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 tool, 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 Qualifications/Experience Required

Grade 12 and NQF Level 5 qualification
Qualified Tool and Jig maker
Minimum 4 years’ experience as Toolmaker within an automotive environment
Minimum 2 years Tool, Jig and Die repair experience