Lenasia: Shift Toolmaker Lenasia posted by Jobs 4 All

January 20, 2026 Jobs in Gauteng

Jobs 4 All

Gauteng

Engineering Management

Job Description

About the Role

The Toolmaker is responsible for diagnosing, repairing, modifying, and maintaining all moulds and tooling to ensure optimal production performance. The role also includes the development and manufacture of new moulds when required, while ensuring product quality, safety compliance, and adherence to the Toolroom Mandate.

Key Responsibilities

Perform planned and breakdown maintenance on moulds.
Attend mould start-ups at machines to ensure correct operation and product quality approval by QC.
Modify and repair moulds as required to maintain specification standards.
Stop machines when required to clean shut-off faces, check wear pad screws and shims, inspect stripper plate screws, inspect tamper slides, handle hole slides, and other moving components, inspect ejector couplings, inspect nozzle-to-sprue bush contact area for leaks, verify correct operation and settings of mould temperature controllers, grease wear pads, guide pins, and all required moving parts, update and verify date stamps.
Completely strip moulds.
Clean all plates and components.
Replace o-rings, cap screws, broken springs.
Inspect hot runner systems for leaks or loose tips, shut-off faces for wear or damage, wear pads and shims (replace wear pads if shim stock exceeds 1 mm).
Repair damaged plates or components, replace or repair broken mould parts.
Test and restore support air, core tip air, air valves, lubricate all moving components, reassemble moulds correctly, test all basic functions (water, air, hot runner systems) prior to release.

Requirements

Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar position.
Minimum 3 years’ experience working with plastic injection moulding machines.

Qualifications

No formal education or certification mentioned.

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About Engineering Management Jobs in Gauteng

Engineering management positions are an integral part of various industries in Gauteng, South Africa, typically encompassing a blend of technical expertise and leadership skills. Generally, these roles involve overseeing the development, implementation, and maintenance of engineering projects, often within companies operating in sectors such as technology, manufacturing, or financial services. In this context, job seekers with experience in engineering management can expect to find diverse opportunities that cater to their skill sets.

Typically, salaries for engineering management positions in Gauteng fall within broad ranges, generally starting from around R800 000 to R1.2 million per annum, depending on factors such as the candidate’s level of experience, the company size and industry sector. However, it is essential to note that actual salaries can vary significantly based on these factors, and job seekers should research specific companies and roles to understand more accurate salary expectations.

Common skills for engineering management positions in Gauteng often include strong technical knowledge, particularly in areas like mechanical, electrical, or civil engineering; leadership and project management expertise; excellent communication and interpersonal skills; experience with lean manufacturing principles or other process improvement methodologies; proficiency in design software such as Autodesk or SolidWorks; and a solid understanding of regulatory requirements and industry standards. Additionally, many engineers in these roles also possess experience with business operations, finance, or supply chain management.

Various industries commonly employ engineering managers, including the technology industry, financial services sector, manufacturing sector, and mining industry. Job seekers who have experience working in these sectors often find themselves well-positioned for such roles. In terms of career development, many engineers in this field choose to move into senior leadership positions or assume more strategic roles within their organisations. Others may pursue further education and training to specialise in specific areas like engineering management or supply chain management, while still others might opt for entrepreneurship or start-ups.

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This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.

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