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Key ResponsibilitiesToolmaking & Precision Engineering
- Manufacture, repair, and maintain precision tools, dies, jigs, fixtures, moulds, and machine
components.
- Build custom machine parts according to engineering drawings and specifications.
- Produce high-precision components within tight tolerances.
- Modify existing tooling and machine parts to improve efficiency and performance.
- Perform precision fitting and assembly of tooling components.
- Ensure tooling meets production and quality requirements.
Machining & Manufacturing
- Operate conventional machinery including:
o Lathe machines
o Milling machines
o Surface grinders
o Cylindrical grinders
o Radial arm drills
o Tool and cutter grinders
- Operate CNC machinery where required.
- Perform manual machining and bench fitting operations.
- Conduct welding, brazing, and fabrication work where necessary.
- Manufacture replacement parts for breakdowns and maintenance requirements.
Maintenance & Repairs
- Diagnose tooling and machine component failures.
- Conduct preventative maintenance on tooling and production equipment.
- Repair worn or damaged tooling to minimize downtime.
- Troubleshoot tooling-related production issues.
- Assist maintenance and engineering departments during breakdowns.
Quality & Technical Compliance
- Read and interpret technical drawings, CAD drawings, and blueprints.
- Work to extremely fine tolerances and precision standards.
- Use precision measuring equipment accurately.
- Ensure all components comply with ISO, safety, and quality standards.
- Maintain accurate documentation of repairs, modifications, and tooling history.
Continuous Improvement
- Identify opportunities to improve tooling reliability and production efficiencies.
- Recommend engineering modifications and process improvements.
- Support lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Assist with prototype development and new product introductions.
Minimum Requirements Qualifications
- Trade Tested Tool and Die Maker (Red Seal) – must have
- N3 – N6 Mechanical Engineering qualification advantageous – must have
- CNC Programming certification advantageous – a nice to have
- CAD/CAM training advantageous – a nice to have
Experience
- Minimum 10 years’ experience as a Tool and Die Maker in a manufacturing or engineering
environment.
- Proven experience manufacturing machine parts and precision tooling.
- Experience within automotive, packaging, plastics, FMCG, mining, heavy engineering, or
manufacturing industries advantageous.
- Extensive experience in precision machining and fitting.
Technical Skills Required Precision Machining Skills
The candidate must have strong practical experience in:
- Turning
- Milling
- Grinding
- Drilling
- Boring
- Surface finishing
- Precision fitting
- Heat treatment processes
- Tool sharpening
CNC & Technical Skills
- CNC machining and setup – not a must have, but a nice to have
- Ability to manufacture complex precision parts
Measurement & Inspection Skills
Must be highly competent in using:
- Vernier calipers
- Micrometers
- Dial indicators
- Bore gauges
- Height gauges
- Surface tables
- Precision measuring instruments
Drawing Interpretation
- Ability to read and interpret:
o Mechanical drawings
o Tooling drawings
o Assembly drawings
o Hydraulic and pneumatic diagrams
- Strong understanding of tolerances and fits.
Key Competencies Technical Competencies
- Strong mechanical aptitude
- Precision engineering expertise
- Toolroom best practices
- Advanced fault-finding abilities
- Strong fabrication knowledge
- Understanding of metallurgy and materials
Soft Skills
- Excellent problem-solving ability
- Attention to detail
- Ability to work under pressure
- Strong planning and organizational skills
- Good communication skills
- Ability to work independently and within a team
- High level of workmanship and pride in quality
Preferred Industry Experience
Experience in one or more of the following industries would be advantageous:
- Automotive manufacturing
- Packaging machinery
- Plastics and injection moulding
- FMCG manufacturing
- Heavy engineering
- Mining equipment manufacturing
- Steel and metal processing
- Production machinery manufacturing
Physical Requirements
- Ability to work in a physically demanding engineering environment.
- Comfortable working with heavy machinery and tooling equipment.
- Willingness to work overtime and standby when required.
Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Tooling downtime reduction
- Quality of manufactured components
- Accuracy and precision of tooling
- Machine uptime support
- Breakdown response times
- Tooling reliability improvements
- Scrap and defect reduction
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