Job Title:Tool Maker (Tool Technician)Location:Hayes, LondonDepartment:Tooling / Plating LaboratoryReporting to:Tooling and Design Manager About the RoleA regulated aerospace manufacturing and MRO operation is seeking an experienced Tool Maker (Tool Technician) to support production and development activities through the manufacture, servicing, and repair of high-precision tooling, jigs, and fixtures. The role is critical to ensuring tooling accuracy, availability, and reliability, while supporting prototype development, continuous improvement, and strict safety and quality standards. Key Responsibilities? Manufacture, service, and repair a wide range of tooling, jigs, and fixtures to support both new product development and existing production.? Operate manual machine tools to fine tolerances, including lathes, milling machines, surface and cylindrical grinders, and horizontal boring machines.? Work from detailed engineering drawings, sketches, and verbal instructions to produce precision components.? Apply precision measurement techniques using appropriate inspection equipment to verify dimensional accuracy.? Modify and maintain existing production tooling to ensure optimal performance.? Support prototype assembly and testing through bespoke tooling solutions.? Provide practical input into tooling design, fabrication methods, and process improvements.? Liaise closely with Engineering, Production, and Quality teams to resolve technical issues and ensure tool readiness.? ..... full job details .....