Toolmaker
Automotive ~ Manufacturing
Port Elizabeth – Eastern Cape – South Africa
We seek a skilled and quality-focused Toolmaker to join the production team and take ownership of toolroom support activities across tooling, jigs, moulds, and fixtures. This role plays a critical part in supporting operations through timely repairs, maintenance, and manufacturing of tooling components. You will bring hands-on experience with tool-room machinery, a strong maintenance background, and a proactive, problem-solving mindset.
You will work independently in a structured environment to ensure tooling quality, uptime, and compliance with engineering and safety standards. If you are action-oriented, customer-focused, and ready to contribute to a high-performance manufacturing environment, this is your opportunity to grow.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Matric
- Trade Test: Toolmaker (NQF 5)
Experience:
- Up to 3 years’ experience in Technical, Maintenance, and Toolmaking within a manufacturing setting
- Minimum 3 years’ hands-on experience operating tool-room equipment (lathes, mills, etc.)
Technical Skills:
- Basic MS Office, SAP/ERP systems
- Knowledge of maintenance standards, designs, and SOPs
- Safety and housekeeping principles
Preferred:
- Exposure to root cause analysis and preventative maintenance practices
- Familiarity with 5S methodology and engineering change processes
