Introduction
The Team
Materials and Industries
 

It's important to know that when making a decision to choosing the right company for the job the staff that they employ are experienced each in their own specific field. At Helix Tool Company we pride ourselves on our staff and their roles. Please browse through our staff profiles to help make that decision for you.


charles robinson - managing director


Charles Robinson
Co. Founder

After leaving college at the age of 17 Charles began his career with a local engineers cutting tool specialist. During this time Charles gained a very comprehensive knowledge of all cutting tools and their application. At the age of 21 Charles decided to leave this company to further his career and knowledge of cutting tools and became the area sales manager for northern england for a UK based manufacturer of Carbide cutting tools. Charles was now responsible for managing a large distribution network and end user customer base, providing technical advice on tool selection and cutting data. It was during this time that Charles recognised a demand for independent distributors, promoting branded quality products. In 1994 Helix Tool Company Limited was born.


louise robinson - financial director


Louise Robinson
Co. Founder

Prior to managing the finances at Helix Tool Company Limited Louise worked within the private industry in the capital planning and investment appraisal department. From here Louise then went on to further her career within a local health authority working within management accounts. Louise then continued to progress with her education and whilst studying louise gained many business and accountancy qualifications including a HND in Business & Finance. With Louise's experience her sound management of Helix Tool Co. accounts has put the company in a very strong trading position. This has facilitated managed growth without exposure to unnecessary risk.



eddie king - operations manager


Eddie King
Operations Director

Eddie started as an internal sales engineer at Helix in June 1997. He is responsible for identification and procurement of cutting tools to suit each customers requirements. Eddie is committed to achieving the most excellent service possible by ensuring the correct goods are delivered on time and at a competitive price. Eddie also keeps up to date with the latest innovations in cutting tool geometries, grades etc. giving him a technical knowledge which allows him to apply the correct tooling to suit each particular application. Eddie has successfully completed a number of training programmers with some of the most technically advanced cutting tool manufacturers on the market.



john smith - technical manager


John Smith
Sales Director

John Smith joined Helix Tool Company, in April 2004. He brought with him a wealth of experience gained through many years within the engineering industry. John’s career began in Sheffield in 1976 as an apprentice turner. Continuing to gain hands on knowledge of most machining disciplines he gained an advanced CNC programming accreditation. In 1998, he joined a well established UK manufacturer of cutting tools as an applications engineer. John’s wealth of experience gave his customers piece of mind that he was able to offer them the best advice on all applications. John’s position enables him to provide all our customers with the best tools for the job selected from a portfolio of globally recognised quality branded products. Helix’s commitment to selling branded cutting tools convinced him that joining the team was the right decision for him.



mick wainman - sales and applications engineer Mick Wainman
Sales and Applications Engineer

Mick, like the rest of the team is dedicated to providing the end user with the very best customer service. Mick served his time as an apprentice engineer with a large manufacturing group in Bradford West Yorkshire. With many years of hands on experience in the manufacturing industry Mick transferred his talents to become an Applications Sales Engineer in 1997. Working for distribution and supporting a varied network of customers, he has gained a broad knowledge of cutting tools and their application. Mick is able to select tooling based on customer requirements from the array of branded suppliers to get the best tool for the job.



shirley clay - sales/marketing co-ordinator


Shirley Clay
Sales/Marketing Co-ordinator


Shirley Clay has gained a wealth of experience in the field of service improvement. Shirley's previous experience with two of the U.Ks largest blue chip companies involved identifying customer needs, developing and implementing systems and procedures to improve service delivery to the end user. Shirley joined Helix in 1996 and welcomed the challenge of a new and exciting company. She quickly became focused on marketing and service, building strong working relationships with suppliers and customers, Shirley is constantly reviewing the company's marketing portfolio - ensuring customers are continually up dated on new innovations and cutting tool technologies.


helen parsons - sales/purchase ledger


Helen Parsons
Sales/Purchase Ledger


Helen Parsons joined Helix Tool Company direct from college in 1996. Helen has gained a huge amount of experience in all aspects of engineering distribution in this time. This includes stock control, goods inwards and outwards, internal sales and accounts. Helen's willingness to learn all aspects of Helix tool Company has made her an invaluable member of the team. Helens duties include stock control, sales/purchase ledger and timed delivery management.


george zommerfield - warehouse/deliveries


George Zommerfield
Warehouse/Deliveries


George has many years experience in delivering the best in customer service. Georges’ main responsibilities at Helix Tool Company are to ensure all van delivery targets are met daily for all existing and new customers. Importantly George can liaise with all our customers on a regular basis providing essential feedback to the team at H.T.C.


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