Toolmaker

ASC BroadBean ·www.asc-connections.com

Location Ashby-De-La-Zouch, Leicestershire, England
Work type Hybrid
Salary GBP 45,000 / year
Type Full time
Level Mid
Source Shazamme
Engineering, Manufacturing & Technology
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Toolmaker / Tooling Engineer | Circa £45,000 | Flexible Hours | Early Friday Finish | Career Development

A Toolmaker opportunity has become available within a growing manufacturing business supplying high-quality engineered products to customers across a range of industries. Due to continued investment and expansion, the company is looking to strengthen its engineering team with the addition of an experienced Toolmaker. Working closely with production teams, tooling suppliers and engineering colleagues, you'll play a key role in supporting manufacturing performance, tooling capability and future engineering investment decisions.

In return, the company offers a salary of circa £45,000, flexible working hours, an early Friday finish and genuine opportunities to broaden your responsibilities into tooling design and engineering projects.

Toolmaker responsibilities include –

  • Manufacturing, modifying, and maintaining tooling using conventional milling, turning, and grinding machinery.
  • Supporting production teams with tooling-related issues, repairs and engineering improvements.
  • Working with tooling suppliers to develop and improve tooling solutions.
  • Supporting process development and continuous improvement projects across the manufacturing operation.
  • Identifying opportunities to improve tooling performance, quality, and manufacturing efficiency.
  • Producing business cases to support tooling and equipment investment proposals.

Toolmaker desirable skills and experience –

  • Previous experience as a Toolmaker, Toolroom Engineer or similar manufacturing professional.
  • Strong hands-on experience with conventional/manual milling, turning, and grinding machinery.
  • Engineering qualification such as Apprenticeship, NVQ, City & Guilds, HNC or equivalent.
  • Ability to diagnose tooling issues and implement practical engineering solutions.
  • Comfortable working with production teams, suppliers, and other engineering stakeholders.

Toolmaker benefits include –

  • Salary circa £45,000.
  • Flexible start and finish times.
  • Early finish every Friday.
  • 33 days annual leave (rising with service).
  • Increased pension scheme.
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities.
  • Opportunity to influence future tooling and equipment investment decisions.
  • Friendly and supportive manufacturing environment.

If you are interested in this Toolmaker opportunity, please apply through this advert immediately.

ASC Connections Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. We are committed to equal opportunity and diversity.

Frequently asked questions

Who is hiring for the Toolmaker role?
ASC BroadBean is hiring for the Toolmaker position, a Shazamme client. Apply directly on the employer's career site.
Where is the Toolmaker job located?
The Toolmaker role with ASC BroadBean is based in Ashby-De-La-Zouch, GB. The role is hybrid-friendly.
Is the Toolmaker role remote?
Yes — the Toolmaker position at ASC BroadBean is hybrid. Candidates based in GB are preferred.
What does the Toolmaker role pay?
ASC BroadBean lists the Toolmaker role at up to GBP 45,000 per year.
Is the Toolmaker role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at ASC BroadBean.
What experience level is the Toolmaker role?
The Toolmaker position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
How do I apply for the Toolmaker role at ASC BroadBean?
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