Toolmaker / Pattern Maker
Posted on Jun 11, 2026 by CV-Library
Bedford, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom
Manufacturing
Immediate Start
£35k - £38k Annual
Full-Time
Allstaff Recruitment are currently seeking a Toolmaker - Pattern Maker based in Bedford for a well-established company.
Summary of the Toolmaker - Pattern Maker role…
Salary: £35,000 - £38,000 per annum
Location: Bedford
Type of Contract: Permanent, Full-time.
Hours: Monday – Thursday 7:00am – 4:00pm, Friday 7:00am – 1:00pm.
Responsibilities of the Toolmaker - Pattern Maker
To produce a pattern/model of the required part out of a variety of materials, working from technical drawings, plastic or plywood templates or from existing foam samples.
Produce a mould using wet lay or cast resin method.
Carry out welding to finish mould as and when required.
Fit pins, frames or other components into the mould when needed and finish the mould by hand polishing, ready for production.
Apply paint or sealants where necessary.
Repair moulds either in place on the track or in the workshop as required.
Where Production experiences problems, to diagnose the cause of the problem and make the necessary alterations to rectify the problem.
Requirements for a successful Toolmaker - Pattern Maker,
Skills and knowledge to safely operate a variety of tools and machinery, including saws, planes, lathes, mills and welding equipment.
Ability to interpret technical drawings
Ability to work with a variety of materials including wood, metals and resins (epoxy, polyurethane, polyester)
Demonstratable experience producing patterns to required standard and timescale
Knowledge and understanding of the Production process and the impact of tooling on this process.
Problem-solving skills, able to identify problems and propose solutions in the production of new moulds and repair or adjustment of existing moulds.
Good communication skills, able to work effectively with others.
About Allstaff Recruitment
We’re an independent recruitment specialist based in Bedfordshire, supporting businesses across Bedford, Milton Keynes, and surrounding areas. We recruit for permanent, temporary, and contract roles across multiple sectors.
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Summary of the Toolmaker - Pattern Maker role…
Salary: £35,000 - £38,000 per annum
Location: Bedford
Type of Contract: Permanent, Full-time.
Hours: Monday – Thursday 7:00am – 4:00pm, Friday 7:00am – 1:00pm.
Responsibilities of the Toolmaker - Pattern Maker
To produce a pattern/model of the required part out of a variety of materials, working from technical drawings, plastic or plywood templates or from existing foam samples.
Produce a mould using wet lay or cast resin method.
Carry out welding to finish mould as and when required.
Fit pins, frames or other components into the mould when needed and finish the mould by hand polishing, ready for production.
Apply paint or sealants where necessary.
Repair moulds either in place on the track or in the workshop as required.
Where Production experiences problems, to diagnose the cause of the problem and make the necessary alterations to rectify the problem.
Requirements for a successful Toolmaker - Pattern Maker,
Skills and knowledge to safely operate a variety of tools and machinery, including saws, planes, lathes, mills and welding equipment.
Ability to interpret technical drawings
Ability to work with a variety of materials including wood, metals and resins (epoxy, polyurethane, polyester)
Demonstratable experience producing patterns to required standard and timescale
Knowledge and understanding of the Production process and the impact of tooling on this process.
Problem-solving skills, able to identify problems and propose solutions in the production of new moulds and repair or adjustment of existing moulds.
Good communication skills, able to work effectively with others.
About Allstaff Recruitment
We’re an independent recruitment specialist based in Bedfordshire, supporting businesses across Bedford, Milton Keynes, and surrounding areas. We recruit for permanent, temporary, and contract roles across multiple sectors.
Check out
Reference: 225237774
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Toolmaker / Pattern Maker
Posted on Jun 11, 2026 by CV-Library
Bedford, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom
Manufacturing
Immediate Start
£35k - £38k Annual
Full-Time
Allstaff Recruitment are currently seeking a Toolmaker - Pattern Maker based in Bedford for a well-established company.
Summary of the Toolmaker - Pattern Maker role…
Salary: £35,000 - £38,000 per annum
Location: Bedford
Type of Contract: Permanent, Full-time.
Hours: Monday – Thursday 7:00am – 4:00pm, Friday 7:00am – 1:00pm.
Responsibilities of the Toolmaker - Pattern Maker
To produce a pattern/model of the required part out of a variety of materials, working from technical drawings, plastic or plywood templates or from existing foam samples.
Produce a mould using wet lay or cast resin method.
Carry out welding to finish mould as and when required.
Fit pins, frames or other components into the mould when needed and finish the mould by hand polishing, ready for production.
Apply paint or sealants where necessary.
Repair moulds either in place on the track or in the workshop as required.
Where Production experiences problems, to diagnose the cause of the problem and make the necessary alterations to rectify the problem.
Requirements for a successful Toolmaker - Pattern Maker,
Skills and knowledge to safely operate a variety of tools and machinery, including saws, planes, lathes, mills and welding equipment.
Ability to interpret technical drawings
Ability to work with a variety of materials including wood, metals and resins (epoxy, polyurethane, polyester)
Demonstratable experience producing patterns to required standard and timescale
Knowledge and understanding of the Production process and the impact of tooling on this process.
Problem-solving skills, able to identify problems and propose solutions in the production of new moulds and repair or adjustment of existing moulds.
Good communication skills, able to work effectively with others.
About Allstaff Recruitment
We’re an independent recruitment specialist based in Bedfordshire, supporting businesses across Bedford, Milton Keynes, and surrounding areas. We recruit for permanent, temporary, and contract roles across multiple sectors.
Check out
Summary of the Toolmaker - Pattern Maker role…
Salary: £35,000 - £38,000 per annum
Location: Bedford
Type of Contract: Permanent, Full-time.
Hours: Monday – Thursday 7:00am – 4:00pm, Friday 7:00am – 1:00pm.
Responsibilities of the Toolmaker - Pattern Maker
To produce a pattern/model of the required part out of a variety of materials, working from technical drawings, plastic or plywood templates or from existing foam samples.
Produce a mould using wet lay or cast resin method.
Carry out welding to finish mould as and when required.
Fit pins, frames or other components into the mould when needed and finish the mould by hand polishing, ready for production.
Apply paint or sealants where necessary.
Repair moulds either in place on the track or in the workshop as required.
Where Production experiences problems, to diagnose the cause of the problem and make the necessary alterations to rectify the problem.
Requirements for a successful Toolmaker - Pattern Maker,
Skills and knowledge to safely operate a variety of tools and machinery, including saws, planes, lathes, mills and welding equipment.
Ability to interpret technical drawings
Ability to work with a variety of materials including wood, metals and resins (epoxy, polyurethane, polyester)
Demonstratable experience producing patterns to required standard and timescale
Knowledge and understanding of the Production process and the impact of tooling on this process.
Problem-solving skills, able to identify problems and propose solutions in the production of new moulds and repair or adjustment of existing moulds.
Good communication skills, able to work effectively with others.
About Allstaff Recruitment
We’re an independent recruitment specialist based in Bedfordshire, supporting businesses across Bedford, Milton Keynes, and surrounding areas. We recruit for permanent, temporary, and contract roles across multiple sectors.
Check out
Reference: 225237774
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