Tool Maker for JLR in Birmingham

Job Overview

Toolmaker – Castle Bromwich, JLR. Salary: £44,925. Posting dates: 09/01/2026 – 23/01/2026. The role involves a rotating shift pattern, including nights.

Key Responsibilities

Optimise current tooling activities, including Corrective, Preventative maintenance, Engineering Changes and Quality Improvements. Participate in “Try out” activities on press lines and support production teams across the shop, including the Blanking line.

Additional Responsibilities

• Carrying out scheduled Preventative Maintenance activities
• Supporting and driving performance on all press and blanking lines – die related
• Engineering change activities and die modifications
• Problem solving and root‑cause analysis for reliability and quality requirements
• Machining background would be advantageous
• Die movements using overhead cranes with die weights of up to 55T
• Strong Engineering / Tool making background

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Recognised Apprenticeship, NVQ Level 3 / C & G or similar qualification
• Experience working in a Press Tool manufacturing / maintenance environment
• Ideally, skin surface panel tooling experience in a car manufacturing industry
• Understanding of complex tooling and aluminium pressings
• Flexibility to work shifts, including nights

Benefits

• Discounted car purchase scheme (open to family members, too)
• A 52‑week maternity leave policy and a 4‑week paternity leave policy. Other parental leave policies are available.
• A competitive pension
• A JLR company performance‑related bonus
• An employee learning scheme providing funding for education, training and other activities which support the development of personal skills and promote lifelong learning
• Access to open, employee‑led support and social networks

We’re committed to an inclusive culture

We work hard to nurture a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all. We understand candidates may require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process – please discuss these with your recruiter so we can accommodate your needs. Applicants from all backgrounds are welcome. If you’re unsure you meet every criterion but are interested in where it could take you, we still encourage you to apply.

EEO Statement

JLR is committed to equal opportunity for all.