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Trainee Toolsetter

HR GO Recruitment
Nash Mills · posted 17 August 2026
Salary
£25,000 – £29,120 a year
Job type
full time
Location
Nash Mills, Hertfordshire
Category
Manufacturing/Surveying
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 skillsEducation 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
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