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.