Tool, Jig & Die Maker

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NES027105/Wes

Date posted:

Wednesday, July 15, 2026

Location:

Pinetown, South Africa

Salary:

336000 Annually

SUMMARY:

Tool, Jig & Die Maker

Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Behind every flawless production run is someone who understands that precision isn't an accident.
It's engineered.
It's measured.
It's built by skilled hands that can transform an idea on a drawing into a tool that performs thousands of times without compromise.
If you're a Tool, Jig & Die Maker who takes pride in craftsmanship, thrives on solving complex manufacturing challenges, and understands the impact that quality tooling has on production performance, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for.
Our client, a well-established manufacturing business in Durban, is looking for an experienced professional to join their toolroom team and contribute to the design, manufacture, maintenance, and continuous improvement of critical production tooling.

POSITION INFO:

Your Key Responsibilities

Design and manufacture tools, jigs, dies, moulds, and fixtures
Interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications
Modify, repair, and optimise existing tooling
Diagnose and resolve tooling-related issues within production environments
Construct and maintain dies for plastic injection moulding and press operations
Collaborate with engineering and production teams to improve tooling performance
Ensure precision, accuracy, and quality standards are consistently maintained
Maintain toolroom safety, organisation, and technical documentation

What We're Looking For

Qualified Tool, Jig & Die Maker
Minimum 5 years' experience within a toolmaking environment
Experience in plastic injection moulding and/or press tooling and stamping operations
Strong knowledge of tool design and manufacturing processes
Experience operating EDM spark erosion and wire cutting equipment
Skilled in conventional machining, including turret milling, lathe turning, and surface grinding
Proficiency in CAD/CAM software
Familiarity with CNC machining environments
Sound understanding of injection moulding processes
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Why Join This Opportunity?

You'll become part of a business where technical expertise is valued and precision engineering drives success. This role offers exposure to diverse tooling projects, the opportunity to influence production efficiency, and a clear path for growth within a professional manufacturing environment.
When others see a finished product, you'll know the story behind it.
The precision.
The craftsmanship.
The tooling that made it possible.
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