Trainee Toolsetter

Starting your career in engineering? We're looking for a motivated hands on worker to learn tool-setting for CNC milling machines. This is a hands-on role with on-the-job training and support from experienced team members to help you build practical skills and progress within the workshop.

Key responsibilities

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  Learn to work from tooling setting sheets and job instructions

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  Assist with setting milling cutters, drills and other tooling into holders (training provided)

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  Deliver and collect tools to/from machines and support tool breakdown on job completion

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  Keep the tool-setting area clean, organised and safe

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  Help maintain tool holders, vices and other workshop equipment

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  Support tooling stock control and help order consumables as required

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  Develop the ability to prioritise tasks and meet production deadlines

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Skills & experience (ideal for career starters)

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  Genuine interest in engineering, machining, or hands-on workshop work

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  Any workshop/assembly experience is helpful but not necessarily essential - we will train the right person

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  Good attention to detail and reliable timekeeping

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  Willingness to learn, follow processes and work methodically

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• Excellent team communication skills
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Education

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  GCSE English & Maths (A-C) or equivalent (or working towards)

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What's on offer

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  On-the-job training and mentoring in precision engineering

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  Clear development and progression opportunities

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This is a permanent job with a starting salary dependant on experience. You must have current UK right to work to be considered. HRGO are a recruitment agency supporting UK Manufacturing. We aim to respond to all applications.