Cape Town City Centre: SENIOR SETTER

Senior Setter– CAPE TOWN Leader in the field of precision mechanical manufacturing seeks a Senior Setter at their premises in Cape Town For the position you would be required to have: Matric (Grade 12) Red Seal Toolmaker. 20 years in toolmaking or precision machining (strong hands?on background required). Previous experience in a high?volume precision mechanical engineering environment. Proven ability to set up and problem?solve within a production environment. Demonstrated capability working with older mechanical gear cutting machines and understanding machine behaviour under load. Competence in milling machines, presses, pneumatic tooling, and hydraulic tools. Ability to learn new systems, interpret manuals, and adopt new methods. Programming knowledge (where applicable) and strong setting knowledge. Able to work independently with minimal supervision and deliver reliable, repeatable output. Main Responsibilities (but not limited to these only) Production Setup & Operation Collect component layouts upon receipt of Production loading and verify all documentation is current. Set up and troubleshoot specialized gear cutting machinery and other second operations equipment. Set machines according to layout and component specification, ensuring first?off approval before batch production. Keep set?up scrap to a minimum and ensure it is clearly segregated from production components. Tooling, Equipment & Maintenance Manufacture, assemble, and maintain single?function tooling including press, basic milling fixtures pneumatic tooling, and purpose-built tooling. Maintain and adjust older mechanical equipment—requiring a deep understanding of mechanical movements and behaviours under load. Perform root cause checks and corrective adjustments on machines and tooling to stabilize process capability. Conduct basic maintenance and elevate more serious maintenance issues to the Team Leader or relevant department timeously. Ensure all tools and Gear Hob sets are labelled and stored correctly; proactively request/order relevant tools or parts. Quality, Gauging & Documentation Collect all relevant gauges from the gauge room as per IMDS requirements and ensure calibration status is valid. Read, understand, and apply information from technical manuals and machine documentation. Submit first?off samples to inspection and act on feedback promptly. Identify out?of?spec trends and implement remedial actions (adjustments, tool maintenance, parameter optimization). Uphold high accuracy and consistent attention to detail throughout production runs. Safety, Housekeeping & Continuous Improvement Ensure operational areas are safe and hazard?free; always uphold safe working practices. Maintain high housekeeping standards (5S) and participate in safety audits. Support continuous improvement in tooling, setups, cycle times, changeovers, and workflow; contribute to standardization of best practices. Transfer knowledge and support less experienced operators through structured training and coaching. Communication & Collaboration Communicate effectively with Team Leader and operators regarding status, issues, and improvement opportunities. Provide clear updates on setups, first?off results, deviations, and corrective actions. Please apply online or contact David on 021 – 531 2015 for more information.