Howdens are currently seeking an experienced Tool Room Servicing Operator to join our team at our manufacturing site in Howden, East Yorkshire. This is a great opportunity to play a key role in the service, repair, and manufacture of in-house tooling, supporting our production operations with precision and expertise. If you have a background as a machine operator or servicing operator with tooling knowledge, we are keen to hear from you.
Shift | 6am to 4:30pm Monday to Wednesday, 6am to 4pm Thursday. OT required as and when necessary
Salary | £51,085.84 per annum
What you’ll be doing:
As a Tool Room servicing operator, your main responsibilities will include:
- Sharpening and manufacturing PCD tooling using Vollmer EDM machines
- Sharpening carbide circular saws using Vollmer Saw machines
- Cylindrical grinding and surface grinding both in house and purchased tooling
- Sharpen tooling using tool and cutter grinders
- Assembling components and interpreting technical working drawings accurately
- Recording production data with precision and maintaining high standards of workmanship
- Conducting detailed quality checks aligned with our quality control processes
- Modifying tools and adjusting as requested by the Tool Room Manager
- Performing machine safety checks before use and contributing to a safe, clean working environment
What you need to qualify for the Tool Room Servicing Operator:
We’re seeking someone who brings hands-on experience and a proactive approach. Ideally, you’ll have:
- A background in machine operation within a fast-paced manufacturing or engineering environment
- Strong understanding of CNC control systems (Vollmer software essential)
- Experience with EDM machines for sharpening PCD tooling (preferred, but not essential)
- Working knowledge of CNC lathes, milling machines, and cylindrical and surface grinding processes (advantageous, but not essential)
- The ability to read and work from technical drawings
- A track record of meeting tight deadlines and maintaining performance under pressure
- A continuous improvement mindset and the ability to contribute to tooling system development
- Strong IT and communication skills
- A collaborative attitude and the ability to build positive relationships across departments
What can we offer you:
- Competitive salary
- Pension Plan with maximum company contribution of 12%
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays + opportunity to purchase up to 5 more days
- Free lunch at the onsite canteen and onsite car parking
- Friendly and supportive environment offering exceptional reward and recognition
About Us:
Howdens Joinery is the UK’s number one trade kitchen supplier providing thousands of products across kitchens, joinery, and hardware. We have over 900 depots throughout the UK and Europe – making us the first choice for more than 460,000 loyal trade professionals. With an ambitious and credible growth plan, we continue to build on our £2.4 billion sales made last year.
There is a strong entrepreneurial ethos and the opportunity to develop within a fast-paced and commercial environment. That, along with a competitive salary, development opportunities, and exciting rewards, are among the reasons why our people enjoy working for Howdens – and why we have been named as one of the 10 Best Big Companies to Work For.
How to apply:
We are building a future where world-class service, innovation, and sustainability are embedded within our DNA. If Howdens sounds like the kind of place where you can build and develop your career, then we are keen to hear from you.
Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We’re working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email [email protected] with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you.
