Trade Tested Tool and Die Maker (10+ Years’ Experience)

SUMMARY:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Trade Tested Tool and Die Maker with a minimum of 10 years’ experience in precision engineering, toolmaking, and the manufacturing of machine components and production tooling. The successful candidate will be responsible for building, repairing, modifying, and maintaining precision tools, dies, jigs, fixtures, moulds, and complex machine parts used in manufacturing and production environments.

The ideal candidate must possess strong machining, fabrication, fitting, and problem-solving abilities with extensive knowledge of conventional and CNC machinery, engineering drawings, tolerances, and precision measurements.

POSITION INFO:
Toolmaking & Precision Engineering

• Manufacture, repair, and maintain precision tools, dies, jigs, fixtures, moulds, and machine components.
• Build custom machine parts according to engineering drawings and specifications.
• Produce high-precision components within tight tolerances.
• Modify existing tooling and machine parts to improve efficiency and performance.
• Perform precision fitting and assembly of tooling components.
• Ensure tooling meets production and quality requirements.

• Operate CNC machinery where required.
• Perform manual machining and bench fitting operations.
• Conduct welding, brazing, and fabrication work where necessary.
• Manufacture replacement parts for breakdowns and maintenance requirements.

• Diagnose tooling and machine component failures.
• Conduct preventative maintenance on tooling and production equipment.
• Repair worn or damaged tooling to minimize downtime.
• Troubleshoot tooling-related production issues.
• Assist maintenance and engineering departments during breakdowns.

• Read and interpret technical drawings, CAD drawings, and blueprints.
• Work to extremely fine tolerances and precision standards.
• Use precision measuring equipment accurately.
• Ensure all components comply with ISO, safety, and quality standards.
• Maintain accurate documentation of repairs, modifications, and tooling history.

• Identify opportunities to improve tooling reliability and production efficiencies.
• Recommend engineering modifications and process improvements.
• Support lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist with prototype development and new product introductions.

• Trade Tested Tool and Die Maker (Red Seal) – must have
• N3 – N6 Mechanical Engineering qualification advantageous – must have
• CNC Programming certification advantageous – a nice to have
• CAD/CAM training advantageous – a nice to have

• Minimum 10 years’ experience as a Tool and Die Maker in a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Proven experience manufacturing machine parts and precision tooling.
• Experience within automotive, packaging, plastics, FMCG, mining, heavy engineering, or manufacturing industries advantageous.
• Extensive experience in precision machining and fitting.

• Turning
• Milling
• Grinding
• Drilling
• Boring
• Surface finishing
• Precision fitting
• Heat treatment processes
• Tool sharpening

• CNC machining and setup – not a must have, but a nice to have
• Ability to manufacture complex precision parts

• Vernier calipers
• Micrometers
• Dial indicators
• Bore gauges
• Height gauges
• Surface tables
• Precision measuring instruments

• Mechanical drawings
• Tooling drawings
• Assembly drawings
• Hydraulic and pneumatic diagrams
• Strong understanding of tolerances and fits.

• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Precision engineering expertise
• Toolroom best practices
• Advanced fault-finding abilities
• Strong fabrication knowledge
• Understanding of metallurgy and materials

• Automotive manufacturing
• Packaging machinery
• Plastics and injection moulding
• FMCG manufacturing
• Heavy engineering
• Mining equipment manufacturing
• Steel and metal processing
• Production machinery manufacturing