Job description

Toolmaker / Maintenance Technician

Location: Worcestershire
Salary: £30,000 - £42,000 (Shift Allowance Included)
Shifts: 3-Shift Pattern | Full-time, Permanent

The Company

Our client is a high-volume manufacturing business supplying precision-engineered components into a fast-paced production environment. Operating from a well-equipped and modern facility, they are now looking to strengthen their Tool Room team with an experienced Toolmaker / Maintenance Technician.

The Role

Working within a busy toolroom environment, you will support plastic injection mould tooling to ensure production runs efficiently and downtime is minimised. This is a hands-on role where you will work both independently and as part of a close-knit team, often to tight deadlines.

You will be responsible for servicing, maintaining, repairing and improving injection mould tools, ensuring they operate to optimal performance standards.

Key Responsibilities

Service and maintain injection mould tools in line with TPM schedules
Diagnose and repair mould tool breakdowns
Support production teams with on-press tool repairs and maintenance
Carry out minor modifications and continuous improvements to tooling
Ensure all work is completed safely and in line with health & safety standards
Maintain accurate records and documentation

The Person

Time served apprentice Toolmaker with ONC/HNC in Mechanical Engineering (or similar)
OR
Minimum 5 years' hands-on experience in plastic injection mould tooling
Strong bench hand skills
Competent in milling, turning and grinding
Experience fault finding on mechanical, hydraulic and water systems
Able to work independently and manage time effectively
Comfortable using computer systems for record keeping

Desirable Skills

Knowledge of hot runner systems
Tool polishing experience
Laser / MIG / TIG welding
Overhead gantry crane certification
Safe tool handling experience

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Toolmaker looking to join a stable, well-established manufacturing environment offering long-term security and the chance to work within a skilled and supportive team.

Apply now or contact Hewett Recruitment for further details.