Our client, a prominent figure in the aerospace industry, is currently seeking a Tool Maker to join their team. This role is integral to supporting aerospace manufacturing and Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul (MRO) operations by ensuring the availability, accuracy, and reliability of all tooling, jigs, and fixtures. This position involves the manufacture, servicing, and repair of high-precision tools critical in the production and development of aircraft components.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manufacture, service, and repair a wide range of tools, jigs, and fixtures to support both new product development and existing aerospace production.
- Operate manual machine tools to fine tolerances, including lathes, milling machines, surface grinders, cylindrical grinders, and horizontal boring machines.
- Work from detailed technical drawings, sketches, and verbal instructions to produce high-precision components.
- Apply precision measurement techniques using a variety of instruments to ensure dimensional accuracy.
- Carry out maintenance and modifications on existing production tooling and fixtures to ensure optimal performance.
- Support the assembly and testing of prototypes by manufacturing and adjusting tooling solutions.
- Provide practical input on tooling design, fabrication methods, and process improvements.
- Liaise closely with engineering, production, and quality teams to resolve technical issues and ensure tool readiness.
Job Requirements:
- Proficiency in tooling, with significant experience in either milling or turning machines.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings accurately.
- Strong problem-solving, planning, and organisational skills.
- Effective communicator and team player, able to work across departments.
- Self-motivated, adaptable, and capable of supporting continuous improvement and operational efficiency.
- Tool room experience is preferable but good all-rounded experience within a workshop environment is essential.
- Basic knowledge of welding (Gas, MIG, TIG, Stick) is advantageous.
- Educated at least at GCSE level or equivalent, with the ability to communicate fluently in written and spoken English.
Benefits:
- Permanent employment in a leading aerospace company.
- Opportunity to work on a variety of interesting and challenging projects.
- Supportive and collaborative work environment.
- Professional development and training opportunities.
- Compliance with all company procedures, including health & safety, quality management, and standard operating procedures.
Working hours are 6am - 2pm, Monday to Friday.
If you are a skilled Tool Maker with a passion for precision engineering in the aerospace sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic and dedicated team.