https://jobs.co.uk/job/toolmaker-optima-uk-inc-ltd--7a882502-cff3-4446-b9c0-5e42d0705f1e RSS feed for Toolmaker at Optima UK Inc Ltd. en-gb Sat, 02 May 2026 15:53:47 GMT https://jobs.co.uk/job/toolmaker-optima-uk-inc-ltd--7a882502-cff3-4446-b9c0-5e42d0705f1e https://jobs.co.uk/job/toolmaker-optima-uk-inc-ltd--7a882502-cff3-4446-b9c0-5e42d0705f1e Tue, 28 Apr 2026 23:00:00 GMT Location: Portsmouth | Salary: £17.00 - £18.00/hour | Type: Permanent | Toolmaker Location: Portsmouth (Commutable from Southampton, Havant, Fareham, Chichester) Pay Rate: Up to -18.00 per hour Hours: Monday to Friday 40 hours per week About the Company A prestigious manufacturing company based in Portsmouth, specialising in precision engineering and high-quality tooling solutions. The business offers a stable working environment with a strong focus on quality, safety, and continuous improvement. The Role We are currently recruiting for a Toolmaker to join a well-established manufacturing company. This role is responsible for producing and maintaining precision tooling used within the manufacturing process. Manufacture, assemble, fit and repair precision tools Work on complex toolmaking projects within the Tool Room Strip down tooling, diagnose faults and carry out repairs Read and interpret engineering drawings to measure and mark out designs Operate machinery including lathes, presses, milling machines and grinders Use 2D and 3D CAD CAM software Implement modifications to moulds where required Escalate production issues to the Tool Room Supervisor Maintain high standards of housekeeping, quality and health and safety Pr... Permanent