Trainee Toolsetter

Starting your career in engineering? We're looking for a motivated hands on worker to learn tool-setting for CNC milling machines. This is a hands-on role with on-the-job training and support from experienced team members to help you build practical skills and progress within the workshop. Key responsibilities • Learn to work from tooling setting sheets and job instructions • Assist with setting milling cutters, drills and other tooling into holders (training provided) • Deliver and collect tools to/from machines and support tool breakdown on job completion • Keep the tool-setting area clean, organised and safe • Help maintain tool holders, vices and other workshop equipment • Support tooling stock control and help order consumables as required • Develop the ability to prioritise tasks and meet production deadlines Skills & experience (ideal for career starters) • Genuine interest in engineering, machining, or hands-on workshop work • Any workshop/assembly experience is helpful but not necessarily essential - we will train the right person • Good attention to detail and reliable timekeeping • Willingness to learn, follow processes and work methodically • Excellent team communication skills Education • GCSE English & Maths (A-C) or equivalent (or working towards) What's on offer • On-the-job training and mentoring in precision engineering • Clear development and progression opportunities This is a permanent job with a starting salary dependant on experience. You must have current UK right to work to be considered. HRGO are a recruitment agency supporting UK Manufacturing. We aim to respond to all applications.