The Toolmaker is responsible for diagnosing, repairing and/or modifying all mould and tool related problems, as well as developing and manufacturing new moulds from time to time.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Mould maintenance, repairs, modifications, etc – Planned and breakdown. Once a mould is completed, to be present during start-up at the machine to ensure mould runs as required, and quality is accepted and passed by QC.
• Tool inspections during production runs. These include:
• Stopping machine to clean shut-off faces.
• Check wear pad screws and shims.
• Check screws on stripper plate.
• Check screws on tamper slides, handle holes slides and any other moving parts.
• Inspect contact area between machine nozzle and mould sprue bush for any leaks.
• Ensure mould temperature control box is working properly and set correctly.
• Grease wear pads and guide pins, and any other moving parts necessary.
• Check and update date stamp.
• Tool maintenance between production runs. These include:
• Stripping the mould completely.
• Cleaning all parts and plates.
• Replacing any broken springs.
• Inspecting hot runner for any leaks, loose tips, etc.
• Inspecting shut off faces for any wear or damage.
• Inspecting wear pads and shims. Replace wear pads if shim stock used is more than 1mm.
• Repairing wear or damage on any parts or plates.
• Replacing or repairing any broken parts on mould.
• Testing all air valves, support air, core tip air, etc., and restoring any faulty ones.
• Greasing/lubricating all moving parts.
• Assembling mould correctly.
• Testing water, air, hot runner and all other basic functions before releasing mould from service.
• Attending promptly to machine stoppages or breakdowns in the production area. These include:
• Mould heater faults.
• Broken or loose screws.
• Flashing.
• Venting issues.
• Ejector bars and couplings.
• Damaged or broken parts.
• Off Center.
• Any fault preventing successful production of a quality product.
• Maintaining quality of injection moulded products. These include:
• Burn marks.
• Flashing.
• Water marks.
• Uneven filling of product.
• Off Center.
• Product failing any functionality tests, like drop tests, lid fitment, handle suspension tests, etc.
• Organising raw materials, tool and cutter selection, programming, setting up and operation of conventional machines, and other equipment required to successfully complete jobs.
• Efficient operation of conventional lathes, milling machines, surface grinders, spark eroders, drill presses, bench grinders and any other tools and equipment required for the job.
• Housekeeping of your working area and cleanliness of machines. Routine cleaning of machines monthly.
• Providing expertise on development work (Product and mould design).
• Root cause analysis on poor product quality, poor product performance and customer complaints.
• Implement and maintain the Toolroom Mandate.
• Ensure products are kept within the Toolroom Mandate.
• Ensure products are kept within their specifications, even after mould repairs, modifications and refurbishments.

Secondary Responsibilities:

• Identifying and sorting out safety areas of concern.
• Visual checking of manufactured articles on a spot check basis.
• Recording of all related reports in the format given to you by your manager.
• Shift hand over.
• Training of staff.
• Assisting in other departments when required.

Key Performance Areas:

• Complete all required work within the deadlines, as per schedule of work.
• Develop and implement costing for every completed job separately on a spreadsheet.
• Develop and implement a mould history record.
• Ensure every job card is captured on Job Card Register, and filled out correctly for capturing.
• Develop and implement a stock list of cutters used on conventional machines. Maintain the minimum stock items monthly.
• Ensure machines are thoroughly cleaned monthly.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Prioritising work in order of urgency.
• Communication - Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing (including presentation).
• Thinking process – Ability to use judgement to make sound decisions.
• Basic math skills.
• Planning and Organising – Ability to identify the steps to be taken to achieve objectives.
• Accountability – Taking personal responsibility for actions.
• Talent for multitasking, with superior attention to detail and organized.
• Ability to work well both independently and in teams.
• Ability to work well with others with diverse backgrounds and at various organizational levels.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety.
• Strong work ethic.
• The ability to read and write.
• Skills to effectively manage time.

Education and Experience:

• Minimum 3 years' experience in similar position.