Primary purpose of the job

Reporting to the Toolroom Team Leader, this position requires the services of an individual to manufacture, repair, maintain and modify tools, jigs and dies to ensure that customer and company quality standards are met.

Key Performance Areas

Manufacture, repair, maintain and modify tools, jigs and dies to customer and company requirement.

Knowledge required.

Toolmaking Techniques

Tool, die and jig repair and maintenance

Manufacturing processes

Basic understanding of quality systems

Tic and Arc welding of tool steel and cast iron

Skills Required

Communication

Decision making

Read tool parts and drawings

Problem solving

Consistent inspection

Minimum Requirements                                                                                  

Grade 12 and NQF Level 5 qualification

Qualified Tool and Jig maker

Minimum 4 years’ experience as Toolmaker within an automotive environment