Interfoam is one of the UK’s premier providers of high quality, moulded polyurethane foam products.

Toolmaker
Manufacturing | Tooling | Precision Engineering

Location: Kempston, MK42
Employment Type: Full-time | Permanent

Working Hours
Monday to Thursday: 07:00 – 16:00
Friday: 07:00 – 13:00
(Early finish every Friday)

About the Role:
We are looking for an experienced Toolmaker to join our established in-house Tooling team. This is a hands-on position focused on the design, manufacture, maintenance and repair of moulds and tooling used in the production of moulded foam products supplied to sectors including automotive, rail, aviation and furniture.

This role would suit an experienced Toolmaker who values stability, craftsmanship and long-term involvement, and who is interested in playing a key part in the future development and succession of our tooling capability.

You will work closely with Production, Engineering and Sales, supporting both new product development and the ongoing reliability of manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities;
Tool & Mould Manufacture
– Produce patterns and master models from technical drawings, templates or foam samples
– Manufacture moulds using wet lay or cast resin methods
– Machine tooling using CNC (3-axis), lathes, mills and EDM (5-axis advantageous)
– Welding and fitting frames, pins and inserts
– Hand finishing and polishing moulds
– Application of paints and sealants
Mould Maintenance & Repair
– Repair and modify moulds
– Diagnose tooling-related production issues
– Carry out modifications to improve quality and efficiency
Process & Product Support
– Support trials of new foam products and tooling
– Optimise venting, draft angles and parting lines
– Work with engineers and designers
Quality & Continuous Improvement
– Measure and inspect tooling
– Ensure durability and repeatability
– Contribute to continuous improvement
General Duties
– Liaise with Sales on tooling requirements
– Maintain a safe and organised workshop
– Follow Health & Safety procedures
Full job description available on request.

Skills & Experience Required;
Essential:
– Proven Toolmaker / Precision Engineer experience
– Ability to interpret technical drawings
– Experience working with wood, metals and resins
– Skilled in 3-axis CNC machining, milling, turning and welding
– Strong problem-solving skills
– Good communication skills
Desirable:
– Foam or composite tooling experience
– 5-axis CNC experience
– Understanding of foam behaviours
Qualifications
– NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds or equivalent
– BTEC / HNC / HND in Engineering
– Completed apprenticeship

What We Offer;
– £35,000 – £38,000 salary (depending on experience)
– Early Friday finish
– Secure permanent role
– In-house tooling work
– Opportunity to contribute to long-term tooling succession
– Supportive team environment

This advert has been prepared for direct hiring purposes. Agency terms not accepted unless agreed in advance.