Tool Maker

Job Title: Toolmaker / Maintenance Technician (3-Month Contract)
Location: Droitwich, UK
Rate: £20-£40 per hour
Duration: 3 months

About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced Toolmaker / Maintenance Technician to join a busy, well-equipped toolroom supporting high-volume automotive plastic injection moulding.

You'll be part of a close-knit team but will need to work independently, meeting deadlines and solving problems creatively under pressure.

Strong communication skills are essential for reporting effectively to the Tool Room Shift Coordinator.

Key Responsibilities:

• Service and maintain injection mould tools following TPM schedules.


• Repair injection mould tools following breakdowns.


• Support production at the moulding press with repairs and maintenance as required.


• Carry out minor modifications and improvements to existing injection mould tools.

Mandatory Requirements:

• Comply with all health and safety legislation.


• Carry out injection mould tool servicing using set procedures.


• Knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, and water systems on injection mould tools.


• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving abilities under tight deadlines.


• Ability to work on production injection mould tools in the moulding press.


• Effective time management and record-keeping skills.


• Basic computer skills (training available if required).

Qualifications & Experience:

• Time-served apprentice toolmaker with ONC/HNC in Mechanical Engineering or


• Minimum 5 years hands-on experience with plastic injection mould tooling, preferably in the automotive industry.


• Strong bench-hand skills.


• Competent operation of milling, turning, and grinding machines.

Desirable Skills (training provided if needed):

• Knowledge of injection mould hot runner systems.


• Mould tool polishing.


• Laser/MIG/TIG welding.


• Overhead gantry crane certification.


• Safe tool handling practices.

Why Join Us:
This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic manufacturing environment, contributing to high-quality automotive production while developing your skills further.

You will work on challenging projects with a supportive, skilled team.

Apply Today:
If you are a motivated toolmaker with a hands-on approach and problem-solving mindset, we want to hear from you!