Tool Setter

4 days ago

Dudley, United Kingdom The Staffing Network Ltd Full time

Job Advertisement: Toolsetter – Dudley & Worcester Region
Position: Toolsetter
Location: Dudley & Worcester
Contract: Full-time
Reports to: Production Supervisor
The Staffing Network are looking to recruit an experienced Tool Setter to work at a leading manufacturing organisation in the Dudley and Worcester region. This is a key role ensuring tooling is set safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with quality and health & safety standards.
About the Role
As a Toolsetter, you will be responsible for setting, changing, and maintaining tooling to ensure smooth production flow. You will work closely with Production, Maintenance, Quality Assurance, Warehouse teams, and Management, supporting the shift operation and occasionally taking the lead when required.
Key Responsibilities
Tooling & Production Support
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Set and change tooling in line with production schedules.
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Prepare and feed coils through press machinery.
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Complete first-off inspections, including nail bend tests and gauging of steel.
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Carry out plate size changes and tool/chute adjustments for specific orders.
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Remove tools for servicing, clean press areas, and prepare them for reinstall.
Quality & Safety Compliance
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Perform inspection and testing tasks to ensure product compliance.
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Segregate defective products and ensure correct identification and reporting.
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Report tooling issues to the Tool Room and production issues to Maintenance.
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Maintain high housekeeping standards (5S), ensuring tools and equipment are stored correctly.
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Adhere to company Health & Safety and Quality policies at all times.
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Report any deviations from standard operating procedures.
Shift Support & Leadership
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Support the Supervisor in organising daily production activities.
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Take the lead when required, ensuring processes run smoothly and product meets inspection standards.
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Help coordinate staff during breakdowns or downtime, ensuring minimal disruption.
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Ensure proper handover procedures are followed between shifts and that documentation is fully completed.
Performance Indicators
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Reduction in internal and external customer complaints
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Achievement of defined turnaround times
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Compliance with quality standards and H&S procedures
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Accurate and complete shift documentatio
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Qualifications & Experience
Essential:
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Minimum 5 years of tool setting experience
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ROSPA trained
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Counterbalance Forklift Licence
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Computer literacy
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Strong technical background
Beneficial:
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Reach Truck Licence
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Overhead Crane Licence
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First Aid training
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Supervisory experience
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Barcoding system experience
How to Apply
If you meet the required experience and are committed to maintaining high standards in safety, quality, and production efficiency, we would love to hear from you.
Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience

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