Toolmaker

Overview

Our client in the automotive industry is seeking a Toolmaker to join their team.

Purpose of the job

To manufacture and repair injection moulding tools for production of quality products.

Minimum Requirements

• Qualified Toolmaker
• Grade 12 or technical grade 12 would be an advantage.
• Completed N2 Certificate
• 2 - 4 years post apprenticeship related experience essential
• Manufacturing Industry experience
• Minimum technical knowledge required to perform the job successfully

Additional Requirements

• Proficiency in mechanical engineering principles.
• Proficient in project management methodologies and tools, with a track record of successfully delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
• Ability to work 3-shift system
• Driver’s licence.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Manufacture and repair mould, general tooling and fixtures.
• Polish and assemble tooling.
• Design tooling when required.
• Operate machines such as lathes, milling machines, grinders, etc.
• Interprets tooling and component drawings correctly.
• Investigates and analyses tooling and moulding problems.
• Commission and monitor tooling when required.
• Adheres to laid down safety regulations and practices.
• Observes all company policies and procedures.
• Carries out any reasonable instruction requested by superiors.
• CNC milling operations would be an advantage.