Tool Maker (Tool Technician)
Location:
Hayes, London
Department:
Tooling / Plating Laboratory
Reporting to:
Tooling & Design Manager
About the Role
A regulated aerospace manufacturing and MRO operation is seeking an experienced Tool Maker (Tool Technician) to support production and development activities through the manufacture, servicing, and repair of high-precision tooling, jigs, and fixtures. The role is critical to ensuring tooling accuracy, availability, and reliability, while supporting prototype development, continuous improvement, and strict safety and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
⦁ Manufacture, service, and repair a wide range of tooling, jigs, and fixtures to support both new product development and existing production.
⦁ Operate manual machine tools to fine tolerances, including lathes, milling machines, surface and cylindrical grinders, and horizontal boring machines.
⦁ Work from detailed engineering drawings, sketches, and verbal instructions to produce precision components.
⦁ Apply precision measurement techniques using appropriate inspection equipment to verify dimensional accuracy.
⦁ Modify and maintain existing production tooling to ensure optimal performance.
⦁ Support prototype assembly and testing through bespoke tooling solutions.
⦁ Provide practical input into tooling design, fabrication methods, and process improvements.
⦁ Liaise closely with Engineering, Production, and Quality teams to resolve technical issues and ensure tool readiness.
⦁ Maintain accurate records of tooling activities, including Practical Experience Records where applicable.
⦁ Comply with all health & safety, quality, environmental, and standard operating procedures.
⦁ Train and mentor junior personnel where required, subject to experience and qualifications.
⦁ Use basic computer systems for logging, tracking, and documentation.
⦁ Take ownership of the quality and accuracy of work completed, working independently or with minimal supervision.
Education & Qualifications
⦁ Educated to GCSE level or equivalent.
⦁ Fluent in written and spoken English.
Experience & Technical Knowledge
⦁ Proficiency in either milling or turning machines is essential.
⦁ Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
⦁ Tool room experience preferred; broad workshop experience is essential.
⦁ Strong problem-solving, planning, and organisational skills.
⦁ Effective communicator and team player, able to work cross-functionally.
⦁ Basic knowledge of welding techniques (Gas, MIG, TIG, Stick) is advantageous.
⦁ Comfortable supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
Personal Attributes
⦁ Proactive and flexible team player with a positive attitude.
⦁ Strong communication and decision-making skills.
⦁ Able to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
Working Conditions
⦁ No direct reports.
⦁ Shift work may be required.
⦁ Flexibility to change working hours to maintain operational cover when necessary.
Additional Requirements
⦁ Unrestricted right to live and work in the UK.
⦁ Completion of mandatory training as required.
Contact us on:
Max Hawkins -
Callum Wallis
Salary description
£37847.00 - £44626.00 per year