Tool Maker

Experienced Toolmaker required in the Warwick area due to the ongoing growth of the business!

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established, forward-thinking aerospace MRO (Maintenance, repair & overhaul) business on a permanent basis.

Main Responsibilities:

• Welding & Repair: Carry out welding and stud extraction on aircraft components
• Manufacturing & Repair: Fabricate, modify, and repair precision tooling, jigs, fixtures, moulds, and stands
• Machine Operation: Set up and operate lathes, milling machines, grinders, and EDM machines (Electrical Discharge Machining)
• Blueprint Interpretation: Read and interpret complex engineering drawings, schematics, and CAD models
• Quality Control: Inspect finished parts using precision measuring equipment (micrometers, calipers, etc.) to ensure close tolerances
• Maintenance: Perform routine servicing, regrinding, and preventative maintenance of tooling and equipment
• Problem Solving: Diagnose faults and implement solutions to minimise production downtime
• Collaboration: Work closely with engineering and production teams, supporting continuous improvement and new product introduction

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Completed apprenticeship or vocational training in Toolmaking, Machining, or a related engineering discipline
• Strong experience operating machine tools and using precision measuring equipment
• Good understanding of health, safety, and environmental standards
• Background in the aviation or aerospace industry (or similar strictly regulated environment)
• Experience working within a repair shop environment
• Willingness to travel and work away from base when required

Salary will be fair and dependent on each individual’s experience.

Candidates must already hold the right to live and work in the UK at the time of application. No sponsorships can be provided, now or in the future.

If you are interested in applying for this position, and you meet the above requirements, please apply immediately.

Due to the number of applications we receive, it’s not always possible to contact unsuccessful applicants. Unless you hear from us within 14 days of your application, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.