Description:
Our company is looking for a Tool Maker to join our team:
Key Responsibilities
Set up, program and operate mills machines, lathes, surface grinders and CNC
machining equipment by entering instructions, including zero and reference points
Must be able to read and work from CAD/CAM files, engineering drawings, sketches and
or verbal instructions to perform highly diversified EDM operations and specifications
Able to create and edit semi-complex programs using CAD/CAM systems and machine
controllers
Perform complex precision work to exacting tolerances and dimensions
Check work using precision inspection instruments and devices
Plan and construct intricate tools, fixtures and gauges to extremely close tolerances
Perform work in a safe manner, keeping tool room equipment clean and in safe working
condition
Ensure all work is undertaken to a high-quality standard and adhere to all quality
standard regulation
Take ownership of smaller less complex specific tool suite to develop and maintain
performance with minimal supervision
Ensure company targets are met in respect of quality of parts produced
Assisting in training workforce in proper setup and use of equipment/systems
Make minor repairs to machines as instructed by supervisor
Perform root cause analysis and resolve problems
Independently determine approach and assigned tasks
Understanding of production costs to include waste, downtime scrap and re-work
Requirements
Grade 12 with Math and Technical Drawing
Tool Maker Trade Test completed
Considerable previous tool making experience
Experience with tooling and adjusting speeds and feeds
Understanding manufacturing processes and engineering drawings
Ability to work independently and under pressure to maintain production targets
Planning and prioritizing workflow
Problem solving skills
Able to work as part of a team
Practical hands-on approach to problem solving
Wiling to work overtime when required
If you meet the above criteria, please forward your CV to the following email address:
truformtooling@gmail.com
Successful candidates will be contacted for an interview.
Salary to be discussed during interview.
Closing date: 31 January 2026
Position based in Brakpan.