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Toolmaker

Company:Masstemps Ltd
Salary:£15 - £17.50
Hours:Full-time
Location:B70
Working pattern:On-site
Job type:Contract
Posting date:14 Aug 2026
Closing date:13 Sept 2026
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Summary

Masstemps is currently recruiting for an experienced

Toolmaker to join a well-established and busy manufacturing company based near the

West Bromwich area.

THE ROLE

. Manufacture, assemble and repair precision tooling, jigs, fixtures, dies and press tools to engineering drawings and specifications.

. Set and operate conventional and CNC machine tools including milling machines, lathes, grinders and machining centres.

. Work on multi-stage tooling and precision components, maintaining tight tolerances and high standards of accuracy.

. Use CNC wire erosion and other specialist machining processes where required.

. Read and interpret detailed engineering drawings, tolerances and technical specifications.

. Select appropriate cutting tools, speeds, feeds and machining methods for different materials and components.

. Carry out fitting, bench work, hand finishing and assembly of tooling to achieve accurate fits and finishes.

. Inspect components using verniers, micrometers, gauges and other precision measuring equipment.

. Identify and rectify machining or fitting issues to ensure tooling meets required specifications.

. Carry out modifications, maintenance and repairs to existing tooling as required.

. Maintain a clean, safe and organised working environment while following company health and safety procedures.

. Work closely with engineers and other workshop staff to complete bespoke tooling and precision engineering projects within required deadlines.

ABOUT YOU

• Previous experience working as a Toolmaker within a engineering or toolroom environment.

• Strong experience manufacturing, repairing and modifying press tools, dies, jigs and fixtures.

• Ability to read and interpret detailed engineering drawings and work accurately to tight tolerances.

• Competent with manual machining processes including milling, turning, drilling and grinding.

• Experience using precision measuring equipment such as micrometers, verniers and gauges.

• CNC machining and/or wire erosion experience would be advantageous.

• Strong fitting, assembly, fault-finding and problem-solving skills.

• Ideally time-served or apprentice-trained with a relevant engineering qualification.

• Good attention to detail and ability to work independently or as part of a small engineering team.

 

HOURS OF WORK

Monday – Thursday - 06:00am - 14.00pm

Friday - 06:00am - 12:00pm

(39 hours per week)    

      

Pay Rate

£12.71ph

 

If you wish to apply, please submit an up-to-date CV or call one of our branches:

Dudley – 01384 236 000

Kidderminster – 01562 742 222

Walsall – 01922 824 024

Wolverhampton – 01902 200 092

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