Senior Toolmaker - Precision Moulds & Toolroom Expert

The Legends Agency; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 490 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading South African manufacturing firm located in Cape Town is seeking a Senior Toolmaker to oversee the manufacturing and maintenance of precision moulds and components. This role requires 10-15 years of experience and a strong knowledge of Toolroom machinery. The ideal candidate will ensure tooling accuracy and enhance production performance in a supportive environment focused on craftsmanship and safety.

Qualifications

• 10 to 15 years of experience as a Toolmaker within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of Toolroom machinery and tooling practices.
• Excellent problem-solving and fault-finding ability.

Responsibilities

• Operate all Toolroom machinery efficiently, cost-effectively, and safely.
• Manufacture, assemble, and repair precision moulds and related components from technical drawings.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and safe Toolroom environment at all times.

Skills

Toolroom machinery operation

Fault-finding and troubleshooting

Mould manufacturing

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Trade Tested Tool Jig and Die Maker (MERSETA)

N2 qualification

Job description

A leading South African manufacturing firm located in Cape Town is seeking a Senior Toolmaker to oversee the manufacturing and maintenance of precision moulds and components. This role requires 10-15 years of experience and a strong knowledge of Toolroom machinery. The ideal candidate will ensure tooling accuracy and enhance production performance in a supportive environment focused on craftsmanship and safety.