Western Cape: Toolmaker posted by West Coast Personnel

• Support the injection moulding process where plastic is melted and injected under high pressure into mould cavities.
• Maintain and service moulds used to manufacture solid, complex plastic components (e.g. automotive parts, electronic components, caps, consumer products).

Blow Moulding (BM)

• Maintain and repair moulds used in blow moulding processes for hollow plastic products (e.g. containers, drums, large jugs).

Tooling & Maintenance

• Perform preventative maintenance on moulds in line with the maintenance schedule.
• Inspect mould condition and report on wear, defects, and required replacement parts.
• Repair moulds and fit replacement parts and spares.
• Strip and repair plastic injection systems.
• Service and repair hot runner systems, including replacement of faulty or damaged electrical components.
• Complete production readiness checks, including:
• Water leak testing
• Heater and thermocouple (TC) testing
• Ensure moulds operate optimally, with all slideways and moving parts correctly lubricated.
• Minimise mould downtime through efficient fault-finding and repairs.

Administration & Compliance

• Complete daily administrative and maintenance records.
• Adhere 100% to planned preventative maintenance schedules.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and follow work instructions accurately.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping and safety at all times.

Minimum Requirements

• Qualified Tool, Jig and Die Maker (passed recognised trade test).
• Strong expertise in plastics toolmaking (plastic injection moulds essential).
• Proven experience in plastic mould maintenance and repair.
• Minimum 5–8 years’ relevant industry experience.
• At least 3 years’ hands-on experience in mould repair techniques.
• Strong ability to read and interpret technical drawings.

This role suits a skilled, hands-on toolmaker who takes pride in quality, precision, and keeping production tools operating at peak performance.