom team
• Support production demands by working additional hours when required and carrying out additional tasks as directed by the Toolroom Manager

Requirements

• City & Guilds qualification in Toolmaking or NVQ equivalent
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar Toolmaker position within a manufacturing or press tool environment
• Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications
• Good fault‑finding, problem‑solving, and hands‑on machining/bench fitting skills
• Qualifications in Power Press Regulations, Grinding Wheel Regulations, and Lifting & Slinging would be advantageous
• Forklift licence beneficial
• Strong awareness of Health & Safety standards in an industrial environment
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast‑paced production setting
• Reliable, proactive approach with strong attention to detail