Toolmaker Machinist

Contek Recruitment are representing their client, a well-established and growing precision engineering manufacturer based in Birmingham, who are looking to recruit an experienced Senior Toolmaker / CNC Machinist to join their highly skilled team.
Following continued investment and an increase in long-term customer demand, this is an excellent opportunity to join a modern precision engineering business supplying high-specification tooling and fixtures into demanding manufacturing sectors.
This position would suit a highly skilled Toolmaker or CNC Machinist who enjoys working on complex, one-off and small batch precision components, taking ownership of jobs from programming through to finished inspection.
The Role
Working within a clean, well-equipped machine shop, you will be responsible for manufacturing precision tooling, fixtures and bespoke machined components to extremely tight tolerances. You will play a key role in producing high-quality work while supporting continuous improvement across the workshop.
Key Responsibilities
* Programming, setting and operating CNC machinery using Fanuc controls.
* Manufacturing precision tooling, fixtures and specialist components.
* Producing components from engineering drawings to tight tolerances.
* Using Fusion 360 for machining strategies and model manipulation.
* Editing and optimising CNC programs where required.
* Maintaining the highest quality standards throughout production.
* Solving machining and manufacturing challenges independently.
* Supporting continuous improvement initiatives within the workshop.
* Working closely with colleagues to deliver projects on time.
Candidate Requirements
* Time-served Toolmaker or experienced CNC Machinist.
* Strong Fanuc programming experience is essential.
* Previous experience within precision engineering.
* Experience producing high-accuracy tooling or fixtures.
* Fusion 360 experience is highly desirable.
* Experience with EZCAM Mill Pro would be advantageous, although full training can be provided.
* Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings.
* Experience working to micron-level tolerances.
* Methodical approach with excellent attention to detail.
* Self-motivated with strong problem-solving ability.
What's on Offer
* Excellent salary (dependent upon experience).
* 10% performance-related bonus.
* 5 weeks annual leave plus statutory bank holidays.
* Permanent, full-time position.
* 40-hour working week.
* Working hours: 7:30am – 3:30pm, Monday to Friday (including a 15-minute paid lunch break).
* Modern machining environment with continued investment in equipment.
* Long-term career stability within a growing precision engineering business.
* Opportunity to work on technically challenging, high-value engineering projects.
If you are an experienced Toolmaker or CNC Machinist looking to join a forward-thinking precision engineering company where your technical ability will be valued and rewarded, Contek Recruitment would be keen to hear from you.
Apply today or contact Contek Recruitment for a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity