Tool Jig and Die-maker (Press Tools)

SUMMARY:
Leader in the field of precision mechanical manufacturing seeks to employ a suitably qualified and e

POSITION INFO:

Leader in the field of precision mechanical manufacturing seeks to employ a suitably qualified and experienced Tool Jig and Die-maker at their premises near Cape Town.

For the position you would be required to have:

• Trade tested Tool Jig and Die-maker ESSENTIAL
• Around 4 years'' experience in designing tools and fixtures for the manufacturing environment
• MUST HAVE PRESS TOOLS EXPERIENCE, NON-NEGOTIABLE
• Knowledge of Solid Edge and Edge Cam
• Knowledge and understand 2D and 3D computer aided design and manufacturing software (CAD/CAM)

Responsibilities would include you to:

• Responsible for making precision tools (such as jigs, moulds, dies and progression press tool assemblies)
• Special guides and holding devices, which are used in the manufacturing process to make products.
• Work with variety of materials including metals, alloys, plastics, and ceramics etc.
• Monitor tools produced to identify and implement any necessary modification and repairs.
• Monitor of tools used on the manufacturing line to ensure efficient run rates.
• Assembling, fitting, and repairing of tools.
• Working according to engineering drawings to measure and mark the design for a tool and/or part.
• Use hand tools such as files, hacksaws, grinders etc. and machinery such as lathes, presses, milling machines, CNC machines, tool & cutter grinders to cut and shape or form tools or parts.
• Use Precision measurement instruments such as micrometres, gauges, clocks, vernier callipers etc.
• Check parts and/or tools dimensions according drawing tolerances.
• Attending machine breakdowns to identify the root cause and solve the problem.
• Tool maintenance and compiling reports.

Please apply online or contact Jan van Dyk on 021 ------ for more information

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