Press Toolmaker

Job Description:

#### This is an excellent opportunity for a someone with experience in a toolmaking environment.

Are you a skilled Press Toolmaker or Improver looking for your next challenge in precision engineering?

Join our dynamic team at [Employer hidden] Ltd  where craftsmanship, innovation, and quality come together to deliver exceptional tooling solutions for clients across multiple sectors.

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#### About the Role:

As a Press Toolmaker, you’ll play a key role in the manufacture, maintenance, and development of high-quality press tools to exacting standards. You’ll work from technical drawings to produce new tooling and ensure existing tools perform optimally for production efficiency and accuracy.

#### Key Responsibilities

• Manufacture, assemble, and maintain press tools, jigs, and fixtures
• Work from engineering drawings to tight tolerances
• Operate a range of manual and CNC machinery (e.g., milling, grinding, turning, EDM)
• Diagnose and repair tooling issues to minimize downtime
• Collaborate with design and production teams to improve tooling performance
• Ensure all work meets health & safety and quality standards

#### ​About You

• Preferably Time-served Toolmaker or equivalent but will consider candidates based on level of experience
• Strong background in press tools (progressive, single-stage, or transfer tools)
• Competent with precision measuring instruments and toolroom machinery
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Team-oriented but capable of working independently

#### Why Join Us?

• Competitive pay and overtime opportunities
• Modern, well-equipped toolroom
• Career progression and ongoing training
• Supportive, friendly working environment

If you take pride in precision and want to be part of a company that values skill and innovation, we’d love to hear from you!

For applications or further details about the position please contact;

Gary Read (Operations Manager)

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**Email – [contact hidden]**

[Employer hidden] is a small business in Milton Keynes. We are professional, agile, and our goal is to Manufacture Press Tools, Jigs & Fixtures to the highest standard and to achieve Engineering Excellence.