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Job DescriptionAll potential applicants are encouraged to scroll through and read the complete job description before applying.Trainee Toolmaker (Apprenticeship Qualified)16PH - 17PH + Company Benefits + Overtime + Days Based + 4 Day Working WeekHuddersfieldAre you an apprenticeship-qualified Toolmaker looking for a stable, long-term position, offering a Monday to Thursday working week and regular overtime opportunities to boost your earnings?This UK manufacturer founded in the 1980s, supplying high-quality tooling solutions to the plastic injection moulding and die casting industries, built on decades of engineering expertise, precision manufacturing, and a strong reputation for reliability and bespoke, customer-focused service trusted by automotive, electronics, construction and specialist engineering customers across the UK.In this role, you will be responsible for the bench fitting, assembly, stripping, adjustment and maintenance of precision injection mould tools using hand tools and measuring equipment. You'll build and fit new injection mould tooling, fault find and repair existing moulds, support tool trials through on-bench adjustments, and work closely with CNC machinists, EDM operators and production teams, Monday to Thursday.This role would suit an apprenticeship-qualified Toolmaker looking for a long term and stable position with plenty of overtime.The Role:Design, build and bench fit precision injection mould tools and componentsStrip, repair, modify and maintain existing tooling to tight tolerancesCarry out hand fitting, spotting and adjustment to support tool trialsModify tooling and assist with new machinery builds as requiredWork closely with CNC, EDM and production teamsMonday-Thursday 9.15 hour days with overtime available on FridaysThe Person:Toolmaker within injection mould toolingCompleted Apprenticeship in Toolmaking (Advanced Level Apprenticeship - Toolmaking)Commutable to HuddersfieldReference: BBBH23919Keywords: Engineer, Engineering, Manufacturing, Toolmaker, jigs, fixtures, industrial, precision, tooling, Huddersfield, Yorkshire, Halifax, Brighouse, MelthamIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. xjdpvnf By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.