Toolmaker

Job Title – Toolmaker
Location – Hastings, East Sussex
Salary – £43,700
Shift – Rotating: 6am–2pm / 8am–4pm / 2pm–10pm

Job Role of the Toolmaker

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Toolmaker to join a well-established manufacturing business based in Hastings, East Sussex.

Working within a busy manufacturing environment, the Toolmaker will be responsible for the repair, maintenance and manufacture of tooling used in plastic injection moulding and extrusion processes. The site operates modern machinery and produces a wide range of plastic-based products used across commercial, industrial, healthcare, education and domestic markets.

You will be part of a skilled toolroom team consisting of two other Toolmakers and three Tool Maintenance Technicians, supporting production by ensuring tooling operates efficiently and to precise specification.

You will be responsible for producing and repairing tooling to exact tolerances, interpreting technical drawings, and ensuring tools are ready to support production deadlines within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Sector – Manufacturing / Toolmaking

Non-Negotiable Requirements of the Toolmaker

• Previous toolmaking experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment

Requirements for the Toolmaker

• Experience with manual machining processes including milling, turning and grinding
• Knowledge of tool repair and maintenance for injection moulding machinery
• Experience working in a busy toolroom environment
• Strong understanding of health and safety procedures
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Desirable Requirements for the Toolmaker

• Experience working with CNC machining
• Experience within plastic injection moulding or extrusion environments
• Toolmaking or mechanical engineering qualifications

The Toolmaker will benefit from:

• Competitive salary of £43,700
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays + your birthday off
• Company pension matched up to 10%
• Private Medical Insurance
• Discretionary company bonus (£300–£500 approx.)
• Opportunities for career progression, training and CPD projects
• Working for a stable, long-established manufacturing business