Toolmaker

Job Title: Toolmaker – Lenasia – JHB – South Africa
Job Summary / Purpose:
The Toolmaker is responsible for developing and manufacturing of new moulds, as well as diagnosing, repairing and/or modifying all
mould and tool related problems
Toolmaker:
Must have worked in a Plastic Injection Moulding tool room
CNC experience a must
10 Years + experience
Plastic / Packaging / FMCG Manufacturing Industry
Primary Responsibilities
Mould maintenance, repairs, modifications, etc – Planned and breakdown. Once a mould is completed, to be present during start up at the
machine to ensure mould runs as required, and quality is accepted and passed by QC
Tool maintenance and inspections during and between production runs
Attending promptly to machine stoppages or breakdowns in the production area
Maintaining quality of injection moulded products
Organising raw materials, tool and cutter selection, programming, setting up and operation of conventional machines, and other
equipment required to successfully complete jobs
Efficient operation of conventional lathes, milling machines, surface grinders, spark eroders, drill presses, bench grinders and any other
tools and equipment required for the job
Housekeeping of your working area and cleanliness of machines. Routine cleaning of machines monthly
Providing expertise on development work (Product and mould design)

Education and Experience
Grade 12 | Toolmaker Red Seal Trade Test | Edgecam | Haas control | Hurco control
Minimum 3 years’ experience in similar position.
Please send a copy of your cv to me