Salary: £29.5k per year
Reference: 552452-S
Job Title: Tooling Pre-Setter
Job Type: Days based, Perm
Location: Crewkerne
Hours: 7:00-15:45 Mon-Thurs, 7:00-11:30
Pay: Circa £29,000-£30,000 DOE
JOB PURPOSE
To minimise CNC lathe downtime and maximize manufacturing efficiency by preparing, assembling, and precisely measuring high-quality tooling kits for Machine Setters prior to production. This role drives operational excellence by maintaining an optimal tooling inventory, monitoring tool wear, and actively identifying opportunities to improve tool life and reduce production costs. The position is responsible for health & safety, quality and ensuring accurate data is recorded.
MAIN DUTIES
- Ensure that any health and safety guidelines are followed in accordance with the EHS organisational arrangements roles and responsibilities, including maintaining (and improving were possible) 5S standards and ensuring the correct PPE is worn.
- Build and assemble CNC lathe tooling combinations, including boring bars, live tools and turning inserts following setup sheets and technical drawings.
- Package and deliver organised tooling kits directly to CNC setters
- Monitor, log and maintain tool room inventory, ensuring a continuous supply of parts
- Inspect, clean and strip return tooling, check for damage or wear before replenishing
- Analyse insert wear, track tool life and collaborate with engineering to suggest upgrades that reduce cycle times and costs
- Input and update tool dimensions, locations and inventory levels
- Ensuring that the appropriate TPM is undertaken. – Routine maintenance
Jobholder requirements:
- Proven experience of CNC machining environment
- Tooling expertise, specifically cutting tools (insert grades, coatings etc)
- Ability to interpret technical drawings
- Precision management of hand measurement tools and digital/optical tool presetting equipment
- Proactive mindset – actively seeking ways to optimise process, improve tool life and reduce waste
Benefits:
- Up to 9% employer pension contribution
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays (rising to 30 with service)
- Option to buy an extra week of holiday each year
- Health cash plan – claim back dental, optical & more
- Retail discounts – including Tesco, Currys, Argos & Hoseasons
- Great work-life balance – early finish before the weekend
- Training & development opportunities
- Additional benefits discussed during the process
What next?
Do you have the experience? The company welcome a site visit to ensure you are happy with the role, the environment, and the people you will work with!
If you would like to speak to someone regarding being booked on a site visit then please contact Tom Edney 07823 402 034 for more information or send an email to [email protected]
Immediate starts are available!
WF Tech are responsible for placing skilled and in demand people on both a permanent and contract basis into the Precision & Advanced Manufacturing sectors, from skilled Machining Personnel and Specialist Engineers to Supervisory and Management positions.
Our Specialist Consultants will have an in-depth understanding of your skills and offer best advice on your next step!! We are always searching for the best talent, so if you know anyone, why not recommend someone to one of our professional team who will be more than happy to help.
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