💼 Full-Time Position

Toolmaker

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University of Fort Hare
📍 mkhambathini local municipality, kwazulu natal, South-Africa
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Location
mkhambathini local municipality, South-Africa
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Posted
June 22, 2026
Type
Full-Time
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Full-Time Opportunity: This is a permanent, full-time position with a competitive package and real career growth potential.

Job Description

Engineering / Technical / Production / Manufacturing / Motor

Warehousing / Logistics / Manufacturing

We are currently looking for a Toolmaker who will be responsible for designing, manufacturing, repairing, and maintaining precision tools, dies, jigs, fixtures, and moulds used in the plastic manufacturing process. The role ensures production equipment operates efficiently, safely, and to the required quality standards.

Qualifications

  • Trade qualification as a Toolmaker (Red Seal or equivalent preferred)
  • 3–5 years’ experience in a toolroom or manufacturing environment (plastics industry advantage)
  • Strong knowledge of injection moulds and plastic manufacturing processes
  • CNC machining and conventional machining skills
  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
  • Competent in precision measuring instruments
  • Attention to detail and high precision work
  • Problem‑solving and fault‑finding ...