Senior ToolMaker

Engineering / Technical / Production / Manufacturing / Motor

South Africa - Western Cape , Cape Town - South (Athlone, Ottery, Philippi)

Our client in the manufacturing industry is seeking an experienced Senior Toolmaker to join their team in Ottery, Cape Town.

Ottery, Cape Town

• Grade 12 (Matric)
• Trade Tested Tool, Jig & Die Maker (MERSETA)
• Minimum N2 qualification
• 10-15 years' experience (or more) as a Toolmaker within the manufacturing industry
• Extensive experience working with Toolroom equipment and machinery
• Strong knowledge of plastics processing and mould maintenance
• Vast experience in all types of mould maintenance and related components
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings and technical schematics
• Advanced fault finding and analytical problem-solving skills
• Sound knowledge of Health & Safety regulations and safe working procedures
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
• High level of emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills

• Operate all Toolroom machinery efficiently, cost-effectively and safely
• Manufacture and maintain moulds, tooling and related engineering components
• Ensure all Toolroom equipment and machinery are maintained in good working order
• Maintain stock of machining and cutting tools

• Manufacture and repair moulds and related components with precision from technical drawings
• Conduct fault finding and troubleshooting on moulds and tooling
• Assess tooling returned from production and trigger work orders where required
• Assist with mould design input and manufacturing improvements
• Prioritise schedules according to production requirements
• Liaise with management regarding production discrepancies

• Report according to performance standards and deadlines
• Maintain responsibility for the machine shop and its contents
• Ensure proper documentation and reporting of Toolroom activities

• Train and mentor Tool, Jig & Die apprentices
• Support skills transfer and technical development within the Toolroom

• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety standards
• Maintain housekeeping standards within the Toolroom
• Apply GMP and Food Safety Management System (FSMS) standards

• Drive process improvements and technical innovation
• Maintain strong communication with production and technical teams
• Uphold company quality standards and best practices

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