What to study to become a toolmaker?
Toolmakers need the skills to read engineering drawings. Outstanding maths and IT skills are also required for this position. Technical capabilities are vital for this role. To succeed in these types of positions you will need to be able to meet deadlines and the ability to follow instructions is also required.
What does a toolmaker Artisan do?
Toolmakers are artisans who are expected to work at a high level of precision, and to very small tolerances. They will make tools for metal pressings and also moulds for the plastic industry. They will make holding jigs for accurate machining of components.