Toolmaker
Seaton, East Devon - relocation support available
Up to £45,000 DOE
Full Time | Permanent
Butler Rose is delighted to be working with a well-established and highly respected Devon manufacturer to recruit an experienced Toolmaker. This is an excellent opportunity to join a secure, growing business that combines traditional engineering expertise with modern manufacturing technology.
Working as part of a skilled in-house toolroom team, you will be involved in the manufacture, maintenance and development of precision tooling that supports the production of high‑quality products supplied to customers worldwide. This is a rare opportunity to work on projects from concept through to finished product, giving you real ownership and visibility of your work.
The Role
As Toolmaker, your responsibilities will include:
- Reading and interpreting engineering drawings, blueprints and technical specifications
- Manufacturing, assembling and fitting precision press and mould tools
- Operating a range of equipment including CNC lathes, CNC and manual milling machines, EDM machines, machining centres and grinding equipment
- Carrying out preventative maintenance, repairs and modifications to tooling
- Supporting new product development through tool manufacture and improvement projects
- Working closely with engineering and production teams to develop practical tooling solutions
- Maintaining accurate records of tooling designs, modifications and specifications
- Ensuring all work is completed to required quality and safety standards
- Assisting with continuous improvement initiatives and lean manufacturing activities
About You
We are keen to speak with candidates who have:
Previous experience as a Toolmaker, Precision Engineer or similar tooling position
- Strong machining and tool making skills within a manufacturing environment
- The ability to read and interpret technical drawings and engineering specifications
- Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to producing high‑quality work
- Strong problem‑solving and fault‑finding abilities
- A positive, proactive approach and willingness to learn
- The ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
- An understanding of lean manufacturing principles would be advantageous
What's On Offer?
Salary up to £45,000 depending on experience
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with service
- Enhanced employer pension contributions
- Life assurance
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Occupational health support and well being initiatives
- On‑site subsidised canteen
- Free on‑site parking
- Company sick pay scheme
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Relocation support available
- Genuine career progression prospects within a growing engineering team
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Toolmaker looking to join a business that values craftsmanship, invests in technology and offers long‑term career development within a supportive team environment.
#IND-HL-25
Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Toolmaker in Seaton employer: Butler Rose
Join a well-established manufacturing business in Cumbria as a Purchasing Buyer Electronics, where you will thrive in a supportive work culture that values employee growth and development. With a competitive salary and an attractive benefits package including generous annual leave, hybrid working options, and health and wellbeing initiatives, this role offers a meaningful opportunity to make a significant impact on procurement processes while enjoying a balanced work-life environment.
