Toolmaker

Staff Solutions; Kariega; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in South Africa is seeking a skilled Toolmaker to maintain and repair injection moulding tools. The ideal candidate will have a relevant trade qualification and 3-5 years of experience in toolmaking. Responsibilities include setting up various machines and collaborating with production teams to enhance tooling efficiency. This role offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with a focus on precision engineering.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in a toolmaker role.
• Proficiency in interpreting engineering drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, and service injection moulding tools used in production.
• Set up and operate conventional lathes, milling machines, surface grinders.
• Conduct measurements and inspections using precision instruments.

Skills

Toolmaking

Precision Engineering

Reading technical drawings

Using precision measuring instruments

Education

Relevant trade qualification in Toolmaking or Precision Engineering

Job description

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, and service injection moulding tools used in production.
• Set up and operate conventional lathes, milling machines, surface grinders.
• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and CAD files for tooling components.
• Conduct measurements and inspections using precision instruments such as micrometers, calipers, gauges, and CMMs.
• Troubleshoot tooling issues and perform root cause analysis to identify and correct problems.
• Collaborate with design, production, and maintenance teams to ensure tools meet production needs.
• Modify tooling for efficiency improvements and design enhancements.
• Maintain accurate records of tool maintenance and usage.
• Follow safety procedures and ensure all tools comply with health and safety regulations.

Qualifications

• A relevant trade qualification in Toolmaking, Precision Engineering and/or related field.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in a toolmaker role.
• Proficient in reading technical drawings.
• Skilled in the use of precision measuring instruments.