Tooling & Fixtures Technician

Job Title: Tooling Coordinator
Location: Gaydon, Warks
Salary: £13.93
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
About the Role
We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Tooling Coordinator to support manufacturing operations by managing the availability, condition, and storage of production tooling, including jigs and fixtures.
This is a hands-on role where you will work closely with Production, Engineering, and external partners to ensure all tooling is maintained, tracked, and readily available to support efficient production processes.
Key Responsibilities

• Tooling & Equipment Management
• Coordinate the sorting and preparation of jigs and fixtures for scheduled cleaning cycles
• Monitor and maintain accurate stock levels of tooling and equipment
• Identify, segregate, and coordinate repair of damaged or worn fixtures with Engineering teams
• Liaise with Production and Engineering to support maintenance and repair of tooling across multiple areas
• Storage & Organisation
• Maintain safe, clean, and organised storage areas in line with 5S principles
• Manage excess storage areas, ensuring accessibility and compliance with site standards
• Oversee safe handling and movement of tooling, including use of high-level storage systems
• Logistics & Coordination
• Support production requirements by coordinating tooling availability and model mix changes
• Manage incoming returns from production lines and external providers, ensuring correct segregation and storage
• Maintain accurate records and tracking of all tooling using internal systems and spreadsheets

About You

• Previous experience in a manufacturing, production, or logistics environment
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail
• Good communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally
• Comfortable using Excel or similar systems to track and manage data
• Proactive approach with the ability to manage multiple tasks

Essential Requirements

• Valid forklift truck licence
• Basic IT skills (including Microsoft Excel)

Desirable

• Experience working with jigs, fixtures, or production tooling
• Understanding of 5S or lean manufacturing principles

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Stable, full-time employment
• Opportunity to work within a supportive manufacturing environment
• Training and development opportunities
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