Tool Maker - CNC / CAM Programmer
Location: Haydock, Merseyside
Salary: £40,000-£45,000 per annum, dependent on experience
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Shifts - Continetal (4 on 4 off)
The Opportunity
We are looking to recruit an experienced Tool Maker with strong CNC/CAM programming experience to join our engineering and tooling team in Haydock.
This is a hands-on role within a manufacturing environment, focused on the manufacture, modification, maintenance and repair of thermoforming tools and high-precision components.
We are particularly interested in candidates with experience using Fusion 360 and/or SolidCAM, alongside practical CNC machining skills. The successful candidate will play an important role in supporting production, improving tooling performance and maintaining high standards of quality and efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
- Manufacture, modify and repair thermoforming tools and precision engineering components.
- Program, set up and operate CNC machinery to achieve tight tolerances.
- Use CAM software, ideally Fusion 360 and/or SolidCAM, to generate and edit CNC programmes.
- Operate CNC and manual milling machines, lathes and surface grinding equipment.
- Read and interpret engineering drawings and CAD models.
- Carry out tooling maintenance, fault-finding and repairs to minimise production downtime.
- Support tooling development, trials and continuous improvement activities.
- Maintain stock levels of tooling consumables, including cutters, taps and drills.
- Work closely with engineering and production teams to meet manufacturing requirements.
- Maintain high standards of safety, accuracy and workmanship.
Essential Skills and Experience
- Proven experience as a Tool Maker within a manufacturing or precision engineering environment.
- Strong CNC programming and machining experience.
- Experience with CAM software, preferably Fusion 360 and/or SolidCAM.
- Knowledge of CNC controls such as Fanuc, Heidenhain or similar.
- Practical experience with milling, turning and surface grinding.
- Ability to interpret technical engineering drawings and CAD models.
- Experience manufacturing, maintaining and repairing production tooling.
- Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail and a proactive approach.
- Ability to work independently and effectively within a team.
- Time-served apprenticeship or equivalent engineering qualification preferred.
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for a technically capable, hands-on Tool Maker who can take ownership of tooling projects from programming and machining through to maintenance and repair.
Candidates should be comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, managing competing priorities and supporting production requirements. Flexibility and availability for overtime are essential to meet business needs.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary of £40,000-£45,000 per annum, depending on experience.
- Full-time, permanent employment.
- Overtime opportunities.
- Pension scheme.
- On-site parking.
- Supportive team environment.
- Training, skills development and opportunities for career progression.
How to Apply
If you are an experienced Tool Maker with strong CNC/CAM programming skills and are looking for your next opportunity in a manufacturing environment, we would welcome your application.
Please apply with your latest CV, highlighting your CNC programming experience, CAM software knowledge and tooling background.
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