Tool Room Servicing Operator

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 Will Be Doing

• 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

Qualifications

• 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)
• Ability to read and work from technical drawings
• Track record of meeting tight deadlines and maintaining performance under pressure
• Continuous improvement mindset and ability to contribute to tooling system development
• Strong IT and communication skills
• Collaborative attitude and ability to build positive relationships across departments

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Pension plan with maximum company contribution of 12%
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and the 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

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