Toolmaker

ExecutivePlacements.com - The JOB Portal; East London; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive company in East London seeks a Toolmaker to manufacture and maintain tools for automotive production. Candidates must have a qualified Toolmaker trade and proven experience in a manufacturing environment. This role demands precise work from engineering drawings and hands-on experience with both manual and CNC machines. Join a dynamic team and contribute to innovative tooling solutions.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Toolmaker in an automotive or Tier 1 manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting engineering drawings (GD&T).
• Hands-on experience with manual and CNC machinery.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture, repair, and maintain a range of tools, jigs, fixtures, dies, and gauges.
• Work from detailed technical drawings and CAD files to tight tolerances.
• Troubleshoot and refurbish tools for automated production lines.

Skills

Toolmaking

CNC machining

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Matric

Qualified Toolmaker trade

Tools

Manual and CNC machines

Job description

Recruiter:

Staff Solutions Recruitment

Job Ref:

E.L002862/BG

Date posted:

Thursday, July 3, 2025

Location:

East london, South Africa

Salary:

Negotiable Monthly

SUMMARY:

Opportunity Available!! Our leading client in the Automotive Sector is looking to employ a Toolmaker to join their dynamic team in East London.

POSITION INFO:

Job Responsibilities:

• Manufacture, repair, and maintain a range of tools, jigs, fixtures, dies, and gauges used in automotive production
• Work from detailed technical drawings and CAD files to tight tolerances
• Operate manual and CNC machines
• Troubleshoot and refurbish tools for metal stamping, plastic injection, or high-volume automated production lines
• Support new tooling launches and modifications for model changes
• Ensure all tooling meets quality, safety, and dimensional accuracy standards
• Collaborate with maintenance, production, and engineering teams to resolve tooling issues and optimize performance
  
  

Job Requirements:

• Matric
• Qualified Toolmaker trade
• Proven experience as a Toolmaker in an automotive or Tier 1 manufacturing environment
• Proficient in reading and interpreting engineering drawings (GD&T)
• Hands-on experience with manual and CNC machinery
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team