Tool adjuster engine factory Vacatures

Over de vacature

The engine factory's tool room houses hundreds of different cutting tools. These tools must be in perfect condition to be installed in the machines of the machining departments. Are you a metalworking specialist with knowledge of tools? Then the vacancy for a tool setter in the Engine Factory's tool setup room at DAF Trucks in Eindhoven is probably just right for you!

what we offer

• €19.21 to €19.88 gross per hour.
• A full-time job on an agency basis at DAF Trucks.
• 34% shift allowance for evening & night shifts.
• A thorough onboarding program at DAF.
• Bus transport for the day and evening shifts.

who are you
You describe yourself as handy and you have an eye for detail!

• You have knowledge of tools/cutting tools (drills, taps, milling cutters);
• You have previous experience with precision mechanical work;
• You work accurately according to work instructions;
• You have technical insight;
• Speaking and reading Dutch or English is not a problem for you.

what will you do
The tool room is the heart of the engine factory. In the machining department, various tools are used in the machines to perform metalworking operations. Examples include drilling, milling, and tapping. When these tools are no longer suitable, they are brought to the tool room.

In the tool room, these tools are repaired at a workbench. Small parts are exchanged here. This primarily involves precision mechanical work. Additionally, parts are rinsed clean. Tools are also resharpened in some areas. Finally, the tools are prepared and set to the correct length to return to the machining departments. This involves a large number of diverse tools. The work is carried out according to work instructions, with quality being of paramount importance.

The work is performed in a 3-shift system: day (7:00 AM - 3:30 PM), evening (3:30 PM - 12:00 AM), and night (12:00 AM - 7:00 AM). You will need your own transport for the night shift.

where will you work
Working at DAF: Your engine to the future!

DAF Trucks is not just a factory; it is the beating heart of the High Tech Campus region. On a gigantic site of 900,000 m² (about 125 football fields), we are building the transport world of tomorrow using state-of-the-art technology. The site is located just outside the center of Eindhoven.

Teamwork: You work together with over 7,000 proud colleagues in an international environment.

Innovation leader: Over the past 5 years, DAF has won the prestigious International Truck of the Year award no less than 3 times. Recently, the New Generation XF was also crowned Fleet Truck of the Year 2025.

Green frontrunner: Since 2025, series production of the fully electric DAF XD and XF Electric has been running at full speed in our brand-new Electric Truck Assembly.

job application
Do you have an eye for detail and do you think you can deliver any tool in perfect condition? Then apply for this vacancy immediately!