Cutting Tool Specialist

Vectis Recruitment Limited
📍 burnley, burnley, United-Kingdom 💼 Full-time 🕒 Posted June 20, 2026

Job Description

A global leading manufacturer of precision machined components serving the aerospace, defence, and energy sectors is seeking to appoint a Cutting Tool Specialist. Acting as the company technical authority & specialist, you will ensure tooling is being used to the maximum efficiency and give guidance on process improvements and tooling use.

The Role

Provide guidance & advice on tooling methods and selection.

Inspect cutting tools using microscopes and metrology equipment.

Identify wear mechanisms and recommend solutions to maximises use.

Determine if tooling is being used correctly and identify wear and use issues.

Perform root cause analysis on prematurely failed tools.

Prevent both scrap from worn tools and waste from early tool disposal.

Provide inspection and wear data to Engineering Team to support continuous

improvements.

Maintain inspection records and wear criteria.

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Job Details

  • Location burnley, burnley
  • Job Type Full-time
  • Category Other-General
  • Posted Date June 20, 2026
  • Application Deadline July 30, 2026