Toolmaker

University of Fort Hare; Kariega, Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in South Africa is seeking an experienced Toolmaker to join their team in Port Elizabeth. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years’ experience in toolmaking and maintenance, along with a Matric qualification and Trade Test certification. This role involves manufacturing tooling, performing repairs, and supporting production activities. A basic salary of R27 000 is offered, with application instructions provided.

Qualifications

• Matric / Grade 12 qualification is a minimum requirement.
• Trade Test as a Qualified Toolmaker (N5) is essential.
• At least 3 years’ experience in technical maintenance and toolmaking.

Responsibilities

• Manufactures new tooling and spares for production.
• Performs routine servicing and maintenance on tools.
• Reports breakdowns and equipment faults.

Skills

Computer Literacy

Knowledge of maintenance practices

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Matric / Grade 12

Trade Test: Qualified Toolmaker (N5)

Tools

Tool-room machinery (lathes, mills)

SAP

ERP Systems

Job description

Job Overview

Our Client is seeking a Toolmaker to join their company in Port Elizabeth.

Requirements

• Matric / Grade 12 (minimum)
• Trade Test: Qualified Toolmaker (N5)
• 3 years’ Technical, Maintenance and Toolmaking experience in a manufacturing environment
• 3 years minimum experience in the use of tool-room machinery (lathes, mills, etc.)

Essential Knowledge and Required Skills

• Computer Literacy (Basic MS Office, SAP, ERP Systems and other job-specific software systems).
• Knowledge of relevant maintenance practices/designs/methodologies / SOPs.
• Housekeeping and safety principles

Job Duties

Toolmaking Duties

• Manufactures new tooling and additional spares to support production activity and customer deadlines.
• Takes ownership of a smaller, less complex specific tool suite to develop and maintain performance with minimal supervision.
• Identifies spares requirements and log usage.
• Supports new project tooling from commissioning stages through to the start of production.
• Assists in tooling buyoffs and trials.
• Keeps up with current and developing manufacturing and engineering trends regarding tool making and contributes to studies to determine best practices/designs and future trends.
• Records all relevant data in relation to tooling and records on the Tool Room database.

Maintenance and Production Support

• Performs routine servicing, repairs and maintenance on production line tooling, jigs, moulds and fixtures.
• Attends to breakdowns, carries out Planned Preventive Maintenance, and Root Maintenance services performed on tools and spares within set timeframes.
• Root cause analysis performed.
• Engineering level changes and modifications to tools are completed within set timeframes.
• Potential failures and impact on production downtime are considered.
• Test and confirm the hydraulic/pneumatic operation of tools before returning to production.
• Attends various meetings and takes action/communicates instructions. Supports Artisans and Operators and trains staff within own work group.

Attributes

• Proactive.
• Action-oriented.
• Problem-solving and Analytical skills.
• Flexibility.
• Planning and Organising.
• Customer Focused.
• Resilient.
• Communication skills

Reporting and Administration

• Identifies and escalates any activity that has the potential to cause harm or damage.
• Reports breakdowns of root causes, equipment faults, lost time, accidents, and management concerns.
• Documents and updates work records.

Salary

Basic of: R27 000

How to apply

1. Follow the link to our jobseeker’s page- https://measuredability.com/jobs/
2. Search for the job title.
3. Click Apply to submit your CV.