Toolmaker

Bay Recruitment; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Gqeberha is seeking a qualified Toolmaker to repair and maintain press tools and machinery. The ideal candidate will have strong fault-finding skills, experience in a metal processing environment, and the ability to work independently. This role offers the chance to contribute to important projects and ensure high-quality standards within production.

Qualifications

• Qualified Toolmaker with 3 years experience required.
• Matric/Grade 12 or equivalent educational qualification.
• Experience in metal processing environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain press tools to minimize downtime.
• Perform root cause analysis and resolve equipment faults.
• Manufacture new tooling and ancillary spares.

Skills

Fault-finding skills

Analytical skills

Good communication skills

Ability to read technical drawings

Education

Matric/Grade 12 or equivalent

Qualified Toolmaker with 3 years experience

Tools

CNC Machines

Press tools

Surface grinding

Milling

Lathe

Job description

Key Performance Areas (duties & Responsibilities)

• Repair and maintain press tools
• Routine servicing and regrinding of tools
• Attend breakdowns, identify faults and problem solve at the press with minimal downtime to aid production
• Evaluate each job and determine if it can be repaired in press or must be removed to Tool Room for essential maintenance and repair work
• Estimate length of time required to complete a job and likely consequences of failure to complete work within required timescales
• Identify and escalate any activity that has the potential to cause harm or damage
• Report breakdown root causes, equipment faults and concerns to management
• Perform root cause analysis and resolve problems
• Ensure all work is undertaken to a high-quality standard and adheres to all quality standards
• Identify spares requirements, upkeep of stock levels and log usage
• Support new project tooling from commissioning stages through to start of production
• Manufacture new tooling and ancillary spares to support production activity and customer deadlines
• Document and update die history and other work records
• Carry out engineering level changes to tools and modifications
• Be actively involved in improvement activities to support the achievement of departmental and company objectives
  
  

Academic Qualifications

• Matric/ Grade 12 or equivalent
• Qualified Toolmaker with 3 years qualified experience
  
  

Experience

• Computer skills will be advantageous
• Previous experience in a metal processing environment will be advantageous
• Understanding of manufacturing processes
• Understanding of Lean manufacturing
• Strong fault-finding skills.
• KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
• Must be able to read technical, electrical and mechanical drawings.
• Must be able to work independently and be accountable for tasks assigned.
• Ability to plan and priorities activities.
• Ability to present data effectively.
• Analytical skills.
• Ability to work on own initiative
• Must be qualified to work at heights.
• Good communication skills with contractors / suppliers.
• Good understanding of customer deliverables
  
  

Behavioural Competencies

• Adhere to company policies, principles and values.
• Build interpersonal tolerance and teamwork practices.
• Be a team player.
• Able to work with minimum supervision.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions.
• Be prepared to work overtime and shifts when required.
• Must do standby and call out bi-weekly
  
  

Desired Skills

• Toolmaker
• Surface grinding
• CNC Machines
• Press tools
• Milling
• Lathe
  
  

Desired Work Experience

• 5 to 10 years