£19,240
Average salary at age 20
£34,840
Average Salary
47
Average hours per week
Description
Tool makers, tool fitters and markers-out mark out metal for machining and fit, assemble and repair machine and press tools, dies, jigs, fixtures and other tools.Main Tasks
- Examines drawings and specifications to determine appropriate method and sequence of operations;
- Marks out reference points using measuring instruments and tools such as punches, rules and squares;
- Operates hand and machine tools to shape workpieces to specifications and checks accuracy of machining;
- Assembles prepared parts, checks their alignment with micrometers, optical projectors and other measuring equipment and adjusts as necessary;
- Repairs damaged or worn tools.
Qualifications
There are no formal academic requirements although some employers may require GCSEs/S grades. Engineering apprenticeships, BTEC and City and Guilds qualifications are available together with on-the-job training. NVQs/ SVQs at Level 2 are available.UK Prospects
9800
Workforce Size
4.10%
Predicted decline 2024 - 2027
1107
Predicted Replacement 2024 - 2027