Description:
Location:Cape Town, Western Cape
Requirements: Qualifications:
Grade 12 (Matric) Red Seal Toolmaker Essential Experience:20+ years experience in toolmaking or precision machining (strong hands-on background essential) Experience in a high-volume precision mechanical engineering environment Proven experience in machine setting, troubleshooting, and production problem solving Experience working on older mechanical gear cutting machines with strong understanding of machine behaviour under load Competent in milling machines, presses, pneumatic tooling, and hydraulic tools Programming knowledge (where applicable) with strong machine setup capability Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and deliver consistent, repeatable output Ability to interpret technical manuals and adopt new systems and methods
Key Responsibilities: Production Setup & Machine Operation
Collect and verify component layouts and production documentation Set up and troubleshoot specialised gear cutting machinery and second operations equipment Ensure first-off approval before batch production Minimise setup scrap and ensure proper segregation Achieve stable production aligned to engineering cycle time and capability targets Tooling, Equipment & MaintenanceManufacture, assemble, and maintain single-function tooling, press tools, milling fixtures, pneumatic tooling, and custom-built tooling Maintain and adjust older mechanical equipment, applying strong mechanical diagnostic skills Perform root cause analysis and corrective adjustments to stabilise process capability Conduct basic maintenance and escalate major breakdowns appropriately Ensure proper labelling, storage, and control of tools and Gear Hob sets Quality Control & Gauging
Collect gauges as per IMDS requirements and verify calibration status Read and interpret technical drawings, manuals, and machine documentation Submit first-off samples for inspection and act on quality feedback Identify trends in out-of-spec components and implement remedial actions Maintain high accuracy and consistent attention to detail throughout production runs Safety, Housekeeping & Continuous Improvement
Uphold safe working practices and maintain hazard-free work areas Maintain high 5S housekeeping standards Support continuous improvement in tooling, setups,
21 Feb 2026;
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