Tool Room Servicing Operator

Howdens is 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 an operator or a CNC Machinist with tooling knowledge, we are keen to hear from you.

Shift | 6am – 4:30pm Monday to Thursday

Salary | £49,263.24 per annum

What you’ll be doing:

As a Tool Room Servicing Operator, your main responsibilities will include:

• Servicing, repairing, and manufacturing tooling for our production facilities using a variety of machinery, including Vollmer QM machines, CNC lathes, milling machines, sharpening machines, and manual machines.
• 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 making adjustments as requested by the Tool Room Manager.
• Performing machine safety checks before use and contributing to a safe, clean working environment.

What do you need to qualify for the Tool Room Servicing Operator:

We’re seeking someone who brings hands-on experience and a proactive approach. Ideally, you’ll have:

• A background in machine operation within a fast-paced manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Time-served experience working in an engineering workshop.
• Strong understanding of CNC control systems.
• Experience with EDM machines for sharpening PCD tooling (preferred but not essential).
• Familiarity with saw grinding machines for carbide saw blades (preferred but not essential).
• Working knowledge of CNC lathes, milling machines, and cylindrical grinding processes (advantageous but not required).
• The ability to read and work from technical drawings.
• A track record of meeting tight deadlines and maintaining performance under pressure.
• A continuous improvement mindset and the ability to contribute to tooling system development.
• Strong IT and communication skills.
• A collaborative attitude and the ability to build positive relationships across departments.

What can we offer you:

• Competitive Salary  
• Pension Plan with maximum company contribution of 12%
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays + opportunity to purchase up to 5 more days
• Free lunch at the on-site canteen
• Free onsite car parking
• Friendly and supportive environment offering exceptional reward and recognition

About Us:

Howdens Joinery is the UK’s number one trade kitchen supplier providing thousands of products across kitchens, joinery, and hardware. We have over 900 depots throughout the UK and Europe – making us the first choice for more than 460,000 loyal trade professionals. With an ambitious and credible growth plan, we continue to build on our £2.3 billion sales made last year.

There is a strong entrepreneurial ethos and the opportunity to develop within a fast-paced and commercial environment. That, along with a competitive salary, development opportunities, and exciting rewards, are among the reasons why our people enjoy working for Howdens – and why we have been named as one of the 10 Best Big Companies to Work For.

How to apply:

We are building a future where world-class service, innovation, and sustainability are embedded within our DNA. If Howdens sounds like the kind of place where you can build and develop your career, then we are keen to hear from you.

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Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We’re working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email recruitmentteam@howdens.com with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you. 

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