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About Artisan Careers

Artisan Careers is a pioneering platform for professionally qualified & skilled Artisanal tradespersons. We proactively source, screen top candidates through our talent pipeline development process for top employers and create access to career opportunities.

Why Choose Toolmaker as a Career Pathway ?

A career as a toolmaker involves the precise and skilled creation, modification, and maintenance of specialized tools, dies, molds, and fixtures used in manufacturing processes. Toolmakers use a range of machine tools, including lathes, mills, and grinders, to produce highly accurate components based on detailed technical drawings and specifications. Possible career pathways: Tool Design Engineer, Quality Control Inspector, CNC Machinist/Programmer, Tooling Consultant, Manufacturing Engineer, Technical Sales Specialist, Training Instructor.

Core Responsibilities 

• Perform routine maintenance on tools and machinery to ensure optimal performance.
• Attending to breakdowns and identifying the cause.
• Maintain accurate records of tool designs, maintenance activities, and repairs.
• Using machinery such as grinders to cut and shape the tools.
• Inspect finished tools and components for accuracy.
• Following engineering drawings to produce tools according to specific designs.
• Create and maintain detailed documentation of maintenance activities.

Minimum Qualifications & Experience

• Grade 12 or equivalent N3 in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Toolmaking.
• Trade Certificate in Toolmaking and a minimum of 3 years as a Toolmaker.
• Understanding of technical drawings and schematics.
• Knowledge of manufacturing, tooling, cutting tools, and machine parts.

Core Competencies 

• Precision Machining Skills: Must have expert knowledge in operating and maintaining various machine tools such as lathes, mills, and grinders.
• Tool Design and Fabrication: Understanding materials and processes to select the appropriate tools and techniques for the job.
• Problem-Solving and Troubleshooting: Diagnosing problems with tools, machinery, or designs, and implementing effective solutions to ensure that tools function correctly and meet quality standards.

Join our Talent Pipeline, Register or Apply

For secure registration, application, or to join our talent pipeline, visit our career page at Artisan Careers. Artisan Careers is a division of Think-Career™ Group and a proud member of APSO.

Disclaimer

At Artisan Careers, we will ensure that no job applicant receives less favourable treatment because of their gender, marital or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, colour, race, ethnic origin, religion, disability, or age; nor be disadvantaged by any other conditions or requirements which are irrelevant.