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Senior ToolMaker

Executive Placements
Whittlesea Full-day Full-time

Description:

Location:Isando, Gauteng

Requirements:

Grade 12 (Matric) Trade Tested Tool, Jig & Die Maker (MERSETA) Minimum N2 qualification 1015 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

Key Responsibilities: Toolroom Operations

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 & Repair of Moulds
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 Reporting & Administration
Report according to performance standards and deadlines Maintain responsibility for the machine shop and its contents Ensure proper documentation and reporting of Toolroom activities Mentorship
Train and mentor Tool, Jig & Die apprentices Support skills transfer and technical development within the Toolroom Health, Safety & Compliance
Ensure compliance with Health & Safety standards Maintain housekeeping standards within the Toolroom Apply GMP and Food Safety Management System (FSMS) standards Continuous Improvement
Drive process improvements and technical innovation Maintain strong communication with production and technical teams Uphold company quality standards and best practices

How to Apply:


18 Feb 2026;   from: gumtree.co.za

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